> The [forklift] tires often dont even need to be removed, as they have more treads that can be created by pulling out zip-tie like spacers in the worn tread
Wow, that's clever. But it does make me ask, tread is AFAUI for dealing with water on the ground, and I guess also when the vehicle's going at speed.
Forklifts AFAIK operate mainly indoors, and even then they never get up to any speed that I've ever seen, so why treads at all?
forklifts sometimes exit warehouses and load flatbed trucks, not to mention some manufacturing facilities may have areas with slick floors or areas where rain may reach (near the docks mainly) so tread is generally provided. speaking from experience, the tread can help with gravel patches too.
Wow, that's clever. But it does make me ask, tread is AFAUI for dealing with water on the ground, and I guess also when the vehicle's going at speed.
Forklifts AFAIK operate mainly indoors, and even then they never get up to any speed that I've ever seen, so why treads at all?