The kind of vehicle usually found within factories, warehouses and various work sites 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 which hydraulically lowers and raises the load. The "cat" is the protected area where the operator of the forklift sits.
Forklifts can carry loads which weigh between one to five tons. Some types can be utilized to lift shipping containers and much heavier loads.
Forklift tires should be checked and maintained regularly. The types of tires on different forklifts differ based on factors like for instance ground surfaces, frequency of use and weight of the loads. Each and every forklift operator should have access to replacement tires, a forklift jack and tire press.
Tire Maintenance Instructions
You should frequently 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 buying tires, make certain that you are buying the correct type - polyurethane, solid or pneumatic.
When the tire needs replacing, position the forklift jack under the tire and lift the forklift high enough that you could 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 only have 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 too big for both mobile and in-house tire presses, the tire which is damaged would have to be transported to a shop that has a stationary tire press.