Forklifts are vehicles normally 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 situated on the front of the forklift that hydraulically raises and lowers the load. The "cat" is the area which is protected where the forklift driver sits.
Forklifts are capable of carrying loads between one and five tons in weight. Several models can be used to raise shipping containers and loads that are a lot heavier.
Forklift tires must be checked and maintained regularly. The types of tires on various forklifts vary according to factors such as weight of the loads, ground surfaces and frequency of use. Every forklift operator must have access to replacement tires, a forklift jack and tire press.
Tire Maintenance Instructions
You should frequently inspect the tires. Watch for indications of damage and wear to the tires. If the wear on the tire exceeds 40%, it must be replaced.
When you purchase tires, be sure 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 can change the tires easily.
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 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 large for both mobile and in-house tire presses, the tire which is damaged should be transported to a shop that has a stationary tire press.