More than 80 years ago, a man named Lester M. Sears believed it could be a wise idea to adapt a farm tractor for industrial use. He came up with the "Model L," and even though it may seem rather outdated at the moment, it was packed with new ideas. The machinery transformed and revolutionized the materials handling industry.
Lester's first truck offered innovations that have become standard today in the lift truck business. Amongst these key features include: wheel drive, rear-wheel steering, hydraulic tilting and lifting and high speed forward and equal reverse gears.
Lester began the "Towmotor" and after that started CAT Forklifts, after being obtained by Caterpillar in 1965. With the same commitment to sensible solutions, commitment to new ideas and exceptional dependability, CAT enjoys thinking that they are direct descendants of Lester's. The Model L was really efficient and strong that the prototype worked hard for more than 30 years prior to finally retiring.
Caterpillar formed a joint venture during 1992 with MHI Ltd. or Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. They brought together marketing and financial strengths and technological strengths in the production of material handling equipment. The corporation has had their headquarters within Almere, the Netherlands ever since that time.
CAT lift trucks are currently among the best built equipment in the business. CAT produces lift trucks that run on LPG, diesel, electric counter balanced models and gasoline engines. The company also manufactures an entire series of warehouse machinery. The local CAT dealers are amongst the best in the industry and offer over 80 years of relevant experience.
The specially engineered RTCH rough terrain vehicle could operate in as much as 5 feet of sea water. This model could function on soft soil locations like for example unprepared beaches. The RTCH is able to handle the 20 to 40 foot long and 8 foot wide containers.