The following add-ons are useful for narrow aisle lift trucks:
Side shift: The side shift option allows the movement of the load laterally without having to move the truck. This enables loads to be placed with much more accuracy.
Tilt mast: The tilt mast option allows the forks to shift forwards and backwards. This is perfect in cases where loads aren't entirely level. To gain greater stability when moving a truck that is loaded, 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: Operator platforms allow some NA lift trucks to raise and lower the operator while the forks are being raised or lowered. This offers utmost visibility and control when handling cargo at heights of 6 m to 9 m.
Forklift on a Ramp
Forklift operators must be well taught on the equipment. They are required to be assessed and qualified or certified. It is important for anybody utilizing a forklift to be really educated regarding safety regulations and concerns. Operators should know how to make adjustments in situations where the load weight alters the center of gravity or on uneven surfaces. Safety rules include the safe use of a forklift on a ramp, which is frequently happening because the operator would typically need to drive down and up ramps to load and unload containers.
Guidelines for Utilizing a Forklift on a Ramp
1 Drive slowly while approaching a ramp and while driving down and up the ramp. The possibility of accidents is higher while driving fast as this could upset the equipment's center of gravity.
2 When not carrying a load, drive the lift truck in reverse while moving up an incline on a ramp.
3 Drive forward when moving down an incline on the ramp with no load.
4 Tilt the forks a little back to shift the center of the load to the machine's front, when moving down or up a ramp while carrying a load.
5 To make the load more steady, drive forward up a ramp while carrying a load.