When you need to handle extra-long, irregularly shaped cargos that standard counterbalance forklifts cannot stably transport in daily warehouse, manufacturing plant or logistics distribution operations, a 4 arm forklift is a very ideal specialized material handling equipment. This buyer’s guide sorts out practical reference points for purchasers, to help you make suitable purchasing decisions that match your actual operation demands.
First of all, you need to clarify the applicable scenarios of 4 arm forklift before making the purchase. This type of forklift is designed with four independent support arms, which can disperse the weight of long cargos such as metal pipes, wood profiles, long furniture components and construction prefabricated parts effectively, avoiding the risk of cargo tipping or rollover during transportation. It is also suitable for narrow aisle scenarios where you need to store special size cargos on high-rise shelves, greatly improving the stability of stacking operation.
Next, the core selection dimensions that you need to pay attention to. The first dimension is rated load matching. You need to count the maximum weight of cargos you usually handle, and reserve about 10% load redundancy for long-term stable operation, avoid selecting the model whose rated load is exactly equal to the maximum weight of your daily cargos, which will cause extra wear of core components in long term high load working condition. The second dimension is arm span parameter matching. Measure the width of your operation aisle, the clear height between shelves, and the conventional length and width of your cargos in advance, to select the 4 arm forklift with appropriate arm span, making sure it can pass through your existing operation space smoothly without space conflict. The third dimension is power type selection. Electric 4 arm forklift features zero emission, low operation noise, and lower daily operating cost, which is more suitable for indoor enclosed operation environment. Its maintenance complexity is far lower than internal combustion models, delivering better comprehensive cost performance in long-term use.
For post-purchase use, you need to arrange systematic operation training for operators, check the fastening state of arm connection structure before each operation, and carry out regular routine maintenance of power system and hydraulic system according to official product specifications, to extend the service life of the equipment. As a professional new energy forklift service provider, Jianshu New Energy (尖树新能源) specializes in BYD electric forklifts, and can provide professional customized selection suggestions and complete after-sales maintenance service for customers who have demands for 4 arm electric forklifts.
