Reach Forklifts
Space is generally at a premium in most distribution facilities or warehouse environments. The less space required for aisles in which to utilize machines, the more space overall you would have for the storage of goods and products. For this reason, specialized equipment has been designed to be used in very narrow aisles in order to maximize efficiency and space.
Reach Trucks
A reach forklift is a specific kind of machinery which has a mast that extends away from the body of the forklift. Usually, it is attached with a scissor apparatus. When the scissor is drawn in or compacted, the forklift becomes a lot narrower compared to the typical forklift.
Operator Position
Reach trucks are designed so the driver could stand while in operation of the equipment. This is a contrast to the standard 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 achieve an even smaller profile overall.
Space Saving
Aisle-ways could be made as narrow as 7 feet with a reach truck. Nearly all regular forklifts need a minimum aisle space of about 11 feet; hence, utilizing a reach truck gives about a savings of 5 feet on each aisle. When renting a warehouse on a square foot basis, this is a large amount of space.
Unique Controls
A reach truck is usually steered utilizing a rotating lever that is located on a platform beside the driver. There is another lever utilized to control the mast as well as for extending the mast and also to control forward and reverse. These controls are quite different than regular forklift controls.
Load Capacity
Usually, the load capacity for a reach truck is less than that of a regular lift truck, depending on the model. This is mainly because of the machine's narrow design, which can lead to a really high center of gravity. When the mast is fully extended and the load is lifted, this is actually true.