Reach Forklifts
Space is normally at a premium in nearly all distribution centers or warehouse environments. The less space needed for aisles in which to use machinery, the more space overall you will have for the storage of goods and products. Thus, specialized equipment has been intended to be utilized in really narrow aisles in order to maximize space and efficiency.
Reach Trucks
The specialized reach forklift has a mast that extends away from the body of the forklift. Normally, it is attached with a scissor mechanism. When the scissor is drawn in or compacted, the forklift becomes much narrower compared to the regular forklift.
Operator Position
Reach trucks are designed so the driver could stand while in operation of the machinery. This is a contrast to the regular lift truck where the driver is usually sitting. The standing operation area lessens the amount of room required for the compartment of the operator, enabling the equipment to accomplish an even smaller profile overall.
Space Saving
Aisle-ways can be made as narrow as 7 feet with a reach truck. Most typical lift trucks require a minimum aisle space of about 11 feet; hence, utilizing a reach truck provides roughly a savings of 5 feet per aisle. When the warehouse is leased by the square foot basis, this is a large amount of space.
Unique Controls
A reach truck is usually steered utilizing a rotating lever which is situated on a platform beside the operator. There is a different lever utilized to control the mast and for extending the mast and also to control reverse and forward. These controls are quite different compared to regular forklift controls.
Load Capacity
The reach truck would normally have a load capacity less than regular forklifts. This is largely due to the equipment's narrow design, that could cause a very high center of gravity. When the load is raised and the mast is fully extended, this is actually true.