Press a forklift tire

How to press a forklift tire using an industrial press

By Bill Lewington

Bill Lewington
Press a forklift tire
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Press a forklift tire

Pressing solid tires is not difficult as long as you have the right tools and the experience to safely press solid tires. Of course, incorrect procedures can lead to serious injury of the operator, the industrial press, the new tire or the expensive forklift wheel. 200 tons of pressure is very unforgiving.