Manitou provides many various telescopic lift trucks, several which are rated as the most versatile machinery on the market nowadays. All telehandlers by Manitou come with a standard 4-wheel drive, engineered to be utilized in outdoor settings, and in rough terrain environments. The lift capacities vary from 35,000 lbs. to 3000 lbs. The equipment can lift heights ranging up to 70 feet on some units.
All units come with different steering modes such as crab steering and 4-wheel steering. Several of the other alternatives available for these models comprise Hydrostatic transmissions, frame leveling and outriggers. These types of equipment could also utilize a wide variety of attachments like: truss jibs, buckets, rotating carriages, fixed carriages, grapples, and winches. There is a wide variety of telescopic forklifts available on the market and thus, many different configurations. Be certain to do your research in order to pick the right one for your specific application.
When dismounting a lift truck, there are some specific things to take into account. When dismounting for instance, make sure to never jump from it and to face the vehicle. Maintain a 3-point stance, which means to consistently have one foot and both hands or vice-versa in contact with the equipment. Be sure to wear oil resistant and non slippery shoes since correct protective shoes can certainly help to keep you safe. Do not wear any dangling jewelry or loose garments, as these things might become caught. Wear the proper kind of clothing. Make sure the the floor and the area around the forklift is free of fluid or debris that could potentially result in a dangerous slip. Last but not least, be alert and make sure there is no other traffic around when you are ready to dismount.