Lift trucks as well as other lift trucks can have particular labels used in some hazardous locations. The mark denotes that this particular model of lift truck meets the minimum standards of ANSI/UL 553 utilized for electric lift trucks or ANSI/UL 558 for internal combustion engine lift trucks.
Applications for marked lift trucks may be found in National Fire Protection Association NFPA 505 - Powered Industrial forklifts including: Areas or Use, Maintenance and Operation, and Type Designations. Ask your local insurance carrier and Fire Marshall for additional information regarding the permitted uses of industrial powered lift trucks in your application.
If the specific forklift meets the outlined criteria, labels may be placed. A labeled lift truck will show the type of designation put on the nameplate and will have a correctly corresponding label attached.
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Forklift Parts
Alternators
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Brakes
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Carriage Rollers
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Carriages and Carriage Parts
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Control Valves
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Controllers
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Differentials
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Drive Axles
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