Forklifts are vehicles normally found in warehouses, factories and other work sites where it is necessary to move heavy materials from one location to another. The mast is the mechanism situated on the front of the forklift which hydraulically raises and lowers the load. The "cat" is the protected area where the operator of the forklift sits.
Forklifts are capable of lifting loads between one and five tons in weight. Several kinds can be utilized to carry shipping containers and much heavier loads.
Forklift tires must be checked and maintained on a regular basis. The types of tires on various forklifts vary based on factors like weight of the loads, ground surfaces and frequency of use. Each and every driver of a forklift must have access to tire press, replacement tires and a forklift jack.
Tire Maintenance Instructions
Carry out tire inspections regularly. Watch for signs of wear and damage to the tires. If the wear on the tire exceeds 40 percent, it must be replaced.
When you buy tires, be sure you buy the right kind - pneumatic, polyurethane or solid.
When the tire needs replacing, position the forklift jack under the tire and raise the forklift high enough that you could easily change the tires.
To remove the damaged tire, pull the tire from the rim utilizing the tire press. Install the new tire and properly secure it. If you are changing more than one tire and you have only one jack, lower the forklift, and after that reposition the jack at the next tire.
On-site tire repair can be performed by a repair company. If the tire is too big for both in-house and mobile tire presses, the damaged tire should be transported to a shop that has a stationary tire press.