A type of equipment in the material handling industry that can be utilized to lift and move loads from one place to another is referred to as a forklift. Every part of a forklift has a particular function. Various parts can be used to transport the load either vertically or horizontally.

Mast
The components utilized to lower and lift the load is known as the forklift mast. There are different kinds of masts for raising loads to different heights: duplex, triplex, quad and simplex.

Power Supply
Forklifts have four various ways of being powered: gas, electric, diesel and propane. The battery is located in the cab under the seat. The propane tank is situated on the rear of the truck. The fuel tank on gas and diesel forklifts is beneath the back of the truck.

Cab
Located within the center of the truck is the forklift cab. This is where the operator sits and accesses all the informational gauges and controls. The steering wheel, gas pedal, brake, lifting controls and tilting controls are all situated in the cab.

Frame
The frame of the truck carries all the biggest parts of the forklift, including the counterweights, that are situated at the rear in order to stop the truck from tipping when loaded. The frame consists of the overhead guard that protects the operator. The undercarriage holds the wheels, driveshaft and axles.