In order to effectively handle empty and laden containers for stacking in a safe manner, or unloading and loading between barge, road truck, railcar and terminal, CAT has designed and engineered many pieces of equipment to get the task completed.
A container handler forklift could stack as much as 5 containers equipped with a side-spreader or with forks. The cabin can be placed in 3 various positions to offer an optimal view and excellent safety.
There are container handlers which are designed particularly to stack empty containers 8 high in a secure and safe way. The machinery can be outfitted with a spreader for single handling or double handling. The cabin has been rear mounted for the best visibility options.
Loaded Container Handlers
Suitable lift trucks for working with loaded containers will consist of huge industrial lift trucks with load capacities of 28 to 52 tonnes. These units are suitable outfitted with mast-integrated gantries for mounting piggy-back attachments as much as 5 containers high and for mounting top spreaders.
Machinery for Container Handling
There are different companies that offer a range of machinery for container handling including: Gantry, inverted forks, empty container spreaders and various lifting heads to suit the handling of containers in the most effective manner.
CAT machinery have changed the material handling business and has always been at the top of construction, industrial and agricultural industries. They provide rotating models to compact models. CAT provides a large variety of handling solutions to suit various applications.
The variable reach telehandler is the optimal solution for warehousing applications. CAT offers certain attachments as well designed for various tasks. These attachments offer a great combination of performance, versatility and reliability. They transform one machine into a multi-talented workhorse.
Rotating Telehandler
The most versatile telehandler on the market is the CAT rotating telehandler. This equipment offers 3 in 1 versatility as well as rotation, suitable for numerous applications. These machines are really versatile and are capable of transporting loads ranging from 8,800 to 10,000 pounds. They could lift employees or cargo to heights from 68 to 80 feet or 14 to 30 meters.
There are numerous attachments available. The CAT rotating telehandler could rotate 360 degrees, making it the best alternative for structural work, industrial maintenance and other jobs around your job site.