The forklift truck is an extremely big and powerful machinery able to work smoothly and efficiently, lifting and transporting items within material handling orientated jobs. Many parts need to be replaced on regular basis because of damages and breakages.
The lift truck is a very 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 jobs they are regularly able to finish. Some of the key different forklift accessories and components are described below.
Fork Extensions
Blade 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 could lift a range of different types of cargo including telescopic loads, baskets, rollers, among others.
Forklift Bearings and Seals
The bearings and seals on the lift truck enable the inner workings on the machinery to operate optimally and efficiently. Bearings enable two moving components of the machine to smoothly work together, without any friction. If not fitted correctly, bearings and seals can sometimes break and wear down and these parts may have to be replaced periodically. If a bearing is the correct type of bearing for the machinery and it is fitted properly, this specific lift truck part can easily outlive the life expectancy of the whole apparatus.
Cabs
The forklift's cab is the part of the machinery where the operator sits and performs maneuvers. The cab could be open or it can have a roof, depending upon the particular model. On a work place, this forklift part typically has a roof to reduce the risk of falling materials and comply with safety reasons.
Brake Forklift Parts
Lift trucks trucks have brakes that are required to be regularly tested in order to ensure they are in good working condition. Often, these components must be replaced due to damage or extended wear.
Tires and Wheels
The wheels and the tires are the forklift components which are most usually damaged. Problems occur due to slashes from rough and uneven floor boards and punctures from sharp objects on the floor.