Selecting Between Cushion & Pneumatic Tires
Considerably contributing to the handling and safety of the equipment are forklift tires. They also impact the maintenance costs. The type of forklift determines to a large extent the type of tire because the majority of forklifts are made with a specific frame which accepts just a particular type of tire. It helps to know the properties of both cushion and pneumatic tires before choosing a tire.
Instructions
1 Check your forklift owner handbook for specifications regarding tires. Most likely your forklift runs either on cushion tires or pneumatic tires. This will limit your options to the type of tire wherein the forklift frame is constructed.
2 Make sure you know the particular type of forklift you are utilizing. Electric forklift trucks and electric pallet jack trucks normally are constructed to utilize cushion tires that do not need much friction. Pneumatic tires are generally used for forklifts that function on diesel or liquid propane gas.
3 Check the type of terrain. Soft cushion tires are made for even grounds whilst pneumatic tires are suitable for rough grounds. Cushion tires, if utilized on uneven ground, could cause the forklift to get stuck as they are set lower. Pneumatic tires perform well on packed stones, crushed concrete and gravel but not on really rough terrain and potholed surfaces.
4 Make certain you know the space limitations. Forklifts utilized mostly indoors must be able to pivot in limited areas. Cushion tires work better than pneumatic tires in those kinds of environments.
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