Reach Forklifts
In the majority of distribution centers or warehouse settings, overall space is normally limited. If you could get a machine to use in smaller spaces and aisles, the more storage space a company would be able manage. Therefore, specialized equipment has been designed to be utilized in very narrow aisles so that efficiency and space can be maximized.
Reach Trucks
The specialized reach lift truck has a mast which 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 that the standard forklift.
Operator Position
Most reach trucks are designed so that the driver is standing while using the unit. This is a contrast to the standard forklift where the operator is normally sitting. The standing operation area reduces the amount of room needed for the compartment of the operator, enabling the machine to accomplish an even smaller profile overall.
Space Saving
With a reach truck, aisles can be made as narrow as 7 feet. Nearly all regular forklifts require a minimum aisle space of roughly 11 feet; hence, utilizing a reach truck gives around a savings of 5 feet on every aisle. When renting a warehouse on a square foot basis, this is a significant amount of space.
Unique Controls
Normally, a reach truck is steered using a rotating lever situated beside the operator on a platform. There is another lever utilized to control forward and reverse, the mast as well as for extending the mast. These controls are quite different compared to regular forklift controls.
Load Capacity
Normally, the reach truck's load capacity is less than that of a regular forklift, depending on the kind. This is mainly because of the equipment's narrow design, which can lead to a really high center of gravity. When the load is raised and the mast is extended fully, this is particularly true.