The kind of vehicle normally found within warehouses, factories and various work locations where moving heavy materials from one location to another is required is called a forklift. The mast is the mechanism located on the front of the forklift that hydraulically lowers and lifts the load. The "cat" is the protected area where the forklift driver sits.
Forklifts are capable of lifting loads between one and five tons in weight. Various types 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 various forklifts vary based on factors like frequency of use, load weights and ground surfaces. Each and every forklift operator must have access to replacement tires, a forklift jack and tire press.
Tire Maintenance Instructions
You must regularly inspect the tires. Watch for signs of wear and damage to the tires. If the wear on the tire exceeds 40%, it must be replaced.
When you buy tires, be certain you buy the right type - solid, pneumatic or polyurethane.
When the tire needs replacing, position the forklift jack under the tire and raise the forklift high enough that you could change the tires easily.
To remove the damaged tire, pull the tire from the rim utilizing the tire press. Install the new tire and secure it properly. If you are changing more than one tire and you have just 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 extremely large for both in-house and mobile tire presses, the damaged tire will have to be transported to a shop which has a stationary tire press.