FORKLIFT ATTACHMENTS
Forklift extensions & heavy-duty fork sleeves
Forklift extensions, also called fork extenders or fork sleeves, provide additional supporting length for long loads. STARKON designs and manufactures heavy-duty versions to suit your existing forks and application.
Fork extensions made for your forklift
Long cargo can require more support than the standard fork blade provides. STARKON designs, manufactures, repairs and modifies heavy-duty fork extensions for industrial applications. Sleeve length, internal section, retention and load distribution are considered together. The extension increases the supporting length; the permissible load still depends on the complete truck and attachment combination.
- Fork width, thickness, length and taper
- Required extension length and load distribution
- Cargo weight and centre of gravity
- Retention arrangement and operating environment
EQUIPMENT DETAILS
Know the configuration.
| Scope | New manufacture, repair and modification |
|---|---|
| Fit | Fork section and blade length to specification |
| Application | Industrial cargo handling |
Operating requirementsThe attachment and forklift must be assessed as one system. Confirm residual truck capacity, load centre, attachment weight and the operating limits for the selected configuration.
Need a different configuration? Share your cargo dimensions, load case and equipment interface with us.
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Questions before you specify.
Practical details for your equipment enquiry.
Do fork extensions increase forklift lifting capacity?
No. Fork extensions increase supporting length. The forklift residual capacity still depends on the attachment weight, load centre and permitted truck configuration.
Can heavy-duty fork sleeves be made to fit existing forks?
Yes. Supply the fork width, thickness, length and taper, the required extension length and the cargo load distribution. Retention and operating conditions are included in the specification.
What is the difference between fork extensions and a fork spreader?
Fork extensions add supporting length along the forks. A fork spreader frame increases the distance between the load-supporting points. The right attachment depends on the cargo geometry and the permitted truck configuration.
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