Forklift Electrical Parts - Forklifts along with other lift trucks could have specific labels utilized in certain hazardous locations. The mark indicates that this particular model of forklift meets the minimum standards of ANSI/UL 553 for electric forklifts or ANSI/UL 558 meant for internal combustion engine forklifts.
Applications for labeled forklifts can be found in National Fire Protection Association NFPA 505 - Powered Industrial lift trucks including: Type Designations, Areas of Use, and Maintenance and Operation. Consult your local insurance carrier and Fire Marshall for additional information on the permitted uses of industrial powered forklifts in your application.
If the forklift has been found to meet the outlined criteria, the following labels can be put. A labeled truck will have the type description located on the lift truck nameplate and will have one of the following labels attached.
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