Types of Tires
Cushion tires are generally considered solid tires with no tread pattern. These tires are designed for indoor smooth and solid surfaces. There are tread patterns available however, that are a lot suitable for various surface environments. The cushion tires are common on smooth warehouse floors and in similar applications.
On the other hand, pneumatic tires need air and have been specifically designed for outdoor use on loose surfaces and uneven ground. Pneumatic truck tires have higher ground clearance also. This raises the center of gravity of the forklift and greatly lessens its rated lift capacity. Most often, pneumatic tires are used in rough terrain surroundings because of their ability to negotiate uneven surfaces in a smoother manner. A lot of construction sites and mining or agricultural operations depend on these tires so as to make certain the machine can travel as carefully and safe as possible.
Lift height and Lift Capacity
In order to determine the capacity of the vehicle needed, it is vital to know the maximum weight and dimensions of the loads you would be handling. What's more, you must know the maximum fork height needed to be able to rack or stack the loads. These factors, the lifting height as well as the load size, greatly affect the lift capacity of the truck. A bigger size load can move the center of gravity of the vehicle and change the load combination. This reduces the machine's lifting capacity and affects the load being lifted and the height. Utilizing various attachments can also affect the overall capacity of the truck.
Mast Options
On the market today are several different options of forklift masts. These comprise: single, double, triple and quad masts. The number indicated the amount of sections on the mast. In various circumstances, you will not be required to make any choices since the lift height will dictate the type of mast you will get, although, in trucks with really high lift heights, you may have a choice.