Forklift Electrical Parts - Forklifts can be particularly marked to be used in hazardous places. A marked forklift denotes the design has met the least requirements of ANSI/UL 558 used for engine powered lift trucks or ANSI/UL 583 for electric lift trucks for the type of label placed.
The use for labels intended for lift forklifts 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 provider and Fire Marshall for further information on the permitted uses of industrial powered forklifts in your application.
If the forklift has been proven to meet the outlined criteria, the following labels may be placed. A marked truck will have the model description put on the lift truck nameplate and would have one of the following labels placed.
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