Reach Forklifts
In the majority of distribution facilities or warehouse environments, overall space is typically limited. If you can get a machinery to use in smaller aisles and spaces, the more storage space a company will be able manage. Thus, specialized machine has been designed to be utilized in really narrow aisles so that space and efficiency could be maximized.
Reach Trucks
The specific reach forklift has a mast that extends away from the forklifts body. It often is attached with a scissor mechanism. When the scissor is drawn in or compacted, the forklift becomes much 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 required for the driver compartment, allowing the equipment to achieve an even smaller profile overall.
Space Saving
Aisle-ways could be made as narrow as 7 feet with a reach truck. Most standard lift trucks need a minimum aisle space of about 11 feet; therefore, using a reach truck gives about a savings of 5 feet per aisle. When renting a warehouse on a square foot basis, this is a considerable amount of space.
Unique Controls
A reach truck is usually steered utilizing a rotating lever which is located on a platform beside the driver. There is another lever used to control the mast and for extending the mast and also to control forward and reverse. These controls are somewhat different compared to standard forklift controls.
Load Capacity
Usually, the reach truck's load capacity is less than that of a standard lift truck, depending on the kind. This is largely due to the narrow design of the machine, which can lead to a very high center of gravity. When the load is lifted and the mast is fully extended, this is actually true.