Lester M. Sears was the man who believed it could be wise idea to modify the farm tractor for use by industry more than 80 years ago. He came up with the "Model L," and though it can look a bit obsolete now, it was packed with new ideas. The machine transformed and changed the materials handling business.
The first truck which Lester offered innovations on has become the standard today within the forklift industry. Amongst these key features comprise: wheel drive, rear-wheel steering, high speed forward and equal reverse gears, and hydraulic lifting and tilting.
Lester began the "Towmotor" and after that started CAT Forklifts, after being obtained by Caterpillar during the year 1965. With the same dedication to practical solutions, commitment to extraordinary reliability and new ideas, CAT enjoys thinking that they are direct descendants of Lester's. The Model L was so effective and strong that the prototype worked hard for over 30 years prior to finally retiring.
Caterpillar formed a joint venture during the year 1992 with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries or MHI Ltd. They brought together technological strengths and financial and marketing strengths in the production of material handling machinery. The business has had their head office in Almere, the Netherlands ever since that time.
At present, CAT Forklifts are amongst the best-built within the business. These machines are available in diesel, LPG, electric counter balanced models and gasoline engines. The company also manufactures a complete series of warehouse equipment. The local CAT dealers are among the very best in the business and offer over 80 years of relevant experience.
The specially engineered RTCH rough terrain vehicle could operate in up to 5 feet of sea water. This specific unit is capable of functioning on soft soil places like unprepared beaches. The RTCH can handle the 8 foot wide and 20 to 40 foot long containers.