Lester M. Sears was the gentleman who believed it could be good idea to adapt the farm tractor for use by industry over 80 years ago. He created the "Model L," and even if it could look rather obsolete now, it was packed with new ideas. The machine changed and transformed the materials handling business.
Lester's first truck provided innovations which have become basic these days within the forklift industry. Amongst these key features comprise: rear-wheel steering, wheel drive, equal reverse and high-speed forward gears, and hydraulic lifting and tilting.
During 1965 the corporation was obtained by Caterpillar and Lester began "Towmotor" and after that started CAT Lift Trucks. With the same commitment to sensible solutions, dedication to new ideas and exceptional reliability, CAT enjoys thinking that they are direct descendants of Lester's. The Model L was very durable and efficient that the prototype worked hard for over 30 years prior to finally retiring.
Caterpillar formed a joint venture during 1992 with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries or MHI Ltd. They brought together financial and marketing strengths and technological strengths in the manufacturing of material handling machines. The business has had their head office in Almere, the Netherlands ever since that time.
Presently, CAT Forklifts are amongst the best-built within the business. These machines are available in diesel, LPG, electric counter balanced units and gasoline engines. The corporation also manufactures a complete series of warehouse machines. The local CAT dealers are amongst the best in the business and provide over 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 model could function on soft soil places like for example unprepared beaches. The RTCH is able to handle the 20 to 40 foot long and 8 foot wide containers.