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Even if sales volumes have typically been small, about 1% to 5% of the worldwide forklift market; side-loaders have become the dominant choice of machine within the material handling industry for handling unconventional loads in a simple manner.



Usually, side-loaders are used within the timber, aluminum, glass, steel, construction and aviation businesses. In addition, they are used within businesses that are producing unusual items including moldings, and windmill arms. Practically any business which makes awkward or oversized long items uses the side-loaders.



Side-loaders were initially made during the beginning of the 1950s by Henry Le Grande Lull from the Lull Manufacturing Company. These models were designed in response to a request from the US Air Force. The initial idea was patented for commercial application but it was not developed until Lull Manufacturing was taken over by the Baker Raulang Company during 1959. It was Baker Raulang who made the design. Later, the name was changed to Baker Traveloader. In the latter part of the 1950s, the side-loaders were launched in Europe. The beginning models were designed by Italian manufacturer Fiora and the afterwards B-P Battioni e Pagani who pioneered the equipment's use within timber yards.



The side-loader is a bit different from the counterbalanced forklift, since the conventional forward-traveling lift trucks have front facing forks while the side-loader has side facing forks. The operator however would drive inside a cabin similar to those used in standard lift trucks. The lifting, loading, and unloading functions are done by the mast situated at the driver's right-hand side. The load is normally transported lying on a wooden or metal deck. This helps to reduce distortion, stress and damage to the cargo. New innovations to the side-loader design have incorporated a huge variety of lifting accessories being developed.



Some of the benefits of utilizing side-loaders over reach-stackers or traditional forklifts include: safer operating conditions, enhanced visibility, and the ability to utilize available space more effectively along with faster traveling speeds.



You will just be able to precisely determine the right kind of machinery to complete your tasks, when you have completely evaluated the work environment and types of jobs you would be completing. There are several good rental alternatives available too in order to know the best kind of machine to meet all your needs. Doing some research online or talking to a reputable dealer is another great way to get some information as well when trying to figure out the best choice.

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