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In the USA, we say that if a fork has worn 10% of it's width, it has lost 1/2 of it's load bearing capacity.
We also have a requirement for annual inspection of the lifting devices (including forks and chains) and replacement, [no further use] if worn 10%, wear is usually in the heel of the fork where it scruffs the ground.
  • Posted 19 Aug 2014 20:14
  • Modified 19 Aug 2014 20:15 by poster
  • By edward_t
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  • South Carolina, United States
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