Below are add-ons that are very helpful for narrow aisle lift trucks:
Side shift: Side shift is an option which allows the movement of the load laterally without having to move the model. This enables loads to be positioned with much more precision.
Tilt mast: The optional tilt mast allows the forks to shift both forwards and backwards. This is recommended in situations where loads aren't completely level. To gain more stability while transporting a loaded truck, the mast could be tilted backwards.
Extendable forks: The option of extendable forks helps the "reach" of the forklift to extend for stacking pallets one in front of the other, known as "double-deep" loading.
Operator platforms: Some NA lift trucks have operator platforms that can raise and lower the operator while at the same time raising and lowering the lift truck's forks. This provides utmost control and visibility when dealing with cargo at heights of 6 m to 9 m.
Forklift on a Ramp
Lift truck operators must be properly taught on the machines. They should be assessed and qualified or certified. It is vital for anybody utilizing a lift truck to be very educated regarding safety guidelines and issues. Drivers should understand how to make adjustments on uneven surfaces or in situations where the weight of the load changes the center of gravity. Safety rules include safely utilizing a forklift on a ramp, which is frequently happening since the driver would usually need to drive down and up ramps to be able to unload and load containers.
Guidelines for Operating a Lift Truck on a Ramp
1 Drive at slow speeds when approaching a ramp and while driving up and down the ramp. The risk of accidents is higher when driving at high speeds as this could upset the equipment's center of gravity.
2 Drive the lift truck in reverse when moving up an incline on a ramp while not carrying a load.
3 Drive forward when moving down an incline on the ramp with no load.
4 Tilt the forks slightly back to shift the center of the load to the machine's front, when moving up or down a ramp when carrying a load.
5 In order to make the load more stable, drive forward up a ramp while carrying a load.