More than 80 years ago, a man called Lester M. Sears thought it might be a wise idea to adapt a farm tractor for industrial application. He made the "Model L," and even though it may seem rather outdated now, it was packed with new ideas. The machine revolutionized and transformed the materials handling business.
Lester's first truck offered innovations which have become standard nowadays within the lift truck industry. Amongst these key features consist of: rear-wheel steering, wheel drive, hydraulic lifting and tilting and high speed forward and equal reverse gears.
During the year 1965 the business was obtained by Caterpillar and Lester started "Towmotor" and then started CAT Lift Trucks. With the same commitment to practical solutions, dedication to new ideas and extraordinary reliability, CAT enjoys thinking that they are Lester's direct descendants. The Model L was really durable and effective that the model worked hard for over 30 years prior to finally retiring.
It was then during 1992, when Caterpillar joined Mitsubishi Heavy Industries in a joint venture. They brought together technological strengths and financial and marketing strengths in the manufacturing of material handling machines. The company has had their head office within Almere, the Netherlands ever since that time.
CAT lift trucks are presently amongst the best built machinery in the industry. CAT produces lift trucks which run on diesel, LPG, electric counter balanced models and gasoline engines. The company also manufactures a complete series of warehouse machinery. The local CAT dealers are amongst the very best within the industry and offer over 80 years of relevant experience.
The specially designed RTCH rough terrain vehicle can operate in up to 5 feet of sea water. This specific model is capable of functioning on soft soil locations like for instance unprepared beaches. The RTCH can handle the 8 foot wide and 20 to 40 foot long containers.