Lester M. Sears was the man who thought it might be wise idea to modify the farm tractor for use by industry over 80 years ago. He created the "Model L," and though it may seem a bit obsolete now, it was packed with new ideas. The machine transformed and revolutionized the materials handling industry.
Lester's initial truck provided innovations that have become standard today in the lift truck industry. Among these important features comprise: wheel drive, rear-wheel steering, high speed forward and equal reverse gears, and hydraulic tilting and lifting.
Lester began the "Towmotor" and after that started CAT Forklifts, after being obtained by Caterpillar in the year 1965. With the same dedication to sensible solutions, dedication to new ideas and extraordinary reliability, CAT enjoys thinking that they are Lester's direct descendants. The Model L was very efficient and durable that the model worked hard for over 30 years before finally retiring.
It was then in 1992, when Caterpillar joined Mitsubishi Heavy Industries in a joint venture. They brought together marketing and financial strengths and technological strengths in the manufacturing of material handling machines. The company has had their head office within Almere, the Netherlands ever since that time.
At present, CAT Forklifts are amongst the best-built in the industry. These machines are available in diesel, LPG, electric counter balanced units and gasoline engines. The corporation manufactures an entire line of warehouse machines also. The local CAT dealers are amongst the very best in the industry and provide more than 80 years of relevant experience.
The specially engineered RTCH rough terrain vehicle could operate in as much as 5 feet of sea water. This particular unit can function on soft soil locations such as unprepared beaches. The RTCH can handle the 8 foot wide and 20 to 40 foot long containers.