The type of vehicle usually found inside warehouses, factories and other work locations where moving heavy materials from one location to another is necessary is known as a forklift. The mast is the mechanism located on the front of the forklift that hydraulically lifts and lowers the load. The "cat" is the area which is protected where the forklift operator sits.
Forklifts can carry loads which weigh between one to five tons. Several models could be used to lift shipping containers and much heavier loads.
The tires of a forklift should be checked and maintained regularly. The types of tires on different forklifts differ according to factors like for example ground surfaces, frequency of use and weight of the loads. Every forklift driver should have access to a forklift jack, tire press and replacement tires.
Tire Maintenance Instructions
Carry out tire inspections on a regular basis. Watch for signs of damage and wear to the tires. If the wear on the tire exceeds 40%, it needs to be replaced.
When you buy tires, be sure you purchase the correct type - pneumatic, polyurethane or solid.
When the tire needs replacing, position the forklift jack under the tire and raise the forklift high enough that you can change the tires easily.
You could utilize the tire press to pull the tire from the rim and remove the damaged tire. Install the new tire and secure it well. If you are changing more than one tire and you only have one jack, lower the forklift, then reposition the jack at the next tire.
On-site tire repair could be performed by a repair company. If the tire is too big for both in-house and mobile tire presses, the damaged tire should be transported to a shop which has a stationary tire press.