The type of vehicle usually found within warehouses, factories and various work locations where moving heavy materials from one location to another is necessary is referred to as a forklift. The mast is the mechanism situated on the front of the forklift which hydraulically lowers and lifts 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. Various models could be used to raise shipping containers and much heavier loads.
The tires of a forklift must be inspected and maintained frequently. The kinds of tires on different forklifts differ according to factors like ground surfaces, frequency of use and load weights. Each and every forklift driver must have access to tire press, replacement tires and a forklift jack.
Tire Maintenance Instructions
You should regularly check the tires. Watch for signs of damage and wear to the tires. If the wear on the tire exceeds 40 percent, it needs to be replaced.
When you purchase tires, be sure you purchase the right kind - polyurethane, solid or pneumatic.
When you have 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.
You could use the tire press to pull the tire from the rim and remove the damaged tire. 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, then reposition the jack at the next tire.
On-site tire repair can be performed by a repair company. If the tire is too big for both in-house and mobile tire presses, the tire which is damaged should be transported to a shop that has a stationary tire press.