The forklift truck is an extremely big and powerful machinery able to function efficiently and smoothly, lifting and moving items in material handling orientated tasks. Many parts need to be replaced on regular basis due to damages and breakages.
The forklift is a very versatile machine, with a wide assortment of accessories able to be fitted onto the machinery. These accessories can increase the lift truck's capabilities and expand the tasks they are regularly able to complete. Some of the main different forklift accessories and parts are described below.
Fork Extensions
The fork extensions describe the forks on the forklift. These forks could can be changed entirely, or various components can be added to them so the truck could raise a range of different types of loads such as telescopic loads, baskets, rollers, amongst others.
Forklift Seals and Bearings
The bearings and seals are particular forklift parts which allow the inner workings of the equipment to run in an efficient and optimum manner. Bearings allow two moving components of the machinery to work together smoothly, without any friction. If not fitted correctly, bearings and seals can occasionally break and wear down and these parts might have to be replaced occasionally. If a bearing is the proper type of bearing used for the equipment and it is fitted correctly, this lift truck part could easily outlive the life expectancy of the entire machinery.
Cabs
The forklift's cab is the section of the equipment where the operator sits and performs maneuvers. The cab could be open or it could have a roof, depending on the particular unit. On a work place, this lift truck part typically has a roof to comply with safety measures and minimize the risk of falling materials.
Brake Forklift Parts
Lift trucks trucks have brakes that are required to be frequently checked in order to ensure they are in good working condition. usually, these components should be replaced due to extended wear or damage.
Wheels and Tires
The forklifts wheels and tires are the parts most normally damaged. Problems happen because of punctures from sharp things on the floor and slashes from rough and uneven floor boards.