The Benefits and Uses of Popular Forklift Attachments

The right forklift attachment can make your work faster, easier, and even safer. But which one(s) best suit your unique needs?

Here at CCon Metals, we strive to make your life easier. We created the following guide to popular forklift attachments to help you decide which model(s) to get. If you have questions or want expert recommendations, our friendly staff is happy to assist. Just reach out or visit our dealership in Granite Falls, North Carolina.

A Multiple Pallet Handler

Also known as a multiple load handler or multi-pallet handler, this forklift attachment can carry pallets side by side. Operators can get all of the cargo transported in fewer trips, which can save a significant amount of time. Fewer trips also means that the forklift will also burn less fuel, which saves money.

Many different businesses can utilize this forklift attachment, but it's most commonly used in warehouse, brewing, bottling, and shipping industries.

When shopping for this forklift attachment, look for models that prioritize stability under heavy loads and make sure it won't be too wide to fit through your given work spaces.

Fork Extensions

Some cargo will be too large for your standard equipment to carry.

That's where this forklift attachment comes in handy.

Fork extensions get attached over the existing forks. They add extra length so that the equipment can handle the large load. Factories, shipping, shops, and warehouse industries commonly use this forklift attachment.

Before buying this forklift attachment, it's important to measure the width and thickness of your equipment's forks. The extension length should not be more than 66% of the current length. Otherwise, the forklift could topple over!

Side Shifter

The side shifter is one of the most popular forklift attachment options - and it's easy to see why. The design allows operators to move a load from side to side. Make small adjustments to the pallet's alignment without needing to move the forklift around.

This maneuverability leads to many benefits. 

First, the equipment will be burning less fuel when transporting cargo. You won't need to move the forklift around as much to get the correct positioning, which means saving money on fuel costs.

Second, there will be less pallet damage. Instead of trying to position the cargo by moving the forklift, operators can utilize smaller movements to get a more precise placement that is less damaging to the cargo.

Third, it will take less time to transport the pallets. It can be tedious adjusting the forklift's position over and over until it has the right approach. Using a side shifter is a faster and more efficient approach.

Many different industries utilize this time-saving forklift attachment, including construction, food and beverage, paper handling, and agriculture.

Ready to explore forklift attachments for sale? Check out the selection at CCon Metals. Our dealership is located in Granite Falls, North Carolina, and we also serve those in Hickory and Lenoir.