Fork Wear Gauge
Instant, accurate results in seconds
Built-in gauge indicates fork thickness. Shows how much working life is remaining
How to use your Professional
Fork Wear Gauge
This video gives you step by step instructions on how to use the FB Professional Fork Wear Gauge, the only ‘how much worn’ forklift fork wear tool on the market.
Built-in gauge indicates forklift fork wear
All forklift fork inspections must follow the requirements of the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations LOLER) 1998; the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 1998; BITA Guidance Notes GN62(rev 2) and GN28(rev 5); FLTA Technical Bulletin TB12 and ISO 5057:1993.
Over time and use, forklift fork heels can wear leading to a significant reduction in capacity and potential fork failure. When a fork has reached its 10% wear limit it must be removed from service immediately.
If the fork is worn close to 10% wear, the competent person shall make a decision on timescales for replacement based on truck usage, working conditions and any other site critical factors.