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Rotator
• Flexible Direction Adjustment: Rotates goods without moving the forklift, ideal for tight spaces or precise placement (e.g., aligning with shelves, adjusting equipment interfaces).
• Precise Control: Supports continuous rotation or fixed-angle adjustments (e.g., 15° increments), with some models offering accuracy within ±1° for delicate tasks (e.g., part assembly).
• Wide Compatibility: Fits various attachments (e.g., forks, clamps) for diverse tasks like lifting, clamping, or pushing.
• Stable & Reliable: Handles heavy loads (typically 1–10 tons) with minimal vibration during rotation; safety locks prevent accidental shifts.
• Safety Features: Overload protection avoids damage from jams; locking mechanisms ensure the platform stays fixed even if power is lost.
Forklift Attachment Rotator Introduction
The forklift attachment rotator is a device installed on forklift forks or attachments (such as clamps, pushers, etc.), enabling 360° rotation (some models support 90°/180°) of goods or attachments. It adjusts the cargo orientation via hydraulic or electric drive without moving the forklift, making it ideal for logistics, manufacturing, and construction sites where directional adjustments are needed.
Structural Components
It mainly consists of:
• Rotating Platform: The circular/annular part that carries goods or attachments, made of high-strength steel with a wear-resistant surface. It has mounting interfaces (e.g., bolt holes, slots) to secure forks or attachments.
• Drive System: Most use hydraulic drive (powered by the forklift’s hydraulic system), including a hydraulic motor and gear reducer; lighter-duty models may use electric drive (motor + reducer).
• Support & Positioning Devices: A central shaft, bearings, and seals ensure smooth rotation, while some models include positioning pins or locking mechanisms to fix the platform in place after rotation.
• Connection Frame: Mounts the rotator to the forklift’s fork carriage or attachment base, transmitting lifting/tilting actions while isolating rotation effects.
• Control Unit: Located on the forklift’s control handle or a separate panel, allowing the operator to control rotation direction and angle via buttons.
Working Principle
During operation:
1. Setup: The forklift lifts the goods (or installs the attachment to be rotated) to the target height.
2. Rotation: The operator activates the drive system through the control unit. Hydraulic oil (or electric power) drives the rotating platform, turning the goods/attachment until the desired orientation is achieved (e.g., labels facing up, connectors aligned).
3. Locking: Once the target angle is reached, the drive stops, and the positioning device secures the platform to prevent shifting during subsequent handling or installation.
Typical Application Scenarios
• Logistics & Warehousing: Aligns palletized goods with shelves or rotates long items (e.g., pipes, boards) for narrow aisles.
• Manufacturing: Adjusts component orientations on assembly lines or repositions molds/equipment for easier installation.
• Construction Sites: Orients prefabricated components (e.g., wall panels, steel structures) for precise installation or welding.
• Ports/Airports: Rotates equipment inside containers for efficient lifting or stacking.
The forklift attachment rotator simplifies directional adjustments, eliminating the need to reposition the forklift and improving efficiency and precision in complex tasks—making it a valuable tool in logistics and industrial handling.
