The type of vehicle normally found in warehouses, factories and other work sites where moving heavy materials from one location to another is necessary is referred to as a forklift. The mast is the mechanism situated on the front of the forklift that hydraulically lowers and raises the load. The "cat" is the area that is protected where the forklift operator sits.
Forklifts could lift loads that weigh between one to five tons. Several kinds could be used to carry shipping containers and much heavier loads.
The tires of a forklift should be inspected and maintained frequently. The types of tires on different forklifts vary according to factors such as frequency of use, load weights and ground surfaces. Each and every forklift operator should have access to a forklift jack, tire press and replacement tires.
Tire Maintenance Instructions
You should frequently inspect the tires. Watch for indications of wear and damage to the tires. If the wear on the tire exceeds 40 percent, it has to be replaced.
When you buy tires, be certain you purchase the right kind - polyurethane, solid or pneumatic.
When you have 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.
In order to remove the damaged tire, pull the tire from the rim utilizing the tire press. Install the new tire and properly secure it. If you are changing more than one tire and you just have one jack, lower the forklift, then reposition the jack at the next tire.
On-site tire repair could be performed by a repair company. If the tire is extremely large for both mobile and in-house tire presses, the damaged tire would have to be transported to a shop that has a stationary tire press.