A Guide To Forklift Clamp Attachments

23 Sep.,2024

 

A Guide To Forklift Clamp Attachments

Forklift attachments are crucial material handling components that maximize your existing fleet and prevent damage to property and goods. Use this comprehensive guide to help you find the best attachment for your needs. 

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Benefits of Forklift Clamps

The correct attachments result in properly planned operations and enable safer handling. They also boost productivity and increase product protection. Appropriate attachment use should be part of the essential forklift operator&#;s checklist to prioritize peak efficiency and safety.

Forklift clamps keep products in optimal condition, especially when dealing with non-palletized goods. Skilled operators can use clamp attachments to handle items gently and quickly. 

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, attachments can change the forklift&#;s center of gravity, so you should always select a suitable one. Here are five leading advantages of using forklift clamps.

1. Improved Safety

Forklift attachments give you additional control when handling materials, improving worker safety and protecting your forklift and nearby equipment from potential damage. 

2. Better Performance

Attachments let you adjust loads between tasks without swapping machinery, saving you time and helping you work more efficiently. They also extend your forklift&#;s functionality without investing in more expensive machines. You can handle various loads by fitting different attachments. 

3. Reduced Costs

Companies must invest additional time and money to hire skilled workers. Investing in the correct forklift clamp attachments will save labor costs. Since clamps allow for increased forklift efficiency, they reduce machinery wear and tear and energy expenditures. 

4. Lower Injury Risk 

Attachments let you transport heavier and oddly shaped items without requiring multiple people to maneuver the goods, reducing workers&#; injury risk. Their enhanced grip and improved stability offer workers ergonomic benefits by reducing the physical load. 

5. Increased Compatibility 

Forklift clamps are compatible with an extensive range of models. The installation process is straightforward. You can upgrade to attachments with minimal downtime. 

Types of Forklift Clamps and Their Common Uses

Several forklift clamps and attachments are compatible with different machinery and materials. Here are the most popular clamps that make your forklift work smarter, not harder. 

Carton Clamps

Carton clamps are ideal for moving large rectangular or square objects that aren&#;t on a pallet. Their secure grip fastens the load onto the forklift, creating a counterbalance effect that ensures smooth transportation. 

The electronics, beverage and appliance industries typically use these attachments. They evenly distribute the clamping force, keeping items stable and preventing excessive movement. Some examples of products that carton clamps work well with are: 

  • Chemical items 
  • Fresh produce 
  • Secured items in boxes 

Paper Roll Clamps

Paper roll clamps are specifically for newspaper printing and paper manufacturing. They use automatic pressure controls to apply the perfect amount of force to grip objects without crushing them. These clamps feature 360-degree rotation for convenient handling and storage. 

Bale Clamps

You might not find bale clamps in a warehouse, but this attachment is a must-have for industries that primarily work with baled goods. The flanges grab bales with a gentle but firm grip. They handle any material that doesn&#;t require pallets and work well for high-volume applications, such as: 

  • Wool
  • Textile rags 
  • Tobacco
  • Hay 
  • Foam-rubber blocks
  • Recycled plastic products 
  • Pulp
  • Cotton 
  • Flax
  • Textile fibers 
  • Scrap steel

Concrete Block Clamps

Concrete block clamps are hardscaping attachments that enable you to transport large slabs or blocks of concrete or bricks. Their soft cushioning features offer protection, while a firm grip allows them to move blocks or slabs securely without chipping or breakage. 

Appliance Clamps With Forks

Also known as shopping clamps, appliance clamps with forks allow you to get a firm grip on awkwardly shaped loads. You can also position the tines. These attachments are perfect for pallets that you fill as you move. 

Other Types of Forklift Attachments 

Pairing attachments with clamps simplifies some movements and processes. Here are some examples of attachments used in various industries.

Side Shifter

Side shifters are convenient forklift attachments that let you move a load laterally. You can adjust while aligning the truck without reconfiguring the entire forklift. 

Side-Shifting Fork Positioner

A side-shifting fork positioner is an excellent attachment for packing bins or loading trucks. It allows you to shift laterally when making minor adjustments, and the fork is perfect for oddly shaped loads. 

Push/Pull

Push/pull attachments are widespread in the beverage and bagged goods industries. They provide a cost-effective method for handling pallets, using slip sheets that easily disconnect and reconnect. Slip sheets also have the incredible benefit of reducing packaging weight. 

Layer Picker

Layer pickers allow you to move multiple layers of similar packages together. This attachment is particularly advantageous in the beverage and distribution industries because the goods are typically easily stackable. 

Rotators

Rotators attach to forks, enabling 360-degree movement. They&#;re excellent for dumping and inverting loads and allow efficient movement of challenging loads. The food and beverage, recycling and agriculture industries typically use these forklift attachments. 

How to Decide What Kind of Clamp You Need

How will you know which clamp attachments to choose for your forklift? Ask yourself these questions to determine the appropriate forklift handling parts: 

  • What load type do you plan on handling? 
  • What weight capacity will you work with? 
  • What materials do you handle?
  • What application requirements do you need to maneuver through your environment more efficiently?
  • What safety standards and regulations must you abide by?

Contact Fitzgerald Equipment Company for Expert Advice on Forklift Clamps

Find the ideal forklift clamp by working with a friendly pro at Fitzgerald Equipment Company. Since , we&#;ve helped our customers find the best tools and equipment. We can assess your material handling operations and help you find the attachment that suits your typical loads and your forklift. We also offer forklift maintenance and repair services at cost-effective prices. 

Fitzgerald Equipment Company is a small business that views every customer as a member of our family. We&#;re passionate about getting to know you and helping you find the best deal for your equipment needs. Feel free to browse our online catalog or contact us and let us prove what we can do to improve your operations. 

Popular Forklift Attachments: #5 Carton Clamps

Want to lift a refrigerator with two fingers? A carton clamp forklift attachment allows you to do just that!

Carton clamps gently but firmly grasp:

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  • Appliances and white goods
  • Stacks of TVs or other consumer electronics
  • Cases of food, wine or other beverages
  • Just about any unitized product

With a carton clamp you can handle goods regardless of pick place or location, prevent dents in white goods and minimize product damage.  

If it&#;s been a while since you looked into buying a carton clamp forklift attachment, there&#;s a video you absolutely need to see.

Carton Clamp Forklift Attachments

Today&#;s carton clamp attachments are so advanced, even an inexperienced forklift operator can use one. Check out the video below&#;

 

Cascade also makes carton clamp forklift attachments that are easy to use. Sensors measure the load and automatically apply the correct amount of force &#; taking the guesswork out of how much pressure to use.

 

Different Types of Forklift Carton Clamps

Carton clamp attachments are so popular, there are several different types. Below is a list of the most commonly used forklift clamps. If you don&#;t see one below that seems like a good fit, let us know. 

PLEASE NOTE: we have separate articles about bale clamp forklift attachments and drum clamp forklift attachments.

Standard Carton Clamp

Capacity: - lbs.
Efficiently move consumer electronics, white goods, unitized loads of packaged food (canned or boxed) and beverages (including wine). Can also be used to handle soft items such as paper products and plastics. 

Single Double/Doublewide Carton Clamp

Capacity: lbs.
Single-double (aka doublewide) attachments clamp and carry twice as much. They&#;re just like a regular single double attachment, but with an additional clamp blade instead of extra forks.

They&#;re ideal for distribution centers, manufacturing facilities, warehouses &#; any operation seeking to operate more efficiently and gain a competitive edge. Watch this video to see a doublewide forklift carton clamp in action.

Tipping Clamp

Capacity: - lbs.
Tipping clamps are specifically designed for magnum and T-loaded applications. The clamp is designed to grab a large appliance at the top, then gently tip it into a horizontal position (see video below).  

 

Razorback Clamp

Capacity: - lbs.
Thin, non-articulating arms are perfect for sliding between tightly-stacked loads in trailers and containers. 

4 Things to Know Before BUYING A Carton Clamp

Do you want a removable attachment?
Before you buy a forklift clamp attachment, decide whether you want a permanent attachment or one designed to be easily disconnected. Removing an attachment without quick disconnects on the hydraulics can be very time-consuming.

Do you need an attachment that can handle pallets?
Most (but not all) carton clamp forklift attachments can pick up both palletized and non-palletized loads. 

Capacity and Stability
Adding a forklift clamp will de-rate your forklift&#;s capacity, and if you use a clamp that tips, the load can affect the forklift&#;s stability. To get an idea of how much an attachment will impact the capacity of your forklift, contact one of our forklift attachment experts or try this capacity calculator. 

Updated Data Plate
Adding an attachment is considered modifying your forklift, and OSHA requires you to get a new data plate (also known as a name plate).

Buying a forklift attachment from a reputable dealer saves time and money. A dealer can confirm your new attachment can be safely used with your existing equipment and save you the headache of obtaining a new data plate.

Carton Clamp Forklift Attachments for Sale in the Mid-South

Ready to move more product in less time and minimize damage? If so, we&#;d love to help you find the best carton clamp attachment for your operation. The Lilly Company is an authorized dealer for Cascade, Rightline, and Long Reach forklift attachments, serving customers throughout Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee and eastern Arkansas.

Contact a forklift attachment expert at The Lilly Company online or by 844-LILLYCO (1-844-545-) with any questions you have, or visit us at one of our 13 locations across the Mid-South.

Arkansas - Jonesboro
Alabama - Birmingham, Dothan, Irondale, Madison, Mobile, and Montgomery
Mississippi - Tupelo and Richland
Tennessee - Jackson, Kingsport, Knoxville, and Memphis

Further Reading:
Most Popular Forklift Attachments: #2: Drum Clamps and Barrel Grabbers
Most Popular Forklift Attachments: #4: Bale Clamps
Most Popular Forklift Attachments: #6 The Single Double

For more information, please visit standard bale clamp solutions.