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field calculation to determine load capacity

I am looking for a field calculation/test example to determine the load capacity of forklift truck. Also, I would like to know how to reduce the load capacity due to side-shifter instalation, and/or due to facing a non standard mast (higher). Asme/As std's suggest about 4 tests for this purpose but I could not calculate more than 2 of them ( i do not have the c.g info belong to the above new configurations- i.e. unladen FLT mast up).
  • Posted 9 Nov 2009 01:30
  • Discussion started by gl_l
  • israel, Israel
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Lets be realistic.

Theoretical calculations are one thing.

" out in the field " as you say is another.

There you must allow for stupid operators, Bad loads , uncertain ground conditions Etc Etc

Anybody who does not allow 25% for those little extra's can expect trouble.
  • Posted 26 Nov 2009 23:36
  • Reply by Normandy
  • Co. Cork, Ireland
Lets be realistic.

Theoretical calculations are one thing.

" out in the field " as you say is another.

There you must allow for stupid operators, Bad loads , uncertain ground conditions Etc Etc

Anybody who does not allow 25% for those little extra's can expect trouble.
  • Posted 26 Nov 2009 23:34
  • Reply by Normandy
  • Co. Cork, Ireland
Hi all, came across cascade web site as a recommendation from one of the other discussions it has a capacity calculator on it ,you just put in information and measurements and it does it all for you.hope this helps.
  • Posted 26 Nov 2009 05:30
  • Reply by daryl_j
  • manchester, United Kingdom
I agree with Dan. Any attachment you place on your lift truck, whether it is a carton clamp, roll grab, or a side shifter should have a capacity plate attached to your lift truck stating the specifics, which is available from the manufacturer.
  • Posted 10 Nov 2009 23:59
  • Reply by TC17
  • Wisconsin, United States
Wisconsin, USA
"Be safe"
I dunno. I would leave that figuring out to the OEMs!
  • Posted 9 Nov 2009 12:34
  • Reply by dan_m
  • Ontario, Canada

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