Telescopic Forklifts
Standard forklifts are commonly utilized in industry to transport heavy materials around a warehouse. Other applications, such as mining, require forklifts built for rough terrain. Telescopic forklifts are ideal for off-road application. Specific design features of a telescopic forklift should be considered prior to buying.
Telescopic Forklift Features
A telescopic forklift is an enclosed vehicle with a protective covering which features large windows. The big wheels are suited to off-road travel. The forklift is intended to maneuver easily through a work site. An extendable boom is mounted to the rear of the forklift. There are lots of options for accessories to attach to the tip of the boom. For example, the forklift could be outfitted with a fork attachment or a bucket. There are plenty of forklift companies today. The industry leaders are Hyster, Caterpillar, Bobcat and Komatsu. These companies all produce high quality forklifts for industrial application.
Weight Capacity
Choosing the right telescopic forklift for the intended use needs some consideration of your company's particular lifting needs. Before purchasing a telescopic forklift, determine your biggest lifting weight needs, and then select a forklift which can lift more than that. If the telescopic forklift is very small to handle the business'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 tires of the telescopic forklift. If the tires are worn, they should be replaced to avoid accidents caused by the forklift slipping and turning over.