An inverted fork with increased lift height

CN224869800UActive Publication Date: 2026-10-20LAIWU TAIJINSI FORGING CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202522338904.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-11-04
Publication Date
2026-10-20
Estimated Expiration
2035-11-04

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

当货物放置托盘的初始位置较高时,由于货叉的提升机构存在极限高度,普通货叉可能无法达到货物托盘所处的高度,从而无法顺利插入托盘的叉孔,存在局限性,另外普通货叉在插取较高位置的货物放置托盘时,由于货物重心较高,且货叉本身的结构在这种工况下难以提供足够的稳定性支撑

Benefits of technology

相比于现有技术,本申请可利用倒置货叉进行较高位置货物堆放托盘的叉运,这样可以在叉车极限起升高度的基础上进一步提高货叉的起升高度,局限性降低,同时倒置货叉可以对重心较高的托盘进行更为稳定性的支撑叉运,综上,对于货物托盘的叉运效果更佳;

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Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of inverted fork of increasing lifting height, it is related to fork field, including first fork part and second fork part;The application can utilize inverted fork to carry higher position goods stack pallet, so lifting height of fork can be further improved on the basis of forklift limit lifting height, and the limitation is reduced, and inverted fork can carry more stable support fork for the pallet with higher gravity center, and above all, the fork carrying effect of goods pallet is better.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of forks, and more specifically, to an inverted fork that increases lifting height. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of forklift operations, the forks are key components that directly carry goods, and their structural design has a crucial impact on the forklift's operating efficiency, stability, and cargo safety.

[0003] Standard forks typically employ a forward-facing design, with the fork tines extending from the front of the forklift. When goods are initially placed on a pallet at a high position, the lifting mechanism of the forks has a limited height, preventing the standard forks from reaching the pallet and thus hindering their insertion into the pallet's fork holes. This presents a limitation. Furthermore, when picking up goods placed on pallets at higher positions, the high center of gravity of the goods and the fork's inherent structure make it difficult for the standard forks to provide sufficient stability under such conditions. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to solve the problems mentioned in the background art, and to propose an inverted fork that increases the lifting height.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is: An inverted fork for increasing lifting height includes a first fork section and a second fork section. The limiting lug is welded to the first fork section, and one end of the first fork section forms a first arc section with a main body shape of an isosceles trapezoid. The mounting hole is opened on the second fork portion, and one end of the second fork portion is formed with a second arc portion whose main body shape is an isosceles trapezoid and matches the first arc portion. A bend at an angle of 48-52° to the horizontal plane is formed on the second fork section.

[0006] Furthermore, the first fork section and the second fork section are precisely welded together by a limiting component.

[0007] Furthermore, the limiting assembly includes an ear plate, an insert roller, and a limiting plate. The first fork section and the second fork section are respectively welded with ear plates that are directly opposite each other. The ear plates have ear holes of the same size that are directly opposite each other. Insert rollers are interference-fitted into the ear holes, and a limit plate is welded to one end of the insert rollers.

[0008] Furthermore, the bent portion is provided with several reinforcing ribs.

[0009] Furthermore, a rubber layer is provided on the bearing surface of the second fork.

[0010] Furthermore, both the first and second fork sections are made of high-strength wear-resistant steel.

[0011] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are: Compared to existing technologies, this application can utilize inverted forks for transporting pallets with goods stacked at higher positions. This allows for a further increase in the lifting height of the forks beyond the forklift's maximum lifting height, reducing limitations. At the same time, the inverted forks can provide more stable support for pallets with a higher center of gravity during transport. In summary, this method is more effective for transporting goods pallets. In addition, the independent production of the two fork sections makes it easier to carry out the bending process. After processing, the two parts are accurately connected by the limiting components, and then welded together to carry out subsequent processing operations. Attached Figure Description

[0012] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the limit component installation. Figure label: 1. First fork section; 11. Limiting lug; 12. First arc section; 2. Second fork section; 21. Mounting hole; 22. Second arc section; 23. Bending section; 3. Ear plate; 4. Insert roller; 5. Limiting plate; 6. Reinforcing rib; 7. Rubber layer. Detailed Implementation

[0013] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present utility model, and not all of them. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model. The present utility model will be further described with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments: like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, an inverted fork that increases lifting height includes a first fork section 1 and a second fork section 2 (specifically, both the first fork section 1 and the second fork section 2 are made of high-strength wear-resistant steel). The limiting lug 11 is welded to the first fork portion 1, and one end of the first fork portion 1 forms a first arc portion 12 with a main body shape of an isosceles trapezoid. Mounting hole 21 is provided on the second fork portion 2, and one end of the second fork portion 2 is formed with a second arc portion 22 whose main body shape is an isosceles trapezoid and which cooperates with the first arc portion 12. A bend 23 with an angle of 48-52° to the horizontal plane is formed on the second fork portion 2, preferably with an angle of 50 degrees.

[0014] To accurately align the two fork sections and reduce welding errors caused by positional misalignment during subsequent welding, further optimizations to the above-described embodiments are provided, such as... Figure 2 As shown, the first fork section 1 and the second fork section 2 are precisely welded together by a limiting component; Specifically, the limiting assembly includes ear plate 3, insertion roller 4, and limiting plate 5. Ear plates 3 are welded to the first fork section 1 and the second fork section 2 respectively. Ear holes of the same size and distributed in opposite directions are opened on the ear plates 3 (ear holes are not shown in the figure). Insert rollers 4 are interference-fitted in the ear holes. A limit plate 5 is welded to one end of the insert rollers 4.

[0015] To extend the service life of the inverted forks, further optimizations to the above embodiments are possible, such as... Figure 2 As shown, the bent portion 23 is provided with several reinforcing ribs 6.

[0016] To improve the anti-slip performance and friction of the inverted forks during pallet insertion, further optimizations to the above embodiments are made, such as... Figure 2 As shown, a rubber layer 7 is provided on the bearing surface of the second fork section 2.

[0017] The working process of this utility model: First, the blanks for the first fork section 1 and the second fork section 2 are manufactured and processed separately. Independent production facilitates the processing of the bending section 23. Preferably, the angle between the bending section 23 and the horizontal plane is 50°. After the bending section 23 is processed, the two fork sections are aligned using a limiting component. Once aligned, the top planes of the first arc section 12 and the second arc section 22 are perfectly aligned. Then, the remaining areas are filled and welded. The final welded fork is shown in the attached instruction manual. Figure 2 As shown, this welding method results in a neat appearance and effectively reduces processing errors caused by inaccurate alignment of the two fork sections during the welding process. After the forks are welded together, the limiting lug 11 is then fixedly connected to the fork carriage on the forklift. (The fixing holes on the limiting lug 11 are mainly used to fix the first fork part 1 to the fork carriage of the forklift. By passing fasteners such as bolts through the holes, the forks are firmly installed on the fork carriage to ensure that the forks will not shift during the operation of the forklift and to ensure the stability and safety of the cargo handling operation.) The mounting hole 21 on the second fork section 2 is used to install a pin, so that the second fork section 2 is connected to the lifting mechanism or other related components of the forklift as a rotating pair. In this way, during the operation of the forklift, the forks can rotate around the hole at a certain angle. For example, during the loading and unloading of goods, it is convenient to adjust the tilt angle of the forks to facilitate the picking and placing of goods more smoothly. The inverted forks can then be used for transporting pallets with goods stacked at higher positions. This allows for a further increase in the lifting height of the forks beyond the forklift's maximum lifting height, reducing limitations. At the same time, the inverted forks can provide more stable support for pallets with a higher center of gravity. In summary, this method is more effective for transporting pallets.

[0018] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The descriptions of the above embodiments and specifications are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An inverted fork for increasing lifting height, characterized in that, It includes a first fork section (1) and a second fork section (2). The limiting lug (11) is welded to the first fork part (1), and one end of the first fork part (1) forms a first arc part (12) with the main body shape being an isosceles trapezoid. Mounting hole (21) is provided on the second fork part (2), and one end of the second fork part (2) is formed with a second arc part (22) whose main body shape is an isosceles trapezoid and which cooperates with the first arc part (12). A bend (23) with an angle of 48-52° to the horizontal plane is formed on the second fork (2).

2. The inverted fork for increasing lifting height according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first fork section (1) and the second fork section (2) are precisely welded together by a limiting component.

3. An inverted fork for increasing lifting height according to claim 2, characterized in that, The limiting assembly includes an ear plate (3), an insert roller (4), and a limiting plate (5). Ear plates (3) are welded to the first fork section (1) and the second fork section (2) respectively. Ear holes of the same size and in the same direction are opened on the ear plates (3). Insert rollers (4) are interference-fitted in the ear holes. A limit plate (5) is welded to one end of the insert rollers (4).

4. An inverted fork for increasing lifting height according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bent portion (23) is provided with several reinforcing ribs (6).

5. An inverted fork for increasing lifting height according to claim 1, characterized in that, A rubber layer (7) is provided on the bearing surface of the second fork section (2).

6. An inverted fork for increasing lifting height according to claim 1, characterized in that, Both the first fork section (1) and the second fork section (2) are made of high-strength wear-resistant steel.