The forklift truck is an extremely big and strong machinery able to operate smoothly and efficiently, raising and moving objects within material handling orientated tasks. Many parts must be replaced regularly because of breakages and damages.
The forklift is a really versatile machinery, with a wide variety of accessories able to be fitted onto the equipment. These accessories can increase the lift truck's capabilities and expand the tasks they are often able to complete. Some of the main different forklift accessories and components are described below.
Fork Extensions
Fork extensions are made to fit over the forklift's standard forks. These forks are able to be changed completely, or various components can be added to them so the truck can raise various kinds of cargo like for example baskets, rollers, telescopic loads, among others.
Forklift Bearings and Seals
The bearings and seals on the lift truck allow the inner workings on the machinery to run optimally and efficiently. Bearings allow two moving parts of the equipment to smoothly work together, without any friction. If not correctly fitted, seals and bearings could sometimes wear down or even break 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 particular lift truck part can easily outlive the life expectancy of the entire equipment.
Cabs
The cab part of the forklift truck is the portion where the operator sits and controls the whole machine. Depending upon the particular unit, the cab could be open or it may have a roof. On a work site, this lift truck component typically has a roof to comply with safety measures and minimize the risk of falling materials.
Brake Forklift Components
The brakes located on a lift truck truck are required to be regularly tested in order to make sure that they are in safe working condition. Normally, these components must be replaced due to extended wear or damage.
Wheels and Tires
The wheels and the tires are the forklift components that are most normally damaged. Problems happen due to slashes from rough and uneven floor boards and punctures from sharp things on the floor.