A fork lift truck seat which is easy to open

By introducing a gas spring and handle design into the forklift seat, the problem of complex opening of existing forklift seats is solved, realizing labor-saving, safe and convenient cover operation, and improving the ease of use and safety of the seat.

CN224325113UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-05GUANGDONG ONEN NEW-RESOURCE EQUIP CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
GUANGDONG ONEN NEW-RESOURCE EQUIP CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-20
Publication Date
2026-06-05

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The existing forklift seats have complicated opening methods, which makes inspection, maintenance and cleaning inconvenient, especially the snap-on and flip-top types, which are laborious and difficult to open.

Method used

Featuring a gas spring and handle design, the gas spring allows for easy and effortless opening of the forklift cover. The gas spring provides limiting support for the cover, while butyl rubber return pads prevent collisions. The design is ergonomic.

Benefits of technology

It enables easy opening and closing of the forklift cover, avoiding unnecessary effort, improving operational safety and convenience, and reducing the risk of metal collisions.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to a forklift chair technical field discloses a fork-lift truck seat convenient to open, including frame body, the frame body inner wall has the fixed cover of apron through bolt connection, the apron fixed cover top is connected with the forklift apron through the hinge, the forklift apron top fixedly connected with the seat, the frame body inside is provided with two air springs, the air spring right -hand member is fixedly connected with the forklift apron bottom, the air spring other end is fixedly connected with the frame body inner wall. In the utility model, through hand handle, utilize the force of air spring, it is convenient to open the forklift apron with less effort, and it is not necessary to spend great effort, when reaching the maximum distance, air spring completely stretches out and supports the forklift apron, and is limited through air spring, thereby protecting safety when maintaining or other operation, when the cover returns the forklift apron, hand handle, the other hand opens air spring limit, and the forklift apron is recovered with light pressure.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of forklift seat technology, and in particular to a forklift seat that is easy to open. Background Technology

[0002] Forklift seats are a crucial part of forklift operation, directly affecting operator comfort and work efficiency. High-quality forklift seats typically feature ergonomic design, with the seat cushion and backrest using vacuum-molded foam technology to provide excellent support. Their height, angle, and fore-aft position are usually adjustable, and some seats also have adjustable armrest angles to accommodate operators of different sizes. Safety is also a key design consideration for forklift seats, which are generally equipped with seat belts. Some high-end seats also include headrests, hindquarter protectors, and operator-only safety switches. Furthermore, many forklift seats have an opening function. This design facilitates the inspection, maintenance, or cleaning of components under the seat. Typically, the seat cover can be push-button, snap-on, or flip-top. Push-button seats pop open by pressing the button; snap-on seats require locating and releasing the edge clips before pushing or pulling the cover; flip-top seats require locating the flip-top anchor point and following the instructions to lift the cover. The unfolded seat allows staff to easily access the internal structure, facilitating the necessary operations.

[0003] Existing forklift seats do indeed present inconveniences in practical use. Many seat opening methods are quite complex; for example, the latches on snap-on seats are often hidden and difficult to find and operate; the locking points on flip-up seats are hard to grasp, requiring considerable effort to open. Button-type seats can sometimes be affected by unresponsive buttons. This not only delays the inspection, maintenance, and cleaning of the components under the seat but also causes considerable inconvenience to workers. Therefore, this application proposes a forklift seat that is easy to open to address this technical problem. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by proposing a forklift seat that is easy to open. By using a handle and the force of a gas spring, the forklift cover can be opened easily and effortlessly without requiring much strength. When the cover is at its maximum distance, the gas spring extends fully to support it, and the gas spring limit ensures safety during maintenance or other operations.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution:

[0006] A forklift seat that is easy to open includes a frame body. A cover plate is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the frame body by bolts. A forklift cover plate is connected to the top of the cover plate by hinges. A seat is fixedly connected to the top of the forklift cover plate. Two gas springs are installed inside the frame body. The right end of the gas spring is fixedly connected to the bottom of the forklift cover plate, and the other end of the gas spring is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the frame body.

[0007] Furthermore, multiple cover plate return pads are fixedly connected to the front top of the vehicle frame.

[0008] Furthermore, the cover plate return gasket is made from butyl rubber.

[0009] Furthermore, two semi-circular grooves are provided on the top of the vehicle frame.

[0010] Furthermore, a handle is fixedly connected to the top of the forklift cover.

[0011] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0012] 1. In this utility model, the forklift cover can be opened easily and effortlessly by using the force of the gas spring through the handle, without requiring much effort; when the maximum distance is reached, the gas spring fully extends to support the forklift cover, and the gas spring limit is used to protect safety during maintenance or other operations.

[0013] 2. In this utility model, when the forklift cover is closed, one hand holds the handle, and the other hand opens the gas spring limit switch. The forklift cover is then gently pressed back to its original position. Due to the action of the gas spring, the weight of the forklift cover is buffered to a certain extent, preventing it from suddenly falling and causing safety issues. The handle can be pressed back to its original position freely. It is convenient to open and close, and the operation is natural. The cover return pad, made of butyl rubber, has a bulletproof function to prevent metal collisions. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 A perspective view of a forklift seat that is easy to open according to this utility model;

[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the unfolding of a forklift seat that is easy to open, as proposed in this utility model.

[0016] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of a forklift seat that is easy to open, as proposed in this utility model.

[0017] Legend:

[0018] 1. Seat; 2. Forklift cover; 3. Gas spring; 4. Cover fixing cover; 5. Cover return rubber pad; 6. Frame; 7. Handle. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0020] Reference Figures 1-3This utility model provides an embodiment of a forklift seat that is easy to open, including a frame body 6. A cover plate fixing cover 4 is bolted to the inner wall of the frame body 6. A forklift cover plate 2 is hinged to the top of the cover plate fixing cover 4. A seat 1 is fixedly connected to the top of the forklift cover plate 2. The seat 1 is made of PVC leather, which is wear-resistant, easy to clean, has a smooth surface, is easy to clean stains, and has a certain degree of water resistance, making it suitable for forklift working environments. It also has good wear resistance and oxidation resistance, allowing for long-term use without significant wear and aging. Its filling is made of high-resilience polyurethane foam, which has high elasticity and good support, and can automatically adjust its shape according to the body weight and sitting posture, effectively relieving body pressure and reducing fatigue. Vacuum-formed foam sponge is made into a specific shape using a vacuum forming process to match the seat's design and provide a better fit. Seat 1 is adjustable fore and aft, allowing for height adjustment based on individual needs. The frame 6 contains two gas springs 3, whose working principle is primarily based on the compressibility of gases and Pascal's law. Internally, they consist mainly of a cylinder, piston, piston rod, seals, and filler, with the cylinder filled with high-pressure nitrogen or other inert gases. When the gas spring 3 is not subjected to external force or the external force is small, the gas pressure pushes the piston to extend the piston rod, and the gas spring 3 is in the extended state. When an external force is applied to the piston rod, the piston rod moves into the cylinder, the volume of the rodless chamber decreases, the gas is compressed, and the pressure increases. The gas spring 3 resists the external force through the change in internal gas pressure, realizing functions such as buffering and support. After the external force is removed, it will return to the extended state. The right end of the gas spring 3 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the forklift cover plate 2. The force of the gas spring 3 is used to open the forklift cover plate 2 easily and effortlessly. When it reaches the maximum distance, the gas spring 3 is fully extended to support the forklift cover plate 2. The gas spring 3 limits the movement and protects safety during maintenance or other operations. The other end of the gas spring 3 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the frame body 6. Multiple cover plate return rubber pads 5 are fixedly connected to the front top of the frame body 6. They have bulletproof function and prevent metal collisions. The cover plate return rubber pads 5 are made of butyl rubber, which has good airtightness and excellent characteristics in absorbing vibration and impact energy. They can absorb impact energy to a certain extent and reduce collisions between metal parts. By adding suitable fillers and reinforcing fibers, its strength and ballistic performance can be further improved. The softness and elasticity of butyl rubber enable it to effectively prevent direct contact and collision between metal parts, playing a role in buffering and isolation. Two semi-circular grooves are provided on the top of the frame body 6 to prevent the forklift cover 2 from colliding with the frame body 6 and pinching hands when it falls. A handle 7 is fixedly connected to the top of the forklift cover 2. Pulling the forklift cover 2 through the handle 7 is more effortless and convenient than directly grabbing the forklift cover 2. The handle 7 is ergonomically designed, allowing the operator to apply force more easily. At the same time, it can evenly distribute the pulling force on the cover, avoiding excessive local force and making the pulling process smoother and more efficient.

[0021] Working principle: When opening the cover, hold handle 7 and pull the forklift cover 2 to rotate. Utilize the force of the gas spring 3 to easily and effortlessly open the forklift cover 2. When it reaches its maximum distance, the gas spring 3 fully extends to support the forklift cover 2. The gas spring 3 limits the opening, ensuring safety during maintenance or other operations. When closing the forklift cover 2, hold handle 7 and use the other hand to open the gas spring 3 limit. Gently press the forklift cover 2 to return it to its original position. Due to the action of the gas spring 3, the weight of the forklift cover 2 is buffered to a certain extent, preventing sudden falls and safety issues. Pressing handle 7 allows it to return to its original position freely. It is convenient to open and close, and the operation is natural.

[0022] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A forklift seat that is easy to open, characterized in that, The vehicle includes a frame body (6), and a cover plate fixing cover (4) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the frame body (6) by bolts. A forklift cover plate (2) is connected to the top of the cover plate fixing cover (4) by a hinge. A seat (1) is fixedly connected to the top of the forklift cover plate (2). Two gas springs (3) are installed inside the frame body (6). The right end of the gas spring (3) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the forklift cover plate (2), and the other end of the gas spring (3) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the frame body (6).

2. The forklift seat that is easy to open according to claim 1, characterized in that: Multiple cover plate return pads (5) are fixedly connected to the front top of the vehicle frame (6).

3. The forklift seat that is easy to open according to claim 2, characterized in that: The cover plate return pad (5) is made of butyl rubber.

4. The forklift seat that is easy to open according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the frame body (6) has two semi-circular grooves.

5. A forklift seat that is easy to open according to claim 1, characterized in that: A handle (7) is fixedly connected to the top of the forklift cover plate (2).