Chain for Forklifts

Chains for Forklifts - The life of the forklift lift chains could actually be lengthened with correct care and maintenance. Lubricating correctly is actually a great technique to be able to extend the capability of this particular forklift component. It is essential to apply oil every so often using a brush or other lube application device. The frequency and volume of oil application has to be adequate in order to avoid whatever rust discoloration of oil within the joints. This reddish brown discoloration normally signals that the lift chains have not been properly lubricated. If this situation has occurred, it is really imperative to lubricate the lift chains at once.

It is typical for a few metal to metal contact to occur throughout lift chain operation. This can cause parts to wear out sooner or later. The industry standard considers a lift chain to be worn out if 3 percent elongation has occurred. In order to prevent the scary possibility of a catastrophic lift chain failure from occurring, the maker greatly recommends that the lift chain be replaced before it reaches 3 percent elongation. The lift chain gets longer due to progressive joint wear which elongates the chain pitch. This elongation is capable of being measured by placing a certain number of pitches under tension.

In order to ensure proper lift chain maintenance, one more factor to consider 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 often 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 experience a shock as it 'snaps' under the load tension. With no good lubrication, in this particular situation, the pins can rotate in the chain's link. If this particular situation happens, the lift chains should be replaced immediately. It is very important to always replace the lift chains in pairs to be able to ensure even wear.


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