The following add-ons are very 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 allows loads to be placed with a lot more accuracy.
Tilt mast: The optional tilt mast allows the forks to shift both backwards and forwards. This is recommended in situations where loads aren't entirely level. To gain greater stability when moving a loaded truck, the mast could be tilted backwards.
Extendable forks: The option of extendable forks helps the "reach" of the lift truck to extend for stacking pallets one in front of the other, referred to as "double-deep" loading.
Operator platforms: Several NA lift trucks have operator platforms which could raise and lower the operator while simultaneously raising and lowering the lift truck's forks. This provides utmost visibility and control while handling loads at heights of 6 m to 9 m.
Forklift on a Ramp
Lift truck operators must be properly trained on the equipment. They must be tested and licensed or certified. It is important for anybody utilizing a lift truck to be very educated regarding safety rules and issues. Drivers should understand how to make adjustments on uneven surfaces or in situations where the load weight changes the center of gravity. Safety measures include safely utilizing a lift truck on a ramp, that is always happening since the driver would typically have to drive down and up ramps to load and unload containers.
Tips for Utilizing a Forklift on a Ramp
1 When approaching and driving up and down the ramp, drive at slow speeds. The possibility of mishaps is higher when driving fast since this can upset the machine's center of gravity.
2 Drive the forklift in reverse when moving up an incline on a ramp while not carrying a load.
3 When moving down an incline on a ramp with no load, drive forward.
4 When moving up or down a ramp while carrying a load, tilt the forks back a little to shift the load's center closer to the front of the equipment.
5 Drive forward up a ramp when carrying a load in order to make the load more stable.