Arrow Material Handling Products Newsletter

IN THIS ISSUE | JUNE 2018

PRODUCT UPDATE:

NEW Fork Wear Indicator FORK OF THE MONTH:

ITA Standard Hook Mount BUCKET UPKEEP TIPS:

Extend the Life of Your Buckets PRODUCT DESIGN UPDATE:

CE60-TH-STP Extension Booms

PLANNING AHEAD:

Brush & Root Grapples

LIFE & TINES Customer Newsletter

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PRODUCT UPDATE NEW FORK WEAR INDICATOR According to OSHA guidelines and industry standards, forklift forks should be replaced after 10% of wear, since that milestone de-rates fork capacity by 20%. This is usually determined by using a fork caliper to measure the amount of wear on the fork. Using a fork caliper to determine the wear of a forklift fork is standard practice in the industry, but current technology has left room for error and negligence. Arrows’ patented Fork Wear Indicator for forklift forks makes knowing how and when to check fork wear levels a more reliable process.

This simple visual indicator is an innovative way to help operators and safety managers identify forks that are unsafe or are approaching unsafe wear levels.

FORK WEAR INDICATOR

The wear indication guide and stamp will be provided on the side of most ITA forks we manufacture.

SAFE

UNSAFE

Wear indicators help operators and safety managers identify worn out unsafe forks.

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UNSAFE

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SAFE

CAUTION

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CAUTION

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SAFE: Minimal Wear CAUTION: Approaching end-of-service UNSAFE: 10% wear, 20% reduced capacity

ITSDF B56.1-2016 paragraph 6.2.8.1(f)(1)

PL-FWI-45

The Fork Wear Indicator • • • •

Reduces inspection time Increases accuracy Reduces potential negligence Increases workplace safety

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FORK OF THE MONTH ITA STANDARD HOOK MOUNT FORKS Pioneers of the Powered Industrial Truck manufacturing industry were visionary when they came together to develop a set of standard dimensions and lifting capacities for fork carriers and the forks that mounted on these carriers. The parts of this standard that applied to forks lead to what we now commonly refer to as ITA Standard Hook Mount Forks. In creating this standard, the Powered Industrial Truck industry created a win-win-win situation which benefitted fork truck manufacturers, fork tine manufacturers, and most importantly, customers.

Arrow stocks a wide variety of ITA Class II, III, and IV forks, and builds Class V forks to order. Arrow’s forks are built from high strength, heat treated alloy steel. The chemistry of Arrow’s fork tine steel has been formulated to provide high strength levels while retaining toughness and hardenability throughout the cross section.

Arrow’s forks meet or exceed all standards for quality manufacturing and inspection such as ANSI/ITSDF B56 series standards for production and inspection, ISO 2338 standards for production and ISO 2330/ISO 683-1 standards for inspection.

ITA HOOKS & CLIPS Arrow stocks replacement hooks and pins for ITA Standard Hook Mount Forks. Hooks are supplied as a kit, with one upper and one lower hook. Pins are also supplied as a kit, with one kit needed per single tine.

FORK WEAR CALIPER Along with the standardization of forks and fork carriers, guidelines regarding when a fork should be taken out of service were also established. Arrow’s fork caliper is a simple and easy to use tool that will quickly measure wear on the blade, and indicate if a fork blade has been reduced by 10% or more from its original thickness.

Call your Arrow sales representative today and they’ll send you fork wear calipers for FREE.

A GUIDE TO REPLACING SKID STEER BUCKETS One foot on the top of the bucket, the other in the cab, turn around, roll cage down, take a seat, parking break off, ignition engaged, you peer out over the edge of the bucket‌dang. There it is.

The cutting edge of the bucket is curled back, worn out, and ready to be replaced.

Sudden expenses are always frustrating and this is no different. However, with better technique, a few industry tips, and some preventative steps, forecasting future bucket issues will become easier and you can increase the lifespan of your bucket.

PROACTIVE PURCHASING The very best way to avoid unexpected bucket issues starts with the purchase process. Matching bucket capacity and size to the machine is critical to optimal bucket performance, as is quality materials and construction.

CHOOSING THE RIGHT BUCKET BUCKET CAPACITY Bucket width should be at least as wide as the outside width of the tires or tracks loader. If not you will not be able to dig or scoop in one pass. The tires or tracks will ride up on the material and the bucket will not remove that material. In contrast, buckets that exceed the capacity rating of the machine risk imbalance and tipping due to load size. In addition, larger buckets can handicap the operator’s vision if installed on a smaller machine.

BUCKET CONSTRUCTION Steel is important. The quality of the steel, the thickness of the steel, and the process the steel goes through when being made are at the foundation of a good quality bucket. High-quality steel resists wear and lasts longer increasing the lifespan and productivity of a bucket. Beyond the steel, there are both some design and reinforcement elements to look out for.

BUCKET DESIGN Certain telltale design elements can be found on high-quality buckets that will indicate the longevity of the bucket design. Tubular construction of the upper lift and hardened edges are clear indicators the bucket in question was built to last. Also look for a radius bottom. This allows for material to curl at the back of the bucket providing a more even load and increasing lifespan.

BUCKET REINFORCEMENT In addition to the construction and design of the bucket, a variety of reinforcement plates are sometimes added to high-quality buckets to enhance durability. Look for reinforcement plates on the heel, sides, and radius of the bucket. Skid plates are also sometimes added to the bottom of a bucket to reduce wear.

CHOOSING THE RIGHT ACCESSORIES THE CUTTING EDGE The most common location of excessive wear on a skid steer bucket is at the cutting edge. When the cutting edge grinds against hard surfaces like asphalt or concrete the center wears unevenly, resulting in a scallop shape.

Option #1: Weld-On Cutting Edge – Technically, every bucket comes with a weld on cutting edge, however, when excessive wear causes the cutting edge to recede into the bucket, replacement can exceed the total cost of the bucket.

Option #2: Bolt-On Reversible Cutting Edge – These replaceable cutting edges can be reversed before the edge scallops back into the bucket. Once both sides wear completely, the edge can be replaced.

Quick tip - Don’t try to reuse the bolts when reversing the bolt on edge, as the threads get damaged in use and the bolts won’t be reusable. Instead, just cut them off with a torch and replace.

BUCKET TEETH On tooth buckets, the tooth shank is welded to the weld-on cutting edge. Here, the use of a weld-on cutting edge is common because bucket teeth receive all the wear, therefore protecting the cutting edge. Bucket Teeth attach by pin or crimp on to a shank.

Pin on style teeth are typically recommended, are easy to change, and are less likely to dislodge while in use. Regular inspection of these teeth is recommended. On a general purpose tooth, if the flat is missing or worn back to the shank, it needs to be replaced.

Quick Tip - Don’t use a tooth bucket with missing teeth. This will wear out the shank and the tooth will not fit properly when replaced. It’s best to keep extra teeth on-hand and replace them as needed. bucket.

A GUIDE TO REPLACING SKID STEER BUCKETS MAINTENANCE AND TECHNIQUE BUCKET INSPECTIONS Inspections are critical to the ongoing upkeep and maintenance of both your machine and attachments. Being aware of cracks, stress fractures, excessive wear, loose hoses, dirt buildup in or around hydraulic fittings, and damage to hydraulic hoses makes identifying and fixing future problems easier. The bucket coupler is the most commonly damaged part of the skid-steer bucket. Scott Clevenger, Vice President of Sales at Arrow Acquisition LLC. stated, “This is where the bucket connects to the skid loader and requires a good solid fit. If cracked or extremely loose, don’t use it. Have a welder repair it or maybe it’s time for a new bucket.

Don’t let mud or other debris build up in this area or in the pin holes at the bottom of the coupler. Keeping this area clean will only make your job a lot easier when it’s time to change out to a different attachment.”

WHEN GRADING It’s all in the technique. Pressure is probably the most important factor when grading with a bucket. Too much pressure and you’ll find it hard to grade with any kind of finesse, also you’ll wear down the bottom of the bucket. Speed is also a factor.

Grading too fast can cause unnecessary damage and wear due to collisions with unseen and sometimes immovable objects.

WHEN BACK DRAGGING Similar to grading, pressure is key. Again, too much and this time the cutting edge will bear the brunt of the damage. A popular way around this snafu is to both practice, and utilize your machine’s “float” function if equipped. The float function disables hydraulic flow to the vertical lift of your machine. This means the weight of both the arms and the bucket will fall to the ground allowing the bucket to move, or float, over the contours To learn more about our Buckets & Accessories of the terrain. Keep the speed in check Call us at 800-821-7563 or and avoid impact as much as possible.

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PRODUCT DESIGN UPDATE CE60-TH-STP EXTENSION BOOMS An updated welded strap with pins helps better anchor forks to Arrow’s fork-mounted CE60-TH-STP booms. The change to the design also allows for forks up to 3.25” thick and 7” wide. An anchor point for an optional chain has also been added.

Extension booms are an effective solution when handling trees, truss, or awkward materials and equipment to areas not reachable by machine. The tubular form factor makes for a lightweight, but rugged, lifting solution. Fork mounted booms are an effective solution for landscaping, construction, and manufacturing.

FEATURES • • • • •

Fits forks up to 3.25” x 7” Eight different hook positions Pins behind the forks keep the load secure Maximum reach of 139” Heavy-duty construction resists wear and extends lifespan • Coupler mount available

ARROW’S PROMAC SERIES: BUCKETS Our PROMAC Series buckets are designed to work with telehandlers and small wheeled loaders. PROMAC Series buckets are available in three styles: general purpose material buckets with quick-coupler or pin-on hitch plate mounted, heavy duty buckets with quick-coupler or pin-on hitch plate mounted, and general purpose fork mounted material buckets.

PROMAC Material Bucket For Quick-Coupler or Pin-On Hitch Plate Mounts High quality, reinforced general purpose material buckets with a smooth radius inside bottom for easy clean out, and a squared, reinforced outer heal that is great for back dragging.

The upper bucket lip is built from 2” x 6” steel tubing, and the smooth lower lip is finished with a 6” wide x .50” thick hardened steel cutting edge that has been pre-drilled for an optional, add-on reversible cutting edge. Each end is reinforced with 3.75” wide x .50” thick hardened beveled edge side and lower wear plates. Five bottom skid plates reduce wear and increase strength for a long service life.

Part Number

Outside Width

Heaped Capacity

Weight

3207212_*_

72”

1.2 cu yd

710 lb

3209615_*_

96”

1.5 cu yd

910 lb

3209625_*_

96”

2.5 cu yd

1,135 lb

* Insert coupler style number to complete part number

72” and 96” widths

Optional Bucket Add-ons: Reversible, bolt-on cutting edge; grapple arms; welded-on adapters and a variety of pinned teeth; and an 8” tall spill guard for added capacity.

Optional Bucket Add-ons REVERSIBLE BOLT-ON CUTTING EDGES Hardened, reversible bolt-on cutting edges extend the life of the bucket by helping keep the bucket lip protected from being torn, pitted, or warped. Cutting edge kits include a reversible cutting edge and nuts and bolts for easy installation.

Cutting Edge Kit Part Numbers

Bucket Width

CBD-72-KIT

72”

CBD-96-KIT

96”

WELDED ADAPTERS & BUCKET TEETH Arrow’s ‘standard’ configuration for adding ground engaging teeth to PROMAC Material Buckets is the addition of welded flush mount adapters with pinned general purpose digging teeth. However, you can customize your bucket build with one of three types of weld-on adapters, and four different types of teeth.

Short Shank Adapter

Long Shank Adapter

Flush Mount Adapter

General Purpose Tooth

Tiger Point Tooth

Twin Tiger Point Tooth

Star Tooth

Universal Pin

230WO

231WO

2300FL

2300

2300C

23TW

230ST

230PN

PROMAC Heavy Duty Bucket For Quick-Coupler or Pin-On Hitch Plate Mounts PROMAC Heavy Duty Buckets feature a high quality, reinforced construction with a smooth radius inside bottom for easy clean out. The largest 4.0 cu yd capacity bucket also has two inside steel ribs for extra reinforcement.

The upper bucket lip is built from 2” x 6” steel tubing, and the smooth lower lip is finished with a 6” wide x .50” thick hardened steel cutting edge that has been pre-drilled for an optional, add-on reversible cutting edge. Each end is reinforced with 3.75” wide x .50” thick hardened beveled edge side and lower wear plates. Five bottom skid plates reduce wear and increase strength for a long service life.

Part Number

Outside Width

Heaped Capacity

Weight

3407213_*_

72”

1.3 cu yd

1,100 lb

3409626_*_

96”

2.5 cu yd

1,300 lb

3409640_*_

96”

4.0 cu yd

1,440 lb

* Insert coupler style number to complete part number

Optional Bucket Add-ons include reversible, bolt-on cutting edge; grapple arms; welded-on adapters and a variety of pinned teeth; and an 8” tall spill guard for added capacity.

PROMAC Fork Mounted Material Bucket High quality, reinforced general purpose material buckets with a smooth radius inside bottom for easy clean out.

The upper bucket lip is built from 2.75” x 8.50” steel tubing, and the smooth lower lip is a 6” wide x .50” thick hardened steel cutting edge that has been pre-drilled for an optional, add-on reversible cutting edge. Each end is reinforced with 3.75” wide x .25” thick hardened beveled edge side and lower wear plates. Five bottom skid plates reduce wear and increase strength for a long service life.

The bottom fork pockets are large enough accommodate forks up to 2.50” thick x 7” wide x 48” long. Strong 1” diameter retaining pins keep the bucket secure to the forks.

Part Number

Outside Width

Heaped Capacity

Weight

3206015_*_

60”

1.5 cu yd

625 lb

3207218_*_

72”

1.8 cu yd

795 lb

3209625_*_

96”

2.5 cu yd

1,025 lb

* Part number will be completed based on optional bucket add-ons required

Optional Bucket Add-ons include reversible, bolt-on cutting edge; and welded-on adapters and a variety of pinned teeth.

PLANNING AHEAD: GRAPPLES Summer months mean more brush work!

Be prepared with our heavy duty brush & root grapples.

Available in 72” and 84” widths, Arrow’s new MAX Brush & Root Grapples features .50” thick gusseted tines built from grade 50 steel that are spaced 8” apart, and a reinforced clearing bar that allows operators to skim the ground knocking down unwanted growth, or picking up rocks, roots, brush or other debris. Shielded 2” bore 8 3/8” stroke hydraulic cylinders feature corrosion, dent and flake resistant NitroSteel© cylinder rods. The 1.25” diameter hinge and cylinder pins are greasable, and the Teflon© coated bushings provide lubrication at all pivot locations.

Dual grapple arm assemblies opens to a wide 35”, and the open side and bottom design allows for excellent visibility and handling of a variety of odd sized material. Includes jump hoses and a wide step for ease of entry/exit.

Part Number

Width

Mount Type

23072RUNG

72”

Universal Quick Attach

23084RUNG

84”

Universal Quick Attach

Our MAX Series is designed to work with standard wheeled or tracked compact loaders.

With over 3.5 tons of crushing force at its ¼” AR400 BHN hard-faced, abrasion resistant tips, Arrow’s patented MAX Super Duty Grapple is a powerhouse attachment. With this grapple, your customers can break concrete, scarify frozen ground, pick up steel I-beams, clean up storm and demolition debris – the uses are almost endless.

The tapered “L” shaped lower tines allow for easier maneuvering below grade and under heavy objects. The upper tines open to a wide 31.5”, and close with the tips slightly below the lower tines. A single, 4” bore x 8” stroke, 3000 PSI hydraulic cylinder is mounted high on top, keeping it protected and allowing its full power to be used for clamping. Jump hoses included.

Part Number

Width

# of Tines

Weight

2306TGUN

39”

6 tines

905 lb

23010TGUN

39”

10 tines

1240 lb

23010TGUN-74

74”

10 tines

1420 lb

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