To calculate the residual capacity of a forklift for the purpose of using attachments, you will need to consider the following factors:
1. The weight of the attachment: The attachment should not exceed the maximum weight capacity of the forklift.
2. The center of gravity of the attachment: The attachment should be positioned so that its center of gravity is within the forklift's stability triangle.
3. The load on the attachment: The attachment should be able to handle the weight of the load it is carrying.
4. The weight of the forklift: The weight of the forklift, including the attachment, should not exceed the maximum weight capacity of the lift.
You can use this information to determine the residual capacity of the forklift for the attachment, which is the difference between the maximum weight capacity of the forklift and the weight of the forklift with the attachment and load. This residual capacity can then be used to determine the maximum weight of the load that can be safely carried by the forklift with the attachment.
The formula for calculating the residual capacity of a forklift is:
Residual capacity = Maximum weight capacity of the forklift - (Weight of the forklift + Weight of the attachment + Weight of the load)
It can also be written as:
Residual capacity = (Maximum weight capacity of the forklift - Weight of the forklift) - (Weight of the attachment + Weight of the load)
Where:
• Maximum weight capacity of the forklift is the maximum weight the forklift is rated to lift.
• Weight of the forklift is the weight of the forklift without any attachments or load.
• Weight of the attachment is the weight of the attachment that will be used on the forklift.
• Weight of the load is the weight of the load that will be carried by the forklift with the attachment.
It's very important to also consider the center of gravity of the attachment and the load, that should be within the forklift's stability triangle to avoid accidents.
NB: Be sure to carry out your own research on this subject if in doubt or seek a paid professional should you need more advice.
