To be able to help you choose the correct Forklift Tire and Compound, we will ask you to think about the following things: type of fuel used; weight of your typical load; typical length of your run; kinds of problems you are having; type of surfaces the forklift runs on; whether your forklift operates over dock plates; percentage of time and number of shifts the forklift is loaded; and the top speed and the average speed of your forklift
To describe different attributes of tires, there are some specific terms that are utilized. It could help to know what they mean. The term Durometer refers to the hardness of forklift tires. The range is usually from 83 to 95, the number would increase that depends on the hardness of the tire. The majority of the tires made today fall within a couple of standard industry classifications.
The operator could have a more comfortable ride if the tires are softer. They are recommended for operations which need regular maneuvering because they provide better traction. They are better able to tolerate driving over floor debris. For uses which require long runs and maximum speed, soft tires are not recommended. They are made of softer compounds which tend to heat up and wear faster than hard tires.
For applications that require high speed, long runs and multiple shifts, it is best to have harder tires. They are better than soft tires for maximum loads, and they would last longer and wear better. Hard tires are less forgiving of floor debris and give a less comfortable ride. They tend to be more energy efficient because they provide less resistance.
Universal Compound tires combine advantages and are recommended as all-around tires for general use.