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Load Handling AttachmentsLoad Handling Attachments

Attachments

• What are Attachments– Device fitted to Lift Truck to enable

safe handling of loads.

Attachments

• Lift Truck Capacity– Fitting an attachment affects the

lift truck capacity.– The load capacity with the

attachment fitted must be shown on a name plate attached to the lift truck indicating the maximum load that can be handled with the attachment fitted.

Attachments

• Any Attachment used on a Lift Truck must be identified with;

• Manufacturer/Make/Model• Capacity at load centre• Horizontal centre of gravity• Lost Load• Mass

Attachments

• Forks, must engage minimum 75% of load • Varies lengths, widths, styles, tips available

10% wear= 20% loss of strength

Attachments

• Side Shifts• Enables side movement of load for positioning.

Attachments

• Fork Positioners• Enables positioning of forks from operators seat.

Attachments

• Fork Clamps, Bale Clamps• Enables safe handling of loads where clamping is

required. Rotating and Non Rotating.

Attachments

• Carton Clamps• Palletless Handling of suitable product

Attachments

• Paper Roll Clamps• Safe handling of Paper Rolls in both vertical

and bilge position

Attachments

• Multi Pallet Handlers• Moves multiple pallet at one time

Attachments

• Rotator• Lift and rotate loads

Attachments

• Turna forks• Operates as clamp or forks

Attachments

• Layer Picker• Used to remove selected layers from stack.

Attachments

• Push Pulls• Used to handle palletless products• Commonly used to load/unload containers

Quick fork MountDedicated

Attachments

• Slip-on attachments• Jibs, Probes, Fork Extensions

Attachments

• Benefits of Attachments– Reduced risk of injury to operators– Safety– Minimise manual handling– Damage Reduction– Increase productivity

Attachments

• Specialised Attachments

Attachments

Attachments

• Not an Attachment

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Forklift TyresForklift Tyres

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PART 1: General knowledgePART 1: General knowledge

• Types of Industrial Tyres & Wheels

• Tyre Properties

• Different Variations

• Composition

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Industrial Tyre TrainingIndustrial Tyre Training

A simple way to determine the tyre type:

• Pneumatic - air filled

• Resilient – solid/layered rubber core

• SolidAir® - resilient tyre with sidewall holes

• Press-on cushion – solid with steel band base

• Polyurethane - cured polymers

Each type is designed to provide advantages in different uses.

There are many types of forklift tyres. Forklifts intended for different

uses have specialized kinds of tyres. The most common types of

forklift tyres are Pneumatic, Resilient (solids), and Polyurethane.

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They are commonly used to help the forklift deal with rough terrain easily, such as a rough terrain forklift. They are made from strong, thick rubber and have a deep tread.

3 most common tyre types3 most common tyre types

1: Pneumatic

One of the first types of forklift tyres is the pneumatic kind. Pneumatic tyres are tough and durable and look just like the tyres that are used on most heavy-duty trucks.

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They are known as resilient tyres, as they are resilient against general damage; never puncture or become deflated like pneumatic tyres.

Resilient tyres have evolved greatly since their humble “solid” beginning to provide excellent grip, traction, and top ride quality, assuring higher durability and cost efficiency.

2: Resilient

Although resilient tyres look similar to pneumatic tyres they are made up of internal layers of solid rubber.


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Forklift tyres made of polyurethane are the best type to use on electric forklifts. Various compounds have been created to endure different surfaces including cool stores. Suitable for indoor use and even hard floors.

3: Polyurethane

The evolution of the new forklifts created the need

for polyurethane tyre and wheel assemblies.

The strength and hardness of the polyurethane

helps to carry heavy loads, work in extreme

temperature environments and provide stability for

high lift requirements.


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Tyre propertiesTyre propertiesPNEUMATIC TYRES

Form and function rely on correct inflation pressure

• Bias Ply nylon or Radial steel layers

Options• Budget• Mid range• Premium

Types• Black (standard)• Non marking

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Construction differences of BIAS ply & RADIAL ply

Common bias ply construction Common radial tyre construction

Tyre propertiesTyre properties

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RESILIENT TYRES

• Form and function rely on design, manufacturing quality and material used for construction.

Options• Budget - usually 2 compound• Mid range - usually 3 compound • Premium - 3 compound premium rubber

Types• Black – standard• Non marking


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Resilient Tyres – Asian Concept

“2” stage design

Friction based heal

Hard tread compound

Standard bead wires


Resilient Tyres – American Concept

“2” stage design

Friction based heal

Hard tread compound

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Resilient Tyres – European Concept “3” stage design Steel cord for optimum base support Hardened natural rubber base Shock absorbing middle layer Wear resistant tread


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Tyre PropertiesTyre PropertiesQuick Base resilient tyres

Quick base tyres are designed to

provide a quicker fitment.

Quick’s minimise the requirement

for multiple wheel components

Less components = lower

maintenance and repair costs

Premium quick style tyres offer

best tyre-to-wheel cohesion

These are also known as Loc –

Click - Limpet

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PRESS-ON CUSHION TYRES

Form and function rely upon material, bonding and fit

Quality manufacturing processes

Long lasting tread

Profile

Construction

Anti-abrasion and high anti-cut characteristics

High modulus of compression elasticity

Precision engineered steel band


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Types Black – standard Non marking

Press-on Cushion Tyres Tread Design Options Lug Half tread (HT) Smooth or Slick tread (SM)


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POLYURETHANE TYRES

Polyurethane tyres rely upon Quality materials + Quality

process control systems

• Compounding for specialised applications

• Extreme conditions use a “harder” material

• Benefits include higher rigidity, reduced internal

heating & less flattening


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POLYURETHANE LOAD WHEELS

• Different compounds for various surfaces

• Specialty harnesses for extreme temperatures (cold or hot)

• Many different wheel types


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Specialised Polyurethane products are designed for:

Cold stores

Materials handling

Stage technology

Heavy duty applications

Drum drives

High temperature areas

Explosion-proof areas

Hygienic areas


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Part 2: Tyres in ServicePart 2: Tyres in Service

• Case studies

• Understanding sizes

• What tyres suite your application

• What causes effect tyre life

• About non marking tyres

• Assessing tyre wear patches

• Safety aspects

• Review questions

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Smooth Tyre performance vs. TreadedSmooth Tyre performance vs. Treaded

There are a number of factors which influence tyre performance

and behavior in wet conditions including geometry of rubber,

temperature, velocity and floor conditions. In general:

On wet floors tread patterns become important, especially on

high speeds (over 100km/ph due to the water evacuation and

aquaplaning).

On dirty floors (mud, loose surfaces) a tread pattern

becomes essential in evacuating the loose materials.

Low speed applications on normal harden pavements the

grip does not rely on the tread pattern, due to high contact

pressure (± 0.8-1.0Mpa).

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ConclusionsConclusions

Smooth tyres have better grip than treaded tyres on

dry, clean floors, due to the fact they have a larger

contact area.

Maximized tyre life is achieved with the SMOOTH tread

due to the elimination of lug-to-void-area and damage

characteristics such as lug tear, uneven wear (heal and

toe) and leading edge contact damage.

On low speed applications and wet floors, studies have

shown that up to 15km/h a smooth tyre even has

better grip than a treaded tyre, as all the water is

squeezed out of the interface tyre/road, again due to the

high contact pressures.

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When not to use smooth When not to use smooth tyres....tyres....

Mud and water

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When you can use smooth When you can use smooth tyres...tyres...

Cement surface and water

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Non Marking TyresNon Marking Tyres

Low profile Resilient tyres, Cushion tyres

and Poly tyres in non marking compounds

are gaining popularity - especially due to

new factories and higher warehouse racking

systems being introduced.

This trend is also being driven by the desire

of many “Clean Industries”. In sensitive

conditions and environments such as

medical, food and paper it is an important

clean floor.

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Non Marking TyreNon Marking Tyre

Different non marking tread types for different applications.

Resilient Pneumatic Lug - pneumatic

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Recommendations for Non Recommendations for Non MarkingMarking

When installing Non Marking tyres on any forklift the following points should be observed..

“Earth Strap”

* The absence of the (conductive) carbon black

in non marking tyres acts as a non conductive

to static electricity. This is particularly important

in areas with volatile substances.

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Non Marking tyres should be only

utilised “In-doors”

Dirt adheres to the Non Marking tyres

and is then deposited back on the

inside clean floor.

RecommendationsRecommendations for Non for Non MarkingMarking

For press-on cushion tyre machines that require Non Marking tyres we recommend that a 1’’ wider tyre than standard be utilised.

WHY ?

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What is a Skid What is a Skid Mark ???Mark ???

Act of skidding or slipping

To slide instead of revolving with drive

Of a wheel – vehicle etc to slide or slip sideways because of loss

of traction

Skid mark after emergency braking on brushed concrete

Keep the area clean – better house keeping

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Skid marksSkid marks

Brushed External Concrete Rough Concrete

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What is a Burn Mark What is a Burn Mark ??????

To destroy or wear out by heat or friction

To destroy or scorch or mark the surface

Caused by Non Marking tyres and

Polyurethane load wheels

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4 Forks working in this area4 Forks working in this area

New factory 2 to 3 weeks old

Burn out 18 feet

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1 forklift working in this 1 forklift working in this areaarea

Floor finish has melted

These types of “marking” are not a sign of increased productivity - rather an increase in maintenance, repair and replacement costs.

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What is the 60J What is the 60J Line ??Line ??

The 60 J Line is what we consider to be the wear out point of a

resilient tyre.

Wearing the tyre past this point will reduce the load carrying capacity.

There will also be rapid wear due to the fact you are now into the

middle layer compound (softer rubber).

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The 60 J Line or Safety Line

should be clearly marked as

per these examples:

SAFETY LINE

Smooth resilient tyre with 60J marker 60J marker and Rim Guard stamping – not to be confused.

What is the 60J What is the 60J Line ??Line ??

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Wear Point of a Cushion Wear Point of a Cushion TyreTyre

The easiest way to distinguish the wear point of a press-on cushion tyre is the Top of Lettering

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Wear Point of a Pneumatic TyreWear Point of a Pneumatic Tyre

Wear point of a pneumatic (air filled ) tyre can vary depending on

tread pattern and different brands.

As soon as you see canvas you must replace tyre straight away.

CANVAS

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Metal Grates and Ramps Dirty Floors, Rough or Course surface

Common causes of tyre Common causes of tyre damagedamage

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Steel ramp with broken mesh

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Erratic drivingUneven surfaces


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Causes of rapid Causes of rapid wearwear

This is caused by consistent turning in one direction

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Causes of rapid Causes of rapid wearwear

Some drivers use the forklift as a bulldozer;

not as it should be used to lift and move

items.

Using the forklift in an improper manner will

cause the wheels to spin.

The result is rapid tyre wear resulting in

large deposits of tread rubber on the

ground

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Cause of rapid wearCause of rapid wear

Long runs – skid marks – rubbish

Thank you

John MakrisJohn Makris

Harmonisation

• One piece of WHS legislation including regulations for all of Australia

• Commenced in NSW, QLD, NT, ACT and Commonwealth on 1 January 2012

• TAS & SA expected to come on board by 1 January 2013.

• WA and VIC have not confirmed commencement date.

The Law

For those states which started 1 January 2012

Work Health and Safety Act

Work Health and Safety Regulation

Codes of Practice

Guidance Materials

Fundamentals of safety

WHS responsibilities

Duties owed by:

• PCBUs • Employers• Self-employed• Contractors• Controllers• Officers• Workers• Designers• Manufacturers• Suppliers• Installers• Constructors

Duties owed to:

• Employees• Contractors• Sub-contractors• Self-employed • Customers• Self• Visitors• Public generally

Reasonably practicable That which is or was reasonably able to be

done weighing up factors including:

1. likelihood of hazard/risk occurring2.degree of harm from hazard/risk3.what a person knows or ought to know of

hazard/risk4.availability and suitability of way to

eliminate or minimise the risk5.after assessing the risk and controls, the

costs of eliminating or minimising the risk

Plant• If you manage or control plant, you

have to make sure that it is without risks to health and safety

• If you import plant, you have to make sure it is without risks to health and safety– Use, store, assembly, persons

nearby and exposed to the plant, test and provide adequate information

Plant cont.• If you supply plant, you have to make

sure it is without risks to health and safety– Use, store, assembly, persons


• If you maintain plant, inspect or test plant, this must be done– In accordance with the

manufacturers recommendations, or if none, recommendations by a competent person

Plant cont.

• If you design or manufacture plant, you have to make sure it is without risks to health and safety– Use, store, assembly, persons


PenaltiesNature of Offences Maximum

Penalty – corporation

Maximum Penalty – individual

Category 1 The most serious offences – causing death, or serious injury or high risk of death or serious injury involving recklessness.

$3 million $600,000 and/or 5 years imprisonment for officers$300,000 and/or 5 years imprisonment for workers or other persons

Category 2 Offences involving a high risk of death or serious injury without recklessness

$1.5 million $300,000 for officers$150,000 for workers or other persons

Category 3 Less serious offences placing persons at risk of injury or illness

$500,000 $100,000 for officers$50,000 for workers or other persons

Things to think about• Best practice WHS policies, systems,

procedures and training • Consultation• Risk management• Robust processes and documentation • Support and training for all workers • Support and training for officers

regarding due diligence requirements• Review/check/audit current processes

Questions

John Makris | Special Counsel

Middletons

T: +61 2 9513 2564

E: [email protected]

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