Lithium battery fire! – which extinguisher?
Lithium batteries on forklift trucks For fires associated with forklift lithium batteries, the recommended fire extinguisher type is typically a Class D fire extinguisher, specifically designed for metal fires, including lithium. Additionally, some extinguishers with specialised agents, like Lith-X powder or certain clean agent systems, are designed to handle lithium-ion battery fires effectively. It is […]
Lithium ion batteries – Are your staff trained?
Li-Ion batteries (Li-Ion) for forklifts and walkie stackers We have all observed a large move towards Li-Ion batteries in mobile materials handling equipment across most industries over the past few years. Li-Ion batteries have advantages over nickel-cadmium or lead-acid which are still in use. Such advantages include shorter charge time, charge is held for longer […]
Versatility of forklift and walkie stacker in one
The most important forklift lever? When placing loads or picking them up, a common practice is to attempt this simple function when the forklift forks are not flat. The tilt function lever is arguably the most important lever. Forklift lift trucks are designed to pick up loads and place them as opposed to pushing, pulling […]
Load center distance
Load centre distance The load centre distance is the horizontal distance from the vertical face of the forks to the center of gravity of the load. This measurement is crucial because it directly affects the forklift’s stability and lifting capacity. Forklifts are designed with a specific load centre in mind, typically 600mm, and exceeding this […]
Forklift drivers and data plates.
Forklift drivers and data plates. In my experience, I find a surprisingly large number of forklift drivers believe the model number of a forklift lift is it’s lifting capacity. This is rarely if ever the case. The only way to know a forklift’s safe limits is to read the data plate. Forklifts by design are […]
Bad habits
Bad habits Most forklift operators are professional and maintain the high standard of driving skills they learnt when they first obtained their High Risk Work Licence (HRWL) to drive a LF class forklift. Unfortunately, some times the rush to get work done takes precedence and corners may be cut. In other words, bad habits creep […]
English as a 2nd language
English as a 2nd language Due to the increase in Australia’s immigration levels there has been a corresponding increase in the number of candidates attempting to obtain High Risk Work Licences (HRWL). This is understandable as such a licence greatly improves the potential to find employment or improve on a position currently held. Under the […]
Virtual Reality in forklift training.
Virtual Reality in forklift training. Introduction: In recent years, I’ve observed a significant shift in the field of training and assessment towards innovative technologies, with Virtual Reality (VR) emerging as a promising tool for skill development. In this blog post, I’ll delve into the potential applications of VR in training individuals to obtain a high-risk […]