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\"Class

Class II Carriage Mounted Coil\/Carpet Ram.<\/p><\/div>\n

There are a plethora of accessory attachments that can be used to expand the capability of a forklift. One of the most important are carpet poles<\/a> and coil-lifitng rams. The coil-lifting rams give a common lift truck the ability to lift rugs or other materials that come in bundles with a hollow core.<\/p>\n

What follows are some frequently asked questions concerning coil-lifting rams. It is hoped that the answers will enlighten you as to the practicality of this accessory.<\/p>\n

Q: What are coil-lifting rams?<\/strong>
\nA:<\/strong> The coil-lifting ram, also known as a carpet pole, gives a common forklift the ability to lift and transport carpet rolls or large, heavy coils including heavy rolled steel. It features a single extremely strong cylinder that attaches to the front of the lift.<\/p>\n

Q: Does coil-lifting rams come in different sizes?<\/strong>
\nA:<\/strong> The ram or pole comes in an assortment of dimensions and lengths and will assist the forklift to lift as much as a 5,500-pound coil.<\/p>\n

\"Coil<\/a>

Fork mount coil lifting ram.<\/p><\/div>\n

Q: Are there different styles?<\/strong>
\nA:<\/strong> Yes. There are two styles \u2013- a carriage mount and a fork mount.<\/p>\n

Q: What is included with the ram?<\/strong>
\nA:<\/strong> The rams can be rotated and feature a 2-3\/4-inch diameter high strength replaceable pole with tapered tip to help transport heavy carpet rolls.<\/p>\n

Q: What is the ram made of?<\/strong>
\nA:<\/strong> The units are made of steel and painted blue.<\/p>\n

Q: What lengths are available?<\/strong>
\nA:<\/strong> Both the fork mounted and carriage rams come in lengths of 108-inches, 120-inches, and 144-inches.<\/p>\n

Q: What capacities are available?<\/strong>
\nA:<\/strong> Both styles include rams that can lift 1,800-pounds, 2,200-pounds, and 2,500-pounds.<\/p>\n

\"Coil<\/a>

Fork mount Coil lifting ram.<\/p><\/div>\n

Q: How much do the rams weigh?<\/strong>
\nA:<\/strong> Fork mounted rams are 389-pounds, 424-pounds, 470-pounds, 488-pounds, and 528-pounds. Carriage rams are 287-pounds, 296-pounds, 310-pounds, 316-pounds, 342-pounds, and 478-pounds.<\/p>\n

Q: How do they attach to the forklift?<\/strong>
\nA:<\/strong> The fork mount includes 7-1\/2-inch wide x 2-1\/2-inch high fork pockets on 24-inch centers. A safety chain come with the product so that it can be secured to the forklift. The carriage-mount ram features a class II or III mount and a spring loaded locking pin to secure the pole firmly to the carriage.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

There are a plethora of accessory attachments that can be used to expand the capability of a forklift. One of the most important are carpet poles and coil-lifitng rams. The coil-lifting rams give a common lift truck the ability to lift rugs or other materials that come in bundles with a hollow core. 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