Reach Forklifts
In nearly all 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 intended to be utilized in really narrow aisles to be able to maximize efficiency and space.
Reach Trucks
A reach forklift is a specialized piece of machine that has a mast that extends away from the forklift's body. It often 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 operator can stand while in operation of the machine. This is a contrast to the standard forklift where the driver is usually sitting. The standing operation area lessens the amount of room needed for the driver 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 standard lift trucks require a minimum aisle space of about 11 feet; thus, 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 considerable amount of space.
Unique Controls
A reach truck is usually steered using a rotating lever which is located on a platform beside the driver. There is a different lever used to control the mast and for extending the mast and also to control reverse and forward. These controls are somewhat different than regular forklift controls.
Load Capacity
Normally, the load capacity for a reach truck is less than that of a regular forklift, depending on the kind. This is largely because of the equipment's narrow design, that can result in a really high center of gravity. When the mast is extended fully and the load is raised, this is particularly true.