Reach Forklifts
Space is usually at a premium in the majority of distribution centers or warehouse settings. The less space required for aisles in which to operate equipment, the more room overall you will have for the storage of products and goods. Therefore, particular machine has been intended for operating in very narrow aisles so that space and efficiency can be maximized.
Reach Trucks
The specialized reach lift truck has a mast that extends away from the body of the forklift. Normally, it is attached with a scissor apparatus. When the scissor is compacted or drawn in, the forklift becomes much narrower compared to the standard forklift.
Operator Position
Most reach trucks are designed so that the driver is standing while utilizing the unit. This is a contrast to the typical forklift where the operator is normally sitting. The standing operation area reduces the amount of room required for the compartment of the driver, allowing the machinery to achieve an even smaller profile overall.
Space Saving
With a reach truck, aisles can be made as narrow as 7 feet. The majority of typical forklifts require a minimum aisle space of about 11 feet; thus, utilizing a reach truck provides around a savings of 5 feet on each aisle. When the warehouse is leased by the square foot basis, this is a considerable amount of space.
Unique Controls
A reach truck is usually steered using a rotating lever which is located on a platform beside the driver. There is one more lever used to control the mast and for extending the mast and also to control reverse and forward. These controls are somewhat different compared to standard forklift controls.
Load Capacity
The reach truck would normally have a load capacity less than standard forklifts. This is largely because of the narrow design of the machine, that can cause a really high center of gravity. When the load is raised and the mast is fully extended, this is actually true.