The type of vehicle usually found within warehouses, factories and other work sites where moving heavy materials from one location to another is required is referred to as a forklift. The mast is the mechanism situated on the front of the forklift which hydraulically lifts and lowers the load. The "cat" is the area which is protected where the driver of the forklift 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 maintained and checked regularly. The kinds of tires on various forklifts differ based on factors like frequency of use, load weights and ground surfaces. Every forklift driver must have access to replacement tires, a forklift jack and tire press.
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 should be replaced.
When purchasing tires, make sure that you are purchasing the right type - pneumatic, polyurethane or solid.
When you have to replace the tires, the forklift jack must be positioned under the tire. You can easily change the tires if you raise the forklift high enough.
To remove the damaged tire, pull the tire from the rim utilizing the tire press. Install the new tire and secure it properly. If you are changing more than one tire and you just have one jack, lower the forklift, and then reposition the jack at the next tire.
On-site tire repair can be performed by a repair company. If the tire is extremely large for both mobile and in-house tire presses, the damaged tire must be transported to a shop that has a stationary tire press.