The kind of vehicle normally found within factories, warehouses and various work sites where moving heavy materials from one location to another is required is referred to as a forklift. The mast is the mechanism situated on the front of the forklift which hydraulically lowers and lifts the load. The "cat" is the protected area where the forklift driver sits.
Forklifts are capable of lifting loads between one and five tons in weight. Some models could be used to carry shipping containers and loads which are much heavier.
The tires of a forklift should be checked and maintained frequently. The kinds of tires on different forklifts vary based on factors like for instance weight of the loads, ground surfaces and frequency of use. Every forklift driver must have access to replacement tires, a forklift jack and tire press.
Tire Maintenance Instructions
Perform tire inspections regularly. Watch for indications of damage and wear to the tires. If the wear on the tire exceeds 40 percent, it must be replaced.
When you buy tires, be sure you buy the correct kind - 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 can 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 can be performed by a repair company. If the tire is extremely large for both mobile and in-house tire presses, the damaged tire would have to be transported to a shop that has a stationary tire press.