1.8-Ton compact three-wheeled forklift, small-space factory turning using actual measurement

In operation scenarios such as small workshops and narrow warehouses, the turning flexibility of forklifts often directly affects operation efficiency and space utilization. Conventional forklifts are prone to steering obstruction and high channel occupancy due to their large size, so compact three-wheeled forklifts have gradually become the focus of attention in such scenarios. This paper conducts small-space plant turning measurements for 1.8-ton compact three-wheeled forklifts, and analyzes their actual operation performance.

A typical small-space factory building was selected for this test. It was equipped with multiple narrow passages 1.2 meters wide, right-angle turning areas, and operation points with less than 2 meters of remaining space after stacking goods to simulate common restricted scenarios in daily material handling. Before the test, the steering system and braking system of the forklift were routinely checked to ensure that the equipment was in normal operation.

First, the minimum turning radius test is carried out, the baseline is marked in the open area, and the forklift is operated to complete the 360 turn, and the minimum turning radius is measured to be about 1.5 meters. Then enter the narrow channel test, when the channel width is only 1.8 meters, the forklift can smoothly complete the two-way traffic. At right-angle turns, the steering can be completed at one time without repeatedly adjusting the body. Compared with four-wheel forklifts of the same tonnage, the number of operation adjustments is reduced by about 20%.

In the actual measurement, it was found that the steering system of this three-wheeled forklift is more responsive, and the operator can precisely control the body track when controlling the steering angle, even if it is close to the shelf or wall, it can effectively avoid scratching. In addition, its compact body design reduces the space occupation, and it can smoothly bypass obstacles when shuttling through the densely stacked cargo area, which improves the fluidity of material handling. After completing 10 consecutive narrow channel turning operations, the operation stability of the forklift remains good, and there are no steering cards, body deviations, etc.

Through this measurement, it can be seen that the 1.8-ton compact three-wheeled forklift has good flexibility and passability in the turning operation of small space workshops, and can adapt to the operation requirements of narrow passages, right-angle turns and other restricted scenarios. It has a positive effect on improving the efficiency of small space operations and optimizing space utilization. It is suitable for use in small manufacturing plants, small storage centers and other scenarios.