The kind of vehicle normally found in warehouses, factories and various work locations where moving heavy materials from one location to another is required is called 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 which is protected where the forklift operator sits.
Forklifts are capable of lifting loads between one and five tons in weight. Several types can be used to lift shipping containers and much heavier loads.
The tires of a forklift must be inspected and maintained regularly. The kinds of tires on various forklifts vary based on factors like ground surfaces, frequency of use and weight of the loads. Every forklift operator should have access to tire press, replacement tires and a forklift jack.
Tire Maintenance Instructions
You must frequently check the tires. Watch for indications of damage and wear to the tires. If the wear on the tire exceeds 40%, it should be replaced.
When you purchase tires, be sure you purchase the right kind - polyurethane, solid or pneumatic.
When you need to replace the tires, the forklift jack should be positioned under the tire. You can easily change the tires if you lift the forklift high enough.
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 only have one jack, lower the forklift, and after that reposition the jack at the next tire.
On-site tire repair can be performed by a repair company. If the tire is extremely big for both mobile and in-house tire presses, the damaged tire will have to be transported to a shop that has a stationary tire press.