More than 80 years ago, a man called Lester M. Sears believed it might be a wise idea to adapt a farm tractor for industrial application. He created the "Model L," and even if it can appear a bit outdated at the moment, it was packed with new ideas. The equipment changed and transformed the materials handling industry.
The first truck that Lester provided innovations on has become the standard these days in the forklift business. Amongst these important features consist of: rear-wheel steering, wheel drive, high speed forward and equal reverse gears, and hydraulic tilting and lifting.
Lester began the "Towmotor" and then started CAT Lift Trucks, after being acquired by Caterpillar in 1965. With the same commitment to practical solutions, commitment to new ideas and exceptional reliability, CAT enjoys thinking that they are direct descendants of Lester's. The Model L was so strong and effective that the model worked hard for more than 30 years before finally retiring.
Caterpillar formed a joint venture in the year 1992 with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries or MHI Ltd. They brought together financial and marketing strengths and technological strengths in the manufacturing of material handling equipment. The business has had their headquarters in Almere, the Netherlands ever since that time.
Currently, CAT Forklifts are amongst the best-built in the industry. These machinery are available in diesel, LPG, electric counter balanced units and gasoline engines. The company manufactures a complete line of warehouse machines also. The local CAT dealers are amongst the best in the business and provide more than 80 years of pertinent experience.
The RTCH is a specially engineered rough terrain vehicle that is able to operate in up to 5 feet of sea water and uses 4-wheel drive. This specific unit could function on soft soil locations such as unprepared beaches. The RTCH could handle the 20 to 40 foot long and 8 foot wide containers.