More than 80 years ago, a man named Lester M. Sears thought it might be a good idea to modify a farm tractor for industrial use. He created the "Model L," and though it can seem quite obsolete at the present, it was packed with new ideas. The equipment transformed and revolutionized the materials handling business.
Lester's first truck provided innovations that have become basic today within the lift truck industry. Among these key features comprise: wheel drive, rear-wheel steering, high speed forward and equal reverse gears, and hydraulic lifting and tilting.
In 1965 the business was obtained by Caterpillar and Lester began "Towmotor" and then began CAT Forklifts. With the same dedication to practical solutions, dedication to exceptional reliability and new ideas, CAT enjoys thinking that they are direct descendants of Lester's. The Model L was really effective and strong that the prototype worked hard for more than 30 years before finally retiring.
Caterpillar formed a joint venture during 1992 with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries or MHI Ltd. They brought together financial and marketing strengths and technological strengths in the production of material handling machinery. The business has had their head office in Almere, the Netherlands since that time.
Currently, CAT Lift Trucks are amongst the best-built in the industry. These machinery are available in LPG, diesel, electric counter balanced models and gasoline engines. The company makes a complete series of warehouse equipment too. The local CAT dealers are among the best in the industry and provide more than 80 years of relevant experience.
The specially engineered RTCH rough terrain vehicle could operate in as much as 5 feet of sea water. This unit is capable of functioning on soft soil places like unprepared beaches. The RTCH is able to handle the 8 foot wide and 20 to 40 foot long containers.