In modern construction and manufacturing industries, the forklift is a crucial tool. The businesses that use forklifts will understand their significance, their functional requirements, and the safety issues involved in forklift applications. Forklifts are really a great investment that can increase efficiency and productivity in the workplace.
Significance
Forklifts are a very effective way to transport product. They are a modern way to move products and supplies in various environments. Forklifts are used to move bulky and heavy objects that would otherwise need to be moved manually in smaller units.
Function
The racks of the forklift can often reach as high as 9 to 12 meters allowing for the efficient use of maximum storage capacity in numerous warehouse or retail stores. The forks move down and up by a telescopic hydraulic cylinder on the forklift mast. Various sets of hydraulic cylinders are utilized to tilt the mast and shift it to the side, for positioning. A telescopic hydraulic cylinder is an attachment that allows an even higher lift using a hydraulic cylinder system which works a lot like a telescope. Each section slides inside the other similar to sections of a telescope.
Features
Separate levers control the down and up, side shift and tilt. To raise the forks, the driver pulls back on the down and up lever. To lower the forks, the operator pushes the lever forward. Tilt the load back by pulling back the lever, push it forward to tilt the load forward. The side shift lever controls the right and left movement of the forks. Not like cars, forklifts steer from the back tires. This permits the forklift to turn in a very small radius. The forward and reverse controls of the transmission are found on the steering column.