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Forklift fork extensions are a type of forklift attachment that fit over the tines of a forklift truck. Our fork extenders allow forklift drivers to handle very large loads, awkward shaped loads, and loads that are not palletized . Fork extenders are mainly used when any load measures 150% more than the length of the entire forklift. Other loads that are oddly shaped or cylindrical in geometry may require specific extensions designed to support such loads in specific ways.

Apart from of their specific design type, Fork extensions are simple to set up. Extension slips over the tops of your forklift forks and lock at the base of the tines.

Different types of mechanisms are used to secure the base of the fork extension to the base of the fork truck forks.

There are loop style forklift fork extensions, pin style, and rear spacing models for different material handling jobs.

The normal loop style, as its name indicates, features a loop built into the base of the attachment. This loop slips over the fork and then secures itself to the bottom base of the fork when it is placed over the tine. The rear spacer extender as well uses this fundamental loop design, but it also features an elevated surface that extends a number of inches forward from the base of the extension. This elevated, additional mass is used to push bulky, extra-large loads forward.

Pin style fork extensions use a pin to secure to the tines after they are laid over the top of the fork truck’s forks.

If you are not sure which of our forklift extensions is most suitable for your situation, the best way to proceed is to ask an Avnix material handling expert. Our personnel has been educated to think in terms of applications, not just product features. If you have a clear picture of what you are wanting to do, specialists here can guide you to the right piece of the equipment that meets your needs.

What consumers need to concern themselves with is knowing WHEN they need to use fork yet, there are a lot of times when extenders are needed to ensure the safety of the worker and the appropriate handling of materials.

• Any load that is not uniform must be moved with some kind of forklift extension in the first place. Clearly the forklift truck is one of the most flexible tools in any inventory and can be used for a wide variety of applications.

• If the load is heavier toward the end of the forks than it is toward the base of the fork assembly, then it stands to potentially imbalance the forklift truck. Extenders will correct this imbalance if used properly.

• If you need to push a load made up of pallets 2 or 3 deep through a trailer door, then rear spacer fork extenders make the job easier. The extenders actually are somewhat higher than truck door jams and elevate the load just high enough to pass over it without conflict.

For A FREE Forklift Fork Extender Attachment Call 281-342-0200

For A FREE Forklift Fork Extender Attachment Call 281-342-0200