Reach Forklifts
Space is usually at a premium in nearly all distribution centers or warehouse environments. The less space required for aisles in which to utilize equipment, the more space overall you will have for the storage of products and goods. Hence, specialized machine has been intended to be used in really narrow aisles in order to maximize space and efficiency.
Reach Trucks
A reach forklift is a specialized piece of machine which has a mast that extends away from the body of the forklift. It often is attached with a scissor apparatus. When the scissor is compacted or drawn in, the forklift becomes much narrower compared to the typical forklift.
Operator Position
Most reach trucks are designed so that the operator is standing while using the unit. This is a contrast to the typical forklift where the operator is usually sitting. The standing operation area reduces the amount of room needed for the operator compartment, enabling the machine to accomplish an even smaller profile overall.
Space Saving
Aisle-ways could be made as narrow as 7 feet with a reach truck. The majority of regular lift trucks require a minimum aisle space of about 11 feet; hence, using a reach truck provides about a savings of 5 feet per aisle. When renting a warehouse on a square foot basis, this is a large amount of space.
Unique Controls
Usually, a reach truck is steered using a rotating lever situated beside the operator on a platform. There is a different lever used to control reverse and forward, the mast and for extending the mast. These controls are somewhat different compared to typical forklift controls.
Load Capacity
The reach truck will usually have a load capacity less than regular forklifts. This is mainly because of the machine's narrow design, that could lead to a really high center of gravity. When the load is raised and the mast is extended fully, this is particularly true.