Forklifts are vehicles commonly found in factories, warehouses and different work locations where it is necessary to move heavy materials from one location to another. The mast is the mechanism located on the front of the forklift that hydraulically lowers and raises the load. The "cat" is the protected area where the forklift driver sits.
Forklifts can lift loads that weigh between one to five tons. Several kinds can be utilized to lift shipping containers and much heavier loads.
The tires of a forklift should be checked and maintained frequently. The kinds of tires on different forklifts vary based on factors like ground surfaces, frequency of use and load weights. Every operator of a forklift should have access to a forklift jack, tire press and replacement tires.
Tire Maintenance Instructions
You should regularly inspect the tires. Watch for signs of damage and wear to the tires. If the wear on the tire exceeds 40 percent, it needs to be replaced.
When purchasing tires, ensure that you are purchasing the correct kind - solid, pneumatic or polyurethane.
When the tire needs replacing, position the forklift jack under the tire and lift the forklift high enough that you could easily change the tires.
You can utilize the tire press to pull the tire from the rim and remove the damaged tire. Install the new tire and secure it well. If you are changing more than one tire and you just have one jack, lower the forklift, then reposition the jack at the next tire.
A repair company could offer on-site tire repair. If the tire is extremely large for both mobile and in-house tire presses, the damaged tire should be transported to a shop which has a stationary tire press.