Reach Truck
A reach truck is used to pile up supplies, pallets of goods, and to keep storage places tidy. The reach truck is available in several models: the double-deep reach, straddle reach and the stand-up reach.
The simplest kind is the stand-up. The forks of the truck slide under the pallet and move it to the correct storage place. The forks slide the pallet into position. This type of reach truck is suitable when shelving units are one pallet in depth.
The double-deep reach truck is similar to the stand-up, but is ideal for workplaces where shelving units are deep enough to accommodate two pallets of goods. This model consists of telescopic forks designed to place the pallet at the back of the shelving unit. This eliminates the need to push the pallet back when one more pallet must go into the same shelving section.
The additional advantage of straddle reaches is that they could both slide underneath the pallet and grasp the sides as well. These are suitable for workplaces where shelving units can be accessed in multiple directions. This model is best in conditions where goods will not be damaged if the sides of the pallet are grabbed.
Often more than one kind of reach truck is needed within warehouses. Manufacturing facilities and textile companies utilize various types of reach trucks in their supply areas. The reach truck is not difficult to utilize and could make the most of available storage space while increasing productivity.