FORKLIFT TIRES ARE IMPORTANT. OPTIMIZING FORKLIFT PERFORMANCE Tires have a major impact on the overall performance and operation of a forklift. Proper tires reduce long-term costs, increase productivity, and reduce safety risks. Contact us today to get new tires for your forklift. First Name* Last Name* Email* Phone Number Postal Code* Company Name* Proper tire selection is critical to determining how well a truck will perform. Many forklift frames only accept a specific tire type, so be aware of your forklifts' requirements before searching for new tires. TIRES SAVE MONEY. Operating a forklift with poorly maintained tires increases damaging vibrations and reduces the shock absorption resulting in unexpected repairs, and ultimately reducing the lifespan of the machine. TIRES INCREASE PRODUCTIVITY. Forklifts operating with faulty tires exhibit reduced fuel efficiency (or battery life) and require adjustments to operators' typical driving habits to compensate for the reduced shock absorption and stop time. TIRES KEEP YOU SAFE. Improved traction and stability provided from well maintained tires reduces the risk of injury or even death of operators and other employees throughout your operation. TYPES OF FORKLIFT TIRES AIR PNEUMATIC Uneven Or Rough Surfaces Traction Ride Agility Lifespan Cost $ $ $ $ $ SOLID PNEUMATIC Will Never go Flat Traction Ride Agility Lifespan Cost $ $ $ $ $ SOLID CUSHION Indoor or Smooth Surfaces Traction Ride Agility Lifespan Cost $ $ $ $ $ NON-MARKING CUSHION Keeps Smooth Floors Clean Traction Ride Agility Lifespan Cost $ $ $ $ $ WHEN TO REPLACE FORKLIFT TIRES WEAR TREAD DAMAGE When tires have worn to the wear line. Most forklift tires display a designated wear indicator line, which represents about 20% of the original tire size. Operating a forklift with tires that have reached this point will add more stress to the forklift and its components, lower the fuel economy, and increase safety risks. INSPECTION OPTIMIZING FORKLIFT PERFORMANCE: TIRES Watch this 1-minute video to learn what to look for when inspecting the tires on your forklifts, and why having the right tires is so important. MOBILE TIRE PRESSING AT YOUR DOORSTEP Making sure your tire is mounted correctly is crucial. Improper mounting of tires can lead to premature tire wear and pose safety hazards. Our mobile tire service will give you the peace of mind to know your new tires will last to their full potential usage. NEED NEW FORKLIFT TIRES? CONTACT A HODGE FORKLIFT EXPERT TODAY. At Hodge, our team of experts are as knowledgeable as anyone in the industry. Give us a call today and we’ll come right to your door to solve any of your forklift challenges, including of course, your tires. Contact us today to get new tires for your forklift. First Name* Last Name* Email* Phone Number Postal Code* Company Name*