Manitou offers a lot of various telescopic forklifts, several which are rated as the most versatile machinery on the market these days. All telehandlers by Manitou come with a standard 4-wheel drive, designed to be utilized in rough terrain environments, and in outdoor settings. The lift capacities range from 35,000 pounds to 3000 lbs. The equipment are capable of lifting heights ranging up to 70 feet on several models.
All units come with various steering modes such as 4-wheel steering and crab steering. Some of the other options available for these units comprise outriggers, Hydrostatic transmissions and frame leveling. These machines can also use a huge variety of attachments including: buckets, truss jibs, fixed carriages, rotating carriages, winches and grapples. There is a wide variety of telescopic lift trucks available on the market and therefore, many various configurations. Be sure to do your research so as to select the best one for your particular use.
When dismounting a forklift, there are several particular things to take into account. When dismounting for instance, make sure to face the vehicle and to never jump from it. Maintain a 3-point stance, which means to consistently have both hands and one foot or vice-versa in contact with the machine. Be sure to wear oil resistant and non slippery shoes as proper protective shoes can definitely help to keep you safe. Do not wear any dangling jewelry or loose garments, because these items might become caught. Wear the right type of clothes. Make sure the the floor and the area surrounding the forklift is free of fluid or debris which can potentially cause a dangerous slip. Lastly, when you are ready to dismount, be alert and make sure there is no other traffic around.