The kind of vehicle usually found inside factories, warehouses and different work locations where moving heavy materials from one location to another is required is referred to as a forklift. The mast is the mechanism located on the front of the forklift which hydraulically lowers and lifts the load. The "cat" is the protected area where the forklift driver sits.
Forklifts are capable of lifting loads between one and five tons in weight. Various kinds could be used to raise shipping containers and much heavier loads.
Forklift tires must be checked and maintained on a regular basis. The kinds of tires on various forklifts differ based on factors like weight of the loads, ground surfaces and frequency of use. Every forklift operator should have access to tire press, replacement tires and a forklift jack.
Tire Maintenance Instructions
You should regularly inspect the tires. Watch for signs of damage and wear to the tires. If the wear on the tire exceeds 40 percent, it must be replaced.
When purchasing tires, make sure that you are purchasing the right kind - polyurethane, solid or pneumatic.
When the tire needs replacing, position the forklift jack under the tire and lift the forklift high enough that you can easily change the tires.
You could 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, and then reposition the jack at the next tire.
A repair company could 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.