A type of device in the material handling business that can be utilized to raise and transport loads from one place to another is referred to as a forklift. Every forklift part has a specific function. Various parts can be used to move the load either vertically or horizontally.
Mast
The parts utilized to lift and lower the load is known as the forklift mast. There are various kinds of masts for lifting loads to different heights: duplex, triplex, quad and simplex.
Power Supply
Forklifts have four various ways of being powered: gas, electric, propane and diesel. The battery is situated within the cab underneath the seat. The propane tank is on the back of the truck. The fuel tank on diesel and gas forklifts is beneath the back of the truck.
Cab
The forklift cab is located in the center of the truck. This is where the operator sits and accesses all the controls and informational gauges. The steering wheel, gas pedal, lifting controls, tilting controls and brake are all situated in the cab.
Frame
The frame of the truck carries all the largest parts of the forklift, including the counterweights, that are located at the back in order to stop the truck from tipping when loaded. The frame consists of the overhead guard which protects the operator. The undercarriage holds the wheels, driveshaft and axles.