Reach Forklifts
In nearly all distribution centers or warehouse environments, overall space is typically limited. If you can get a machinery to use in smaller spaces and aisles, the more storage space a company will be able manage. Thus, particular equipment has been intended to be used in very narrow aisles so as to maximize efficiency and space.
Reach Trucks
The specialized reach forklift has a mast that extends away from the body of the forklift. Usually, it is attached with a scissor mechanism. When the scissor is drawn in or compacted, the forklift becomes much narrower that the typical forklift.
Operator Position
Reach trucks are designed so the driver can stand while in operation of the equipment. This is a contrast to the typical forklift where the driver is usually sitting. The standing operation area reduces the amount of room required for the operator compartment, allowing the machine to accomplish an even smaller profile overall.
Space Saving
With a reach truck, aisles could be made as narrow as 7 feet. The majority of typical forklifts need a minimum aisle space of roughly 11 feet; hence, using a reach truck gives approximately a savings of 5 feet on each and every aisle. When renting a warehouse on a square foot basis, this is a large amount of space.
Unique Controls
Normally, a reach truck is steered using a rotating lever situated beside the driver on a platform. There is one more lever utilized to control the mast and for extending the mast and also to control reverse and forward. These controls are quite different than typical forklift controls.
Load Capacity
Usually, the load capacity for a reach truck is less than that of a regular forklift, depending on the model. This is largely because of the equipment's narrow design, which can result in a very high center of gravity. When the load is lifted and the mast is extended fully, this is actually true.