A kind of equipment in the material handling business that could be used to raise and transport loads from one place to another is known as a forklift. Each forklift component has a specific function. Various components can be utilized to transport the load horizontally or vertically.
Mast
The forklift mast refers to all the components that lift and lower the load. There are different kinds of masts for raising loads to various heights: simplex, duplex, triplex and quad.
Power Supply
There are four different ways you could power a forklift: electric, gas, propane and diesel. The battery is situated inside the cab underneath the seat. The propane tank is located on the rear of the truck. The fuel tank on gas and diesel forklifts is under the back of the truck.
Cab
The forklift cab is positioned in the center of the truck. This is where the operator sits and accesses all the controls and informational gauges. The gas pedal, steering wheel, lifting controls, tilting controls and brake are all located inside the cab.
Frame
Carrying all the biggest forklift components is the frame of the truck. This consists of the counterweights located at the back which prevents the truck from tipping over when loaded. The frame includes the overhead guard which protects the operator. The undercarriage holds the axles, wheels and driveshaft.