Telescopic lift trucks
Telescopic forklift units are equipped with a pronged lift on an arm which extends over the top of the truck offering great height and versatility. The arm, or crane, is known as a telescopic boom. The boom enables the operator to maintain a high degree of control while lifting the cargo to great heights. Regular forklifts can not move the load towards and away from the forklift cab, while a telescopic forklift allows that movement. The telescopic forklift is commonly used in both construction and agriculture. It is recommended for applications where greater control and lift is necessary.
In cases needing high volume carton handling, hydraulic attachments known as forklift carton clamp attachments are better. The attachment has arm pads with four way reversible rubber linings which enable the operator to apply uniform clamping force when lifting a load. It is available with a backrest which protects the loads from damage.
A sleep sheet lift truck will usually use a slip sheet attachment for storing systems that don't utilize pallets. The attachment clamps onto the slip sheet and pulls it onto the forks on the forklift. This kind of system is handy for intra-corporate deliveries and for overseas shipments.
A lift platform which is meant to hoist workers is called a Man Basket. It attaches to the forklift forks and a strap or chain is used to attach the basket to the lift truck carriage. The platform has railings to protect the personnel from falling to the ground. Brackets on the platform are utilized for fastening the worker's safety harness.