Reach Assembly & Carriage
Throughout a typical work shift, both the carriage and the reach assembly receive a large amount of stress. High durability of these things is definitely required in order to make sure that the truck keeps productivity levels high. Yale reach mechanisms are engineered utilizing heavy-duty parts for long life and durability. The reach assembly is cushioned at the end of the stroke for better operator ergonomics and great durability. Also, excellent visibility is provided with the open carriage design and the optimal hose routing.
In order to resist side to side forces, the Reach Assembly Rear Carrier provides rigidity and durability as it is mounted on angle load rollers. Furthermore, the stronger inner frame assembly helps to withstand shocks and vibration while load handling. The side weldments on the thick inner frame have also been designed for durability.
The Reach Arm Mechanism is made up of tapered roller bearings at reach mechanism pivot points. The pivot points help to reduce the motion side to side and the twisting of the reach assembly in rough tasks. In order to reduce carriage twisting, dual reach cylinders are mounted. There are major pivot points which have grease fittings so as to guarantee longer service life by providing lubrication.
Routed through a flexible track in order to reduce possible binding and damage are various wires and hoses. The carriage is one more important part. There is Reduced Carriage Travel Speed provided with Carriage Extended option so as to prevent high speed travel with the reach assembly extended. This helps to decrease stress on the reach mechanism itself.
Mast
A vital component to both the truck's overall uptime and the operator's confidence come from the mast's rigidity and durability. This is especially true at the tall lift heights where the reach trucks operate. The mast needs to be rigid enough to withstand any twisting caused by any off-center loading issues or the truck's motion. The mast should be sure it is able to rise and lower in a smooth way with minimum power consumption.