In order to ensure productivity and safety, your machinery should be maintained whether it is a used forklift or a new forklift. Careless forklift operation can lead to added costs because of abuse and damage. There are easy ways to identify operator practices which indirectly contribute to costs related to the incorrect operation of Caterpillar forklifts or lift trucks. The suggestions below will help you lessen operating costs while ensuring a long life for your equipment.
Causes Of Facility and Forklift Damage
Incorrect Forklifts. Choosing the right lift truck equipment for the application is important for safe and efficient forklift performance. One of the most common mistakes is using the wrong type of forklift or alternatives for the specific task. Equipment can suffer premature wear and tear. Components could be subject to failure. Make certain that the lift truck is fitted with the right tires and that they are not worn.
Incorrect Forklift Operating Practices. A common cause of impact damage is incorrect forklift operating practices. Damage to product, equipment or facilities can happen while navigating around things. A congested work place lends itself to impacts. For example, pushing pallets, called "Bulldozing", can wear tires and damage the transmission.
Unsafe Forklift Lifting and Speeding. Personal injury and equipment damage could happen by improper lifting practices. Common errors consist of traveling very fast and lifting very high. A load which is too heavy can cause the forklift to tip over. The driver must make sure that the forks are level.
Poor Floor Conditions. The most common cause of forklift damage are obstructions and debris on the floor. If wood, twine, plastic or banding gets into the engine compartment, the cooling system could be compromised. The result could be engine failure or even fire.
Axle or radiator damage is one more common consequence of driving over debris.
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