The forklift truck is an extremely big and powerful machine able to function smoothly and efficiently, raising and moving things in material handling orientated tasks. Numerous components should be replaced regularly due to damages and breakages.
The forklift is a really versatile equipment, with a wide assortment of accessories able to be fitted onto the machinery. These accessories can increase the lift truck's capabilities and expand the tasks they are often able to complete. Several of the major different forklift accessories and parts are described below.
Fork Extensions
Fork extensions are designed to fit over the forklift's standard forks. These forks could can be changed completely, or various components could be added to them so the truck could lift various kinds of loads such as baskets, rollers, telescopic loads, amongst others.
Forklift Seals and Bearings
The seals and bearings on the lift truck allow the inner workings on the machinery to run optimally and efficiently. Bearings enable two moving components of the machine to work together smoothly, without any friction. If not fitted correctly, seals and bearings could occasionally wear down or even break and these components may need to be replaced periodically. If a bearing is the proper type of bearing for the machine and it is fitted correctly, this specific forklift part could easily outlive the life expectancy of the whole equipment.
Cabs
The cab component of the forklift truck is the section where the operator sits and controls the entire machine. Based upon the specific unit, the cab can be open or it may have a roof. On a work place, this forklift part normally has a roof to lessen the risk of falling materials and comply with safety reasons.
Brake Forklift Components
Lift trucks trucks have brakes which are required to be frequently checked in order to ensure they are in good working condition. Often, these components must be replaced because of extended wear or damage.
Wheels and Tires
The forklifts tires and wheels are the components most usually damaged. Problems occur because of slashes from rough and uneven floor boards and punctures from sharp objects on the floor.