Invicta Fork Mounted Hydraulic Gritter for Effective Salt Spreading (IHG-1)
The Invicta Fork Mounted Hydraulic Gritter is a robust and reliable attachment designed for efficient salt spreading operations. Front-mounted to add weight to the driving wheels, this gritter connects safely and effectively via fork pockets. Hydraulically driven using the forklift's auxiliary hydraulic or side-shift valve, it features a stainless-steel double auger system, capable of spreading all types of salt—wet, dry, brown, or white. With a 0.2m³ hopper capacity, it can accommodate approximately 250kg of salt for large-scale applications.
Specifications:
- Nominal Capacity: 0.2m³
- Capacity: 250kg
- Length: 1270mm
- Width: 890mm
- Height: 810mm
- Weight: 136kg
- Centre of Gravity (C of G): 550mm
- Operating Pressure: 50 Bar
- Flow: 11 LPM
Standard Features:
- Hydraulically driven stainless-steel disc for efficient spreading.
- Manually adjustable spread width valve, adjustable between 1.3m and 9m depending on material.
- Flat mesh top with access hatch for easy refilling and maintenance.
- Powered by the forklift truck's hydraulic system.
- Zinc-plated heel pins for secure attachment to the truck.
- Maximum fork section: 125 x 50mm.
- Painted bright yellow for visibility and safety.
Operation Instructions:
- Position the forks to the correct width to align with the fork pockets.
- Remove the heel pins from the gritter.
- Drive the forklift forks into the fork pockets.
- Reinsert the heel pins behind the fork heels and secure with safety lynch pins.
- Connect the hydraulic quick-release fittings to the forklift's auxiliary hydraulic or side-shift function.
- Adjust the spread width valve as needed for the material.
- The attachment is now ready for use. Refer to the operation manual for detailed instructions.
Maintenance Guidelines:
- Inspect weekly for:
- Weld points.
- Wear or distortion in fork pockets and heel pin attachments.
- Damaged or worn components.
- The condition of swivel hook, safety latch, and shackle.
- Address any damage or failure before reusing the attachment.
- Treat surface rusting in critical areas with proprietary inhibitors, primers, and paint.
- Wash the gritter after each use, paying attention to moving parts.
- Certified for six months from the manufacture date; re-testing is required per HSE guidelines.
Health & Safety Notes:
- Ensure operators are trained in using and maintaining the gritter.
- Verify that the forklift and attachment can handle the intended load.
- Securely tighten all pins and fittings before each use.
- Avoid shock loading or angular lifts to maintain safety.
- Do not exceed the maximum working load at any lifting point.
- Keep the mast in a vertical position during operation.
For pricing or further assistance, please contact us today.
Approximate lead time: 2-3 days.
Delivery charges will be calculated at checkout.
Standard delivery is free on all orders to Mainland UK above £100 excluding VAT. Some exclusions apply
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Goods will be delivered at the point most convenient to our carrier, usually the goods inwards department or reception on the ground floor. Further transfer or installation within the purchasers premises, particularly for large or heavy items, must be arranged prior to delivery and will be charged extra.
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