Choosing Between Pneumatic and Cushion Tires
Significantly contributing to the handling and safety of the machine are forklift tires. They also impact the maintenance expenses. The type of forklift would determine to a large extent the kind of tire since most forklifts are made with a particular frame which accepts only a specific type of tire. It helps to know the properties of both pneumatic and cushion tires before choosing a tire.
Instructions
1 For tire specifications, you must check your forklift owner guidebook. Most likely your forklift runs either on cushion tires or pneumatic tires. This will limit your options to the type of tire wherein the forklift frame is built.
2 Check the kind of forklift. Electric pallet jack trucks and electric forklift trucks normally are constructed to utilize cushion tires that do not need much friction. Pneumatic tires are usually for forklifts that are powered by diesel or liquid propane gas.
3 Make sure you know what kind of terrain you would be utilizing the forklift on. Soft cushion tires are constructed for even terrain whereas pneumatic tires are best for rough terrain. Cushion tires, if utilized on uneven ground, could cause the forklift to get stuck as they are set lower. Pneumatic tires perform well on gravel, packed stones and crushed concrete but not on potholed surfaces and very rough terrain.
4 Inspect space limitations. Forklifts used mostly for indoor applications should be able to turn in tight spaces. Cushion tires truly work better than pneumatic tires in those kinds of conditions.
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