Manitou offers a lot of various telescopic lift trucks, several which are rated as the most versatile equipment on the market today. All telehandlers by Manitou come with a standard 4-wheel drive, designed for use in rough terrain environments, and in outdoor settings. The lift capacities vary from 35,000 pounds to 3000 pounds. The machinery could lift heights ranging up to 70 feet on several units.
All units come with different steering modes like crab steering and 4-wheel steering. Some of the other alternatives available for these models include outriggers, Hydrostatic transmissions and frame leveling. These kinds of equipment can also utilize a wide variety of attachments including: buckets, truss jibs, rotating carriages, fixed carriages, winches and grapples. There is a huge variety of telescopic lift trucks available on the market and therefore, many various configurations. Be sure to do your research in order to choose the right one for your particular application.
There are some particular things to always take into consideration when dismounting a forklift. Like for instance, when dismounting, never jump off of it and be sure to face the vehicle. Maintain a 3-point stance, which means to consistently have both hands and one foot or vice-versa in contact with the machinery. Be sure to wear oil resistant and non slippery shoes as proper protective shoes could certainly help to keep you safe. Do not wear any dangling jewelry or loose clothing, as these things may become caught. Wear the right kind of clothes. Make sure the area around the forklift and the floor is free of debris or fluid which could potentially lead to a dangerous slip. Lastly, when you are preparing to dismount, be alert and make sure there is no other traffic around.