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Is repair possible for broken fork at heel area?

Is there an acceptable repair/ weld procedure to fix a fork that is broken in the heel area? I am referring to a fork capacity rateing at 70,000 lbs. on a Kalmar lift used for lifting steel slab. These large forks are not cheap, can this be fixed safely? Or is replacement nessary? Thanks for your follow-up.

Posted 15 Dec 2005 05:20
Discussion started by del_d
Oregon, United States

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Repairing forks in the manner you mentioned is not a good idea, the cost of the new fork would be small compared to the cost of an injury or death.

Posted 15 Dec 2005 15:17
Reply by Dave_C
Arizona, United States

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The forks on the trucks are made from spring steal. Which allows the forks to flex when picking up heavy loads. A weld would be a solid part of the forks and would crack under the pressure,

Posted 15 Dec 2005 06:50
Reply by gary_c
midlands, United Kingdom

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