Over 80 years ago, a man called Lester M. Sears thought it might be a wise idea to adapt a farm tractor for industrial use. He created the "Model L," and though it could seem rather obsolete at the present, it was packed with new ideas. The machinery transformed and revolutionized the materials handling business.
Lester's initial truck offered innovations that have become standard these days in the lift truck business. Amongst these key features comprise: wheel drive, rear-wheel steering, hydraulic tilting and lifting and high speed forward and equal reverse gears.
In the year 1965 the corporation was obtained by Caterpillar and Lester began "Towmotor" and then began CAT Forklifts. With the same dedication to sensible solutions, commitment to exceptional reliability and new ideas, CAT enjoys thinking that they are direct descendants of Lester's. The Model L was so strong and efficient that the prototype worked hard for more than 30 years before finally retiring.
Caterpillar formed a joint venture in the year 1992 with MHI Ltd. or Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. They brought together marketing and financial strengths and technological strengths in the production of material handling machinery. The corporation has had their headquarters in Almere, the Netherlands ever since that time.
CAT lift trucks are currently among the best built machines within the business. CAT makes lift trucks that operate on diesel, LPG, electric counter balanced units and gasoline engines. The company also manufactures a complete series of warehouse machinery. The local CAT dealers are amongst the best in the industry and provide more than 80 years of relevant experience.
The RTCH is a specifically engineered rough terrain vehicle that is able to operate in up to 5 feet of sea water and uses 4-wheel drive. This particular model is capable of functioning on soft soil places such as unprepared beaches. The RTCH can handle the 20 to 40 foot long and 8 foot wide containers.