To be able to effectively handle empty and laden containers for stacking in a safe manner, or unloading and loading between road truck, barge, railcar and terminal, CAT has engineered and designed many pieces of machinery to get the task completed.
A container handler forklift is capable of stacking up to 5 containers equipped with a side-spreader or with forks. The cabin can be placed in 3 different positions to provide excellent safety and an optimal view.
There are a range of container handlers which have been particularly engineered to stack empty containers up to 8 high in a secure and safe manner. The machinery can be equipped with a spreader for double handling or single handling. For the best visibility options, the cabin has been rear mounted.
Loaded Container Handlers
When working with loaded containers, the suitable forklifts comprise the ones with the range of 28 to 52 tonnes capacity. These models are suitable outfitted with mast-integrated gantries for mounting piggy-back attachments up to 5 containers high and for mounting top spreaders.
Equipment for Container Handling
There are different companies that offer a variety of equipment for container handling such as: inverted forks, empty container spreaders, gantry and different lifting heads to suit the handling of containers in the most effective way.
CAT has remained at the top of the construction, industrial and agricultural industries. The company has revolutionized the material handling business. They offer compact models to rotating models. CAT provides various handling solutions to suit various applications.
The variable reach telehandler is the optimal solution for warehousing applications. CAT provides particular attachments as well made for many different jobs. These attachments provide a great combination of performance, versatility and dependability. They transform one machine into a multi-talented workhorse.
Rotating Telehandler
The CAT rotating telehandler is perhaps the most versatile telehandler available. This specific equipment provides 3 in 1 versatility as well as rotation, suitable for multiple applications. These kinds of machinery are exceptionally versatile and are capable of moving loads ranging from 8,800 to 10,000 pounds. They can lift personnel or loads to heights from 14 to 30 meters or 68 to 80 feet.
Many forklift attachments have also been made available. The CAT rotating telehandler can rotate 360 degrees, making it the best alternative for industrial maintenance, structural work and other jobs around your job site.