Telescopic Forklifts
Standard forklifts are frequently utilized in industry to transport heavy materials around a warehouse. Other applications, like mining, need forklifts constructed for rough terrain. Telescopic forklifts are best for off-road use. Particular design features of a telescopic forklift must be considered prior to buying.
Telescopic Forklift Features
A telescopic forklift is an enclosed vehicle with a protective covering which features big windows. The big wheels are suitable for off-road travel. The forklift is intended to maneuver easily through a work site. An extendable boom is mounted to the forklift's rear. There are a lot of options for accessories to attach to the tip of the boom. For example, the forklift can be equipped with a fork attachment or a bucket. There are plenty of forklift manufacturers these days. The leaders in the industry are Hyster, Caterpillar, Komatsu and Bobcat. These companies all make high quality forklifts for industrial application.
Weight Capacity
Selecting the right telescopic forklift for the intended use needs some consideration of your company's specific lifting needs. Before buying a telescopic forklift, determine your largest lifting weight needs, and after that choose a forklift which could lift more than that. If the telescopic forklift is very small to handle the company's maximum loads, a tip over can result.
Tires
If your company is considering the purchase of second-hand equipment, be sure that it is well maintained. Inspect the treads on the telescopic forklift's tires. If the tires are worn, they must be replaced to prevent accidents caused by the forklift turning over and slipping.