Forklift trucks are extremely big and strong pieces of industrial equipment. In order for them to work efficiently and smoothly, hundreds of various components go into the manufacturing method. Numerous parts should be replaced regularly due to damages and breakages.
The lift truck is a very versatile equipment, with a wide variety of accessories able to be fitted onto the machines. These accessories could increase the lift truck's capabilities and expand the tasks they are regularly able to complete. Some of the key different forklift accessories and parts are described below.
Fork Extensions
Fork extensions are made to fit over the forklift's regular forks. These forks are able to be changed completely, or various components can be added to them so the truck could raise a range of different types of cargo like for example rollers, telescopic loads, baskets, amongst others.
Forklift Seals and Bearings
The bearings and seals on the forklift allow the inner workings on the equipment to operate optimally and efficiently. Bearings allow two moving components of the equipment to work together smoothly, without any friction. If not properly fitted, bearings and seals could sometimes break and wear down and these components might need to be replaced periodically. If a bearing is the correct type of bearing used for the machinery and it is properly fitted, this specific lift truck component can easily outlive the life expectancy of the entire equipment.
Cabs
The cab part of the lift truck truck is the portion where the operator sits and controls the whole machine. Depending on the particular unit, the cab could be open or it could have a roof. On a work place, this forklift component normally has a roof to minimize the risk of falling materials and comply with safety measures.
Brake Forklift Components
Lift trucks trucks have brakes which are required to be frequently tested in order to ensure they are in good working condition. Often, these parts should be replaced because of extended wear or damage.
Wheels and Tires
The wheels and the tires are the lift truck components that are most often damaged. Problems happen because of slashes from rough and uneven floor boards and punctures from sharp things on the floor.