Forklifts are vehicles usually found inside warehouses, factories and other 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 that hydraulically raises and lowers the load. The "cat" is the protected area where the driver of the forklift sits.
Forklifts could lift loads that weigh between one to five tons. Some models could be used to carry shipping containers and loads that are a lot heavier.
The tires of a forklift must be checked and maintained regularly. The types of tires on various forklifts vary according to factors such as frequency of use, weight of the loads and ground surfaces. Each and every forklift operator should have access to tire press, replacement tires and a forklift jack.
Tire Maintenance Instructions
You should frequently inspect the tires. Watch for signs of damage and wear to the tires. If the wear on the tire exceeds 40%, it should be replaced.
When buying tires, make sure that you are buying the correct type - solid, pneumatic or polyurethane.
When you need to replace the tires, the forklift jack must 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 secure it properly. If you are changing more than one tire and you only have one jack, lower the forklift, then reposition the jack at the next tire.
A repair company can offer on-site tire repair. If the tire is extremely big for both mobile and in-house tire presses, the damaged tire should be transported to a shop which has a stationary tire press.