Big Lift Trucks

Variable Reach Trucks, Double Fork System


MecLift variable reach trucks, available exclusively in Southern Africa from materials handling specialists, Big Lift Trucks, are designed for swift, efficient and safe container stuffing and handling.

“Unlike conventional forklift trucks, this robust Meclift ML 1612R series, which has a lift height of 6m, is able to drive into containers or reach inside a container for easy loading and unloading,” says Clinton van den Berg, products manager for Big Lift Trucks. “These compact reach trucks increase efficiency during container handling and reduce operating times. They also ensure enhanced safety on site.”

An important feature of the ML 1612R series is the double fork system that enhances the flexibility and performance of cargo handling. This special double forks attachment offers many benefits when loading and unloading containers or trailers. For example, four pallets or a similar load can be easily handled at the same time and it is possible to fully load a 20 ft container with only two lifts. The weight of the load is not a problem because these double forks can handle the same maximum load of 16 tons, which is the lifting capacity of the machine. Double forks use the same fixing points as normal forks, which means switching between the two is effortless.
Fork positioning can be altered from inside the cabin, without the operator having to get out to manually adjust the gap between the levers. Forks are available in different lengths, widths and thicknesses according to exact requirements.

Meclift reach trucks are powered by a diesel engine and are economical to run, requiring minimal maintenance. The lift carriage has an hydraulic side shift for accurate and effortless positioning.
The cabin’s hydraulic vertical movement facility of 650 mm enables the operator to comfortably drive into a container. Horizontal booms extend the performance of these machines and also ensure excellent visibility for the operator. By extending, lifting and lowering these booms, containers can be safely handled at a distance from the cabin. These reach trucks are also able to stack empty containers three high. Other safety features include service, parking and emergency brakes. Optional accessories consist of an automatic stability control and display, air–conditioning units and cameras for extra visibility.

This series can also be fitted with coil rams and clamps for the
efficient handling of steel coils.

Big Lift Trucks, which supplies a range of specialist materials
handling equipment to diverse industries throughout Africa,
also offers a technical advisory, spare parts and support
service. Operator training and a condition monitoring
service for equipment are also provided.

For further information Clinton van den Berg,
Products Manager, Big Lift Trucks
PO Box 12392, Jacobs, 4026
Telephone: (031) 274 8270     
Fax : (031) 205 8002       
Email: clinton@biglift.co.za
Web: www.biglifttrucks.com