One of the main questions a sales representative for fork trucks and forklift parts is asked is "what is the life expectancy of the fork truck and its parts?" The answer to this question can only be given as a guideline of course but the person buying the forklift truck or the forklift parts wants to know that they are getting their moneys worth and that it will last a good few years.
The length of time a fork lift lasts depends on a few different things. One of these being if the fork truck and the parts are looked after and if they get regularly services. Just as with any piece of machinery, if it is looked after well then it will last longer. It also depends on how much the forklift truck is used. Parts of the machine that tend to go the most due to wear and tear are the wheels, engine parts, and starters.
The fork truck will of course last longer than the fork lift parts. The parts of the fork lift truck will need to be changed and serviced in order to keep the general running of the fork lift truck in good condition. A brand new fork truck with regular services can last 10 or even 20 years. Fork lift parts will need to be replaced more regularly than that especially if the fork lift truck is used heavily on a daily basis.
It is by law that the forklift truck and the forklift truck parts are checked on a daily basis and a more thorough examination conducted on a weekly and monthly basis. These checks are put in place to minimalise the risk of accidents occurring from a faulty forklift truck and its parts. It may mean that the business owner needs to pay more out on parts throughout the year but this will enhance the life span of the truck and it can save lives.
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