Telescopic Forklifts
Standard forklifts are frequently used in industry to move heavy supplies around a warehouse. Other applications, such as mining, require forklifts meant for rough terrain. Telescopic forklifts are recommended for off-road application. Particular design features of a telescopic forklift must be considered prior to purchasing.
Telescopic Forklift Features
A telescopic forklift is an enclosed vehicle with a protective covering that features big windows. The huge wheels are suited to off-road travel. The forklift is designed to maneuver easily through a work site. An extendable boom is mounted to the forklift's back. There are many options for accessories to attach to the tip of the boom. For example, the forklift can be equipped with a bucket or a fork attachment. There are lots of forklift manufacturers nowadays. The leaders in the industry are Hyster, Caterpillar, Komatsu and Bobcat. These companies all make high quality forklifts for industrial use.
Weight Capacity
Choosing the best telescopic forklift for the intended use requires some consideration of your company's specific lifting needs. Prior to purchasing a telescopic forklift, determine your biggest lifting weight requirements, and after that select a forklift that could 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 used machines, be sure that it is well maintained. Check the treads on the telescopic forklift's tires. If the tires are worn, they must be replaced in order to avoid accidents caused by the forklift turning over and slipping.