Forklifts are vehicles commonly found in factories, warehouses and various 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 which hydraulically raises and lowers the load. The "cat" is the area that is protected where the driver of the forklift sits.
Forklifts are capable of carrying loads between one and five tons in weight. Some kinds could be utilized to carry 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 such as ground surfaces, frequency of use and weight of the loads. Each and every driver of a forklift must have access to replacement tires, a forklift jack and tire press.
Tire Maintenance Instructions
Carry out tire inspections on a regular basis. Watch for signs of wear and damage to the tires. If the wear on the tire exceeds 40 percent, it should be replaced.
When you purchase tires, be certain you buy the right kind - solid, pneumatic or polyurethane.
When you need to replace the tires, the forklift jack should be positioned under the tire. You can easily change the tires if you lift the forklift high enough.
You can utilize the tire press to pull the tire from the rim and remove the damaged tire. Install the new tire and properly secure it. 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.
On-site tire repair can be performed by a repair company. If the tire is too big for both mobile and in-house tire presses, the damaged tire will have to be transported to a shop that has a stationary tire press.