Pallet truck wheels and rollers are essential components for these types of operating vehicles. That is why it is extremely important to know when it is the best time to replace them in order to work efficiently and minimise the efforts required from the personnel involved.
After performing a careful examination of both under-fork rollers and steering wheels, check also the surfaces on which they will move, and replace them with new and meticulously chosen models.
Replacement of pallet truck wheels and rollers
This operation is not too complicated, but it must be carried out with due care.
How to proceed First of all, the pallet truck has to be turned over, positioned in such a way as to ensure its stability.
Then the tensioning pins of the rollers and the relevant axle have to be removed using a hammer and a screwdriver.
At this point, take the new rollers and insert them by refitting the suitable axle.
The final operation, carried out with the required expertise, consists in reinserting the closing pins.
What type of pallet truck rollers should be chosen to replace the won-out ones?
The models of pallet truck rollers can be made of materials specific for the environment of use.
Recommended materials are polyurethane, thermoplastic polyurethane or nylon.
Replacement of pallet truck steering wheels
The pallet truck has to be turned over and placed on a stable work surface also when replacing the steering wheels.
The first step consists in removing the external wheel protection.
To remove the wheel, it is necessary to remove the retaining ring that locks the wheels onto the relevant axle, using pliers. The new wheels have to be positioned and then locked with a new retaining ring.
What type of wheels should be chosen for the pallet truck steering to replace those no longer suitable for use?
In this case too, selection criteria depend on type of surface, temperature and presence of humidity or chemical agents.
Depending on the specific use, elastic rubber, nylon and polyurethane are among the most efficient materials.
For more information on the complete range of pallet truck wheels and rollers, please read the specific article with indications on the contexts of use for each model.