The following add-ons are useful for narrow aisle forklifts:
Side shift: The side shift option permits the movement of the load laterally without having to move the truck. This allows loads to be placed with much more precision.
Tilt mast: The tilt mast option allows the forks to shift forwards and backwards. This is perfect in cases where loads aren't entirely level. To be able to gain more stability while transporting a loaded truck, the mast could be tilted back.
Extendable forks: The option of extendable forks helps the "reach" of the forklift to extend for stacking pallets one in front of the other, referred to as "double-deep" loading.
Operator platforms: Some NA forklifts have operator platforms that can lower and raise the operator while at the same time raising and lowering the lift truck's forks. This offers utmost visibility and control when dealing with loads at heights of 6 m to 9 m.
Forklift on a Ramp
Operators have to be properly trained and should be tested and licensed. It is important for anyone operating a lift truck to be really educated about safety guidelines and concerns. Drivers need to know how to make adjustments in situations where the weight of the load alters the center of gravity or on uneven surfaces. Safety measures include the safe use of a forklift on a ramp, which is always happening as the operator would normally need to drive down and up ramps in order to load and unload containers.
Suggestions for Operating a Forklift on a Ramp
1 Drive slowly while approaching a ramp and while driving up and down the ramp. The possibility of mishaps is increased while driving at high speeds since this can upset the equipment's center of gravity.
2 Drive the forklift in reverse when moving up an incline on a ramp while not carrying a load.
3 While moving down an incline on a ramp with no load, drive forward.
4 Tilt the forks a little back to shift the center of the load to the equipment's front, when moving up or down a ramp when carrying a load.
5 To make the load more steady, drive forward up a ramp while carrying a load.