Forklift trucks are really big and strong pieces of industrial machinery. In order for them to work efficiently and smoothly, hundreds of different components go into the manufacturing process. Many components need to be replaced regularly because of breakages and damages.
The lift truck is a very versatile machinery, with a wide assortment of accessories able to be fitted onto the machines. These accessories can increase the lift truck's capabilities and expand the tasks they are regularly able to finish. Some of the key different forklift accessories and parts 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 different parts can be added to them so the truck can lift a variety of different types of cargo including rollers, telescopic loads, baskets, amongst others.
Forklift Seals and Bearings
The seals and bearings 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 work together smoothly, without any friction. If not fitted properly, bearings and seals can occasionally wear down or even break and these parts may need to be replaced occasionally. If a bearing is the proper kind of bearing utilized for the machine and it is correctly fitted, this specific forklift part could easily outlive the life expectancy of the entire equipment.
Cabs
The forklift's cab is the part of the machine where the operator sits and performs maneuvers. The cab can be open or it could have a roof, based upon the particular model. On a work site, this forklift component usually has a roof to reduce the risk of falling materials and comply with safety measures.
Brake Forklift Components
The brakes located on a forklift truck are required to be frequently checked in order to make sure that they are in safe working condition. Normally, these parts must be replaced due to damage or extended wear.
Tires and Wheels
The lift trucks wheels and tires are the components most often damaged. Problems happen because of punctures from sharp objects on the floor and slashes from uneven and rough floor boards.