The lift truck truck is an extremely large and powerful machinery able to work smoothly and efficiently, raising and transporting objects in material handling orientated jobs. Many components must be replaced regularly because of damages and breakages.
Forklifts are extremely versatile machinery. A variety of different accessories could be fitted onto the machinery in order to increase their capabilities and expand the jobs they are often able to finish. Some of the key different forklift accessories and components are described below.
Fork Extensions
Fork extensions are designed to fit over the forklift's standard forks. These forks could can be changed completely, or different parts could be added to them so the truck can raise various types of cargo such as baskets, rollers, telescopic loads, among others.
Forklift Bearings and Seals
The bearings and seals are particular lift truck components which allow the inner workings of the machinery to operate in an optimum and efficient way. Bearings enable two moving components of the machine to smoothly work together, without any friction. If not properly fitted, bearings and seals could occasionally break and wear down and these parts may need to be replaced periodically. If a bearing is the proper type of bearing used for the equipment and it is properly fitted, this specific lift truck component could easily outlive the life expectancy of the entire equipment.
Cabs
The forklift's cab is the section of the machine where the operator sits and performs maneuvers. The cab may be open or it could have a roof, based upon the particular model. On a work site, this lift truck part normally has a roof to reduce the risk of falling materials and comply with safety reasons.
Brake Forklift Components
Forklifts trucks have brakes which are required to be frequently checked in order to ensure they are in good working condition. Normally, these components would need to be replaced because of damage or extended wear.
Wheels and Tires
The forklifts tires and wheels are the components most normally damaged. Problems occur due to punctures from sharp things on the floor and slashes from uneven and rough floor boards.