The main cause of corrosion and rust of forklifts

Forklifts are indispensable labor tools for most factories, and of course the tools are worn out. Corrosion is the culprit of forklift consumption. Now, what are the main reasons for corrosion and rust?

Corrosion of forklifts is not only related to the environment but also to its own structure.

Forklift trucks can be divided into internal combustion forklifts and electric forklifts. Most of the internal combustion forklifts are used in ports, docks and industrial and mining sites. The use environment is rather harsh, especially in the port and chemical industries. Due to the combined effects of subtropical, wet tropical, maritime climatic environment and industrial waste gas and dust, the forklift parts are corroded and damaged. Corrosion is more serious; battery forklifts are mostly used in indoor places such as warehouses, where environmental changes are small, and corrosion caused by environmental factors is relatively light.

The corrosive environment generated inside the forklift such as the high temperature generated by the engine and the combustion exhaust gas containing sulfur and chloride ions, the acid mist generated by the battery, the liquid leakage, the stress generated by vibration and impact during work, and the partial damage caused by friction and collision are also caused. The main cause of corrosion damage to forklift parts.

The main mechanism of metal corrosion is the conversion of raw metals into metal oxides, causing structural parts or components to rust, damage or even repair and scrap. The aging of non-metallic materials such as paint, rubber and fiberglass fiber is mainly caused by physical and chemical changes such as cracking, degradation and dissolution of the polymer structure after the environmental comprehensive action, resulting in a decrease in appearance and performance. It can be seen that the design structure, application materials, technology and protective measures of the forklift directly determine the corrosion resistance of the forklift.

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