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Forklift tires are not black, round and evenly spaced.
They can be expensive, explode at the worst possible time, and lead to downtime.
However, when properly maintained, your forklift tires can reduce fuel consumption, increase workplace safety and improve productivity.
Our comprehensive guide to forklift tires:
- compiled by our tire experts
- will help you keep your forklifts productive.
- It all starts with the tires.
- We’ll cover everything from understanding tire types to maximizing the life of your tires.
- If you’re looking for cost-cutting tips, we’ve got those, too.
FORKLIFT TIRES TYPES IN THE WORLD
You may have dealt with forklift tires before.
Whether you’re new to forklifts or want to learn more about the different types of forklift tires, you’ve come to the right place.
There are many types of forklift tires.
Each has its own advantages, each suited to different work environments, and often your forklift forks have one tire in mind.
SPRINGS / FORKLIFT TYRES TO BE SPECIFIED
Cushion tires (also known as press tires) are made from hard rubber molded into steel strips.
The rubber can be traction or smooth.
These tires are very durable and suitable for indoor or outdoor use on flat surfaces.
PNEUMATIC TIRES
- Tires are like car tires.
- They are made of traction rubber and filled with compressed air.
- Some companies fill their tires with foam to avoid the initial cost of solid tires.
- Although it is cheap, we do not recommend using foam to fill the tire because this increases the stress on the tissue, making it less durable.
- Pneumatics are used indoors and outdoors when the workplace does not contain sharp objects.
STRONG PNEUMATIC SPRINGS FOR FORKLIFT TIRES
Solid pneumatic tires are made from solid rubber.
These tires are extremely durable and cannot be punctured or damaged, making them ideal for industries with high debris such as recycling or recycling centers.
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POLYURETHANE TIRE
Polyurethane tires, a type of pressure tire, are lighter and more resistant to cracking, tearing, or tearing under load than rubber tires.
They combine good traction with low rolling resistance.
Polyurethane tires generally last about twice as long as rubber tires and should only be used indoors for light duty applications such as safety.
These tires will wear easily in heavy duty indoor environments, so consider cushioned tires if your equipment requires heavy use.
Non-branded tires
Hydrated silicas and special additives are used to make non-marking tires to remove black lines from the ground.
They are available for tires, solid tires and suspension.
These tires have a short life and are susceptible to electric shock, which means they need anti-static on the forklift.
WHAT IS MADE FROM A TIRE FORKLIFT?
Your forklift tires can be made of polyurethane resin or rubber.
They may contain carbon black or hydrated silicas.
Some forklift tires even have steel wire embedded in them.
It all depends on your tire type.
We’ve broken it down so you can see exactly what your forklift tires are doing.
WHAT ARE THESE THINKING PEOPLE CREATED?
Powder coated tires are made from hard rubber molded into steel strips.
Unless they are unmarked, they will have carbon black.
This is what causes the black marks on the bottom.
Meanwhile, polyurethane tires are made from — you guessed it — polyurethane resins.
In synthetics and synthetic compounds.
WHAT IS A STRONG PNEUMATIC TIRE MADE OF?
Solid tires have a little more and are built to last.
It starts with metal beads on the shoulder of the tire.
Then there is a solid rubber compound base.
Another is the body of nylon – this is part of the steel belt.
If the tire is punctured, the nylon body provides protection against damage.
There is a soft rubber head to aid in user comfort and reduce user fatigue.
Finally the tread – the wear part of the tire.
It is made of an abrasion resistant rubber compound.
What is a non-marking tire?
The non-branded variety includes a blend of natural rubber and hydrated silicas with special additives.
Carbon black is removed to remove traces from the soil.
HOW TO READ FORKLIFT TIRE DIMENSIONS
Let’s start with the basics.
Whether you are a forklift operator or a plant manager.
Having a basic understanding of forklift tires is essential to remain productive and efficient.
The main components of your forklift tires are:
- displays important tire information such as brand, size, tire type and wear line
- Raised rubber that impacts the ground Rim
- The metal part of the wheel that holds the tire in place
