Chains for Forklift

Forklift Chain - The life of the lift truck lift chains could actually be lengthened with proper care and maintenance. Lubricating properly is a great way to prolong the capability of this particular lift truck part. It is really essential to apply oil periodically using a brush or whichever lube application device. The volume and frequency of oil application needs to be sufficient in order to avoid whichever rust discoloration of oil within the joints. This reddish brown discoloration normally signals that the lift chains have not been correctly lubricated. If this particular condition has occurred, it is extremely essential to lubricate the lift chains at once.

Through lift chain operation it is common for some metal to metal contact to occur which can lead to a few parts to wear out sooner or later. Once there is 3 percent elongation on the lift chain, it is considered by industry standards to have worn out the chain. So as to stop the scary likelihood of a disastrous lift chain failure from taking place, the manufacturer greatly recommends that the lift chain be replaced before it reaches 3 percent elongation. The lift chain gets longer due to progressive joint wear that elongates the chain pitch. This elongation could be measured by placing a certain number of pitches under tension.

So as to ensure good lift chain maintenance, one more factor to think about is to check the clevis pins on the lift chain for indications of wearing. Lift chains are assembled so that the clevis pins have their tapered faces lined up with each other. Generally, rotation of the clevis pins is commonly caused by shock loading. Shock loading happens if the chain is loose and then all of a sudden a load is applied. This causes the chain to go through a shock as it 'snaps' under the load tension. Without the proper lubrication, in this particular situation, the pins can rotate in the chain's link. If this situation occurs, the lift chains should be replaced at once. It is imperative to always replace the lift chains in pairs to ensure even wear.


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Forklift Parts

Drive Motor Forklifts

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Attachments for Forklift

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Nissan Forklift Part

Nissan Forklift Parts - Nissan Motor Co. Ltd prides itself on reaching complete client happiness when enjoying one of their car, truck or forklift products. They are committed to providing high value and meticulous quality standards to their customers. Incorporating a fruitful heritage combined with solid production principals, Nissan lift trucks offer many of the finest materials handling equipment the...

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Mast Chain

Mast Chains - Leaf Chains have various functions and are regulated by ANSI. They are intended for tension linkage, lift truck masts and for low-speed pulling, and as balancers between counterweight and head in certain machine devices. Leaf chains are sometimes also referred to as Balance Chains. Construction and Features Leaf chains are actually steel chains using a simple link...

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Telescopic Attachments

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Pallet Truck Parts

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Trailer Spotter

Trailer Spotter - Gantry cranes are used in order to transfer and unload huge containers off of trains and ships. They are normally found working in railroads and ports. Their bases have massive crossbeams that run on rails so as to lift containers from one location to another. A portainer is a special type of gantry which transports materials onto...

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Stand Up Forklift Attachments

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