The kind of vehicle normally found in factories, warehouses and different work locations where moving heavy materials from one location to another is necessary is known as a forklift. The mast is the mechanism situated on the front of the forklift which hydraulically lifts and lowers the load. The "cat" is the area that is protected where the operator of the forklift sits.
Forklifts are capable of lifting loads between one and five tons in weight. Various types can be utilized to raise shipping containers and much heavier loads.
The tires of a forklift should be inspected and maintained frequently. The types of tires on different forklifts differ based on factors such as frequency of use, weight of the loads and ground surfaces. Each and every forklift driver must have access to tire press, replacement tires and a forklift jack.
Tire Maintenance Instructions
You should regularly inspect the tires. Watch for signs of wear and damage to the tires. If the wear on the tire exceeds 40%, it should be replaced.
When purchasing tires, make sure that you are purchasing the correct type - solid, pneumatic or polyurethane.
When the tire needs replacing, position the forklift jack under the tire and lift the forklift high enough that you could change the tires easily.
You could use the tire press to pull the tire from the rim and remove the damaged tire. Install the new tire and properly secure it. If you are changing more than one tire and you have only one jack, lower the forklift, and afterward reposition the jack at the next tire.
A repair company could offer on-site tire repair. If the tire is extremely large for both mobile and in-house tire presses, the tire which is damaged would have to be transported to a shop which has a stationary tire press.