Forklift trucks are really big and powerful pieces of industrial equipment. In order for them to work smoothly and efficiently, hundreds of different components go into the manufacturing process. Numerous parts must be replaced on regular basis due to breakages and damages.
Forklifts are really versatile machines. A variety of different accessories could be fitted onto the machinery in order to increase their capabilities and expand the tasks they are often able to complete. Some of the key different forklift accessories and components are described below.
Fork Extensions
The fork extensions describe the forks on the forklift. These forks could can be changed entirely, or various parts could be added to them so the truck could raise a range of different types of cargo such as telescopic loads, baskets, rollers, among others.
Forklift Seals and Bearings
The seals and bearings are particular lift truck components that enable the inner workings of the machinery to function in an efficient and optimum way. Bearings enable two moving components of the equipment to smoothly work together, without any friction. If not correctly fitted, bearings and seals could occasionally break and wear down and these components may have to be replaced periodically. If a bearing is the correct type of bearing used for the machine and it is fitted correctly, this forklift component can easily outlive the life expectancy of the entire machinery.
Cabs
The cab component of the lift truck truck is the section where the operator sits and controls the entire machinery. Based on the specific model, the cab can be open or it can have a roof. On a work site, this forklift component usually has a roof to comply with safety reasons and lessen the risk of falling materials.
Brake Forklift Components
Lift trucks trucks have brakes which are required to be regularly checked in order to ensure they are in good working condition. usually, these parts should be replaced because of damage or extended wear.
Tires and Wheels
The tires and the wheels are the forklift components that are most often damaged. Problems occur because of punctures from sharp things on the floor and slashes from uneven and rough floor boards.