Forklift Electrical Part - Lift trucks as well as other forklifts can have particular labels used in certain hazardous locations. The label denotes that this certain model of forklift meets the minimum standards of ANSI/UL 553 used for electric forklifts or ANSI/UL 558 utilized for internal combustion engine lift trucks.
The use for labels utilized for lift trucks could be found in National Fire Protection Association NFPA 505 - Powered Industrial trucks including: Maintenance and Operation, Type Designations, and Areas of Use. Check with your local insurance provider and Fire Marshall for further info about the permitted uses of industrial powered forklifts in your application.
If the specific lift truck satisfies the outlined criteria, labels may be put. A labeled lift truck will show the type of designation placed on the nameplate and will have a properly corresponding label attached.
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