As shown in the table above, to avoid damage or unintended impacts with rack components, pallets should have a minimum clearance of 3 inches between two pallets or one pallet and the upright frame.Sep 1, 2018
How far should a pallet be from the wall?
At least 18 in. As shown in the table above, to avoid damage or unintended impacts with rack components, pallets should have a minimum clearance of 3 inches between two pallets or one pallet and the upright frame.Sep 1, 2018
How much space do you need between forklift pallet racks?
As a rule, sit-down counterbalanced forklifts need aisles at least 12 feet wide to handle standard 48-inch pallets.Apr 23, 2019
How do you measure a pallet jack fork?
FORK SIZE: The most common fork size is 27” x 48” (Width x Length), which is designed to fit most common pallets in the industry. Lift Rite offer additional fork sizes to accommodate various sizes of pallets or loads. For example, 33” x 48” low profile models are designed to handle 4-way entry pallets.
How big is a pallet jack?
The standard shape of a pallet jack is 27” wide by 48” long. 85% of our customers require this shape because it best fits a standard 48”x40” pallet.
Are all pallet jacks the same size?
The most common fork size is 27×48” and the most common size of wood pallets is 40×48”. For pallets that are 40” long you should be using a pallet jack with forks that are 27” wide. Whether it is too short or too long can affect what your pallet jack can or cannot carry.
How do I choose a pallet jack?
- Length. You don't want to purchase a pallet jack that is the wrong length. ...
- Capacity. It is very important that you buy a pallet jack that is equipped to carry the items that you transport. ...
- Pallet Jack Weight. ...
- Lift Height. ...
- Wheels.
How do you maintain pallet jacks?
- Check and top up the oil of your pallet truck. ...
- Lubricate the pallet truck on a regular basis. ...
- Protect the wheels of your pallet trucks. ...
- Check the chain regularly for a correct position. ...
- Adjust the lowering valve if the pallet truck can no longer pump or lower its forks.
How do you inspect a pallet jack?
- Visual Check. Check for structural deformation or cracks of arms, forks or any other component.
- Push-rods. ...
- Cracked Seals. ...
- Oil Level. ...
- Handle Chain/Nut. ...
- Grease Fittings. ...
- Steer Wheels/Load Rollers. ...
- Bearings.
What kind of fluid goes in a pallet jack?
Pallet jacks help safely lift the load, using a hydraulic jack. A hydraulic jack uses hydraulic fluid to transfer the pressure that is needed to lift the load. The part of the pallet jack's maintenance is to check the hydraulic fluid frequently to ensure that it is at the proper fluid level.Dec 12, 2018
What is the capacity of a pallet jack?
5,500 LBS.
How much can a pallet truck lift?
Standard pallet jacks have a max lifting capacity of between 3-5,500 LBS.
What sizes do pallet jacks come in?
Typical dimensions Industry seems to have 'standardized' pallet jacks in several ways: Width of each of two Forks: 7" (17.78 cm) Fork Width, i.e. The dimension between the outer edges of the forks: Available as 20¼" (51.4 cm) and 27" (68.6 cm) Fork Length: Available as 36" (91.4 cm), 42" (106.7 cm), 48" (122 cm)