Here are add-ons which are useful for narrow aisle lift trucks:
Side shift: The side shift option permits the lateral movement of the load without having to move the truck. This enables loads to be accurately positioned.
Tilt mast: The tilt mast option allows the forks to shift backwards and forwards. This is great in situations where loads aren't completely level. To be able to gain greater stability while moving a truck which is loaded, the mast could be tilted backwards.
Extendable forks: Extendable forks help the reach of a lift truck to allow for the stacking of pallets one in front of the other. This is known as double deep loading.
Operator platforms: Some NA lift trucks have operator platforms that could lower and raise the operator while at the same time raising and lowering the forklifts forks. This provides optimum visibility and control while dealing with loads at heights of 6 to 9 meters.
Lift Truck on a Ramp
Forklift operators should be correctly taught on the machines. They are required to be tested and qualified or certified. It is really important for anybody using a lift truck to be really educated regarding safety concerns and guidelines. Operators must know how to adjust in situations where the load weight changes the center of gravity or on uneven surfaces. Safety rules cover the safe operation of a forklift on a ramp, which is always occurring because the driver will usually need to drive down and up ramps to be able to load and unload containers.
Suggestions for Using a Forklift on a Ramp
1 Drive at slow speeds while approaching a ramp and while driving up and down the ramp. The possibility of accidents is higher while driving at high speeds as this could upset the machine's center of gravity.
2 Drive the lift truck in reverse while moving up an incline on a ramp when not carrying a load.
3 When moving down an incline on a ramp with no load, drive forward.
4 Tilt the forks slightly back to shift the center of the load to the equipment's front, when moving down or up a ramp while carrying a load.
5 Drive forward up a ramp while carrying a load to make the load more steady.