The kind of vehicle normally found in factories, warehouses and other work locations where moving heavy materials from one location to another is necessary is called a forklift. The mast is the mechanism located on the front of the forklift that hydraulically raises and lowers the load. The "cat" is the protected area where the forklift driver sits.
Forklifts can carry loads which weigh between one to five tons. Several types could be utilized to raise shipping containers and loads which are a lot heavier.
The tires of a forklift must be inspected and maintained frequently. The types of tires on various forklifts differ based on factors like for example load weights, ground surfaces and frequency of use. Each and every forklift operator must have access to a forklift jack, tire press and replacement tires.
Tire Maintenance Instructions
You must frequently inspect the tires. Watch for signs of damage and wear to the tires. If the wear on the tire exceeds 40 percent, it should be replaced.
When you purchase tires, be certain you purchase the right kind - pneumatic, polyurethane or solid.
When you have to replace the tires, the forklift jack should be positioned under the tire. You could easily change the tires if you lift the forklift high enough.
You could use 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 have just 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 mobile and in-house tire presses, the damaged tire should be transported to a shop that has a stationary tire press.