Forklift trucks are really large and strong pieces of industrial machines. In order for them to function smoothly and efficiently, hundreds of various parts go into the manufacturing method. Many components must be replaced on regular basis due to breakages and damages.
The lift truck is a really versatile equipment, with a wide variety of accessories able to be fitted onto the machinery. These accessories can increase the lift truck's capabilities and expand the jobs they are often able to finish. Several of the key different forklift components and accessories are described below.
Fork Extensions
Blade extensions are designed to fit over the forklift's standard forks. These forks are able to be changed completely, or different parts can be added to them so the truck could raise various kinds of loads including baskets, rollers, telescopic loads, among others.
Forklift Bearings and Seals
The seals and bearings are particular forklift components which allow the inner workings of the machine to operate in an optimum and efficient way. Bearings allow two moving parts of the equipment to smoothly work together, without any friction. If not properly fitted, seals and bearings could occasionally break and wear down and these parts might need to be replaced periodically. If a bearing is the proper type of bearing used for the machinery and it is fitted properly, this forklift part can easily outlive the life expectancy of the entire equipment.
Cabs
The forklift's cab is the part of the equipment where the operator sits and performs maneuvers. The cab can be open or it may have a roof, based on the specific model. On a work place, this forklift part typically has a roof to comply with safety reasons and lessen the risk of falling materials.
Brake Forklift Parts
Forklifts trucks have brakes which are required to be frequently checked in order to ensure they are in good working condition. usually, these parts would need to be replaced due to extended wear or damage.
Wheels and Tires
The lift trucks tires and wheels are the parts most often damaged. Problems occur due to slashes from uneven and rough floor boards and punctures from sharp things on the floor.