Forklift is an indispensable tool in modern industrial material handling. The performance of forklift wheel directly affects the working efficiency and service life of forklift. Vulcanized polyurethane (PU) forklift wheel, as a kind of high performance wheel, has been widely used in forklift industry because of its excellent characteristics.

The Importance of Vulcanization Process

Vulcanization is a key step in the production process of polyurethane forklift wheels, which involves placing the polyurethane material in an environment of 75-82 ° C for chemical reaction, and the vulcanization time may take 10-15 hours. After vulcanization, it is also necessary to carry out hardness level performance test, and the shore hardness of the general forklift wheel is about 83. The vulcanized polyurethane wheel has good elasticity, tear resistance and excellent wear resistance, which makes the vulcanized forklift wheel suitable for a variety of working environments, including wet, oil and the ground containing metal debris.

* (By precisely controlling the vulcanization conditions, Philson manufacturers can customize the performance of the wheels according to the specific application needs of the forklift truck.)

Polyurethane Materials Property

Polyurethane is a high performance polymer material that combines the characteristics of plastic and rubber, with a wide hardness range and excellent mechanical properties. In the application of forklift wheels, the advantages of polyurethane materials are mainly reflected in the following aspects:

 •  High wear resistance: Polyurethane forklift wheel can maintain stable operation even under the movement of high loads for a long time, and is not easy to wear and deform.

 •  Superb shock absorption ：Polyurethane material can effectively absorb ground vibration, reduce operator fatigue and damage to the forklift structure.

 •  Chemical resistance: Polyurethane has good resistance to oil, hydrolysate, ozone and aging, and is suitable for use in chemical storage or manufacturing areas.

Forklifts Wheel Applications 

The application of polyurethane forklift wheel in forklift is mainly concentrated in the following aspects

 •  Driving wheel：As the driving wheel of the forklift, the polyurethane wheel provides good traction and wear resistance, ensuring the stable operation of the forklift.

 •  Load wheel：Used to support static and dynamic loads of forklifts, the high load capacity and impact resistance of polyurethane wheels reduce the risk of cargo damage.

 •  Balance wheel：Providing additional stability at the rear of the forklift, especially when working on uneven surfaces.

These characteristics of polyurethane forklift wheels make them an ideal choice for electric forklifts, warehousing and logistics vehicles, automated vehicles, etc. Not only do they improve the performance of forklifts, they also reduce long-term operating costs, as these wheels have lower maintenance requirements and a long service life.

Conclusion

Vulcanized polyurethane forklift wheel is one of the key factors to improve forklift performance. Through the vulcanization process, the potential of polyurethane materials is fully realized, providing durable, efficient and adaptable wheels for forklifts.