Reach forklifts are a type of right-angle stacking truck, compact and designed to handle materials in limited space. Unlike typical front-facing trucks, reach forklifts are usually sideways-facing and provide operators with a wider range of vision. The drive wheel of a reach forklift truck is located beneath the operator, meaning they have a tighter turn radius, ideal for narrow aisles.
Because of their lift capabilities and unique handling requirements, operating a reach forklift does require specialist training. With the proper practice, these trucks can be extremely easy to use and manoeuvre.
If you’re looking to expand your fleet with a reach truck forklift, why not book your staff training through Stacatruc? We deliver on-site training with your machines to help operatives feel comfortable and safe in their roles, using the latest techniques.
A cherry picker, also known as an order picker, moves the operator up in the air, alongside the load. This allows them to manually pick a customer’s order from shelves or racking. When using a reach forklift, the operator remains at ground level and only the load moves vertically.
