Fork Extensions and Sleeves

Standard Fork Extensions

Fork extensions up to 96 inches long in stock in our Alvin, TX warehouse. Fork extensions are used to extend the usable length of forks. Open bottom extensions should not be longer than 50% of the original fork length. To properly fit fork extensions, tell us the thickness, width and blade length of your lift truck's forks. We also need to know the type of loads to be handled. Loads must be uniformly distributed along the length of the extension and must not have load concentrations beyond the tips of the truck's forks. Fork-Co extensions are stamped with product ID and load capacity, as well as the recommended fork size.

Heavy Duty Fork Extensions

Heavy duty fork extensions are heavy duty load handlers that can lift non-uniform loads with adequate capacity to prevent bending. They were developed for use in Europe where trucks are side loaded at ground level due to the widespread lack of loading dock facilities. Being heavy, they are installed on the forklift by driving into the Sleeve. They are secured to the fork heel by locking pins. Tips are tapered to assist entry.

Extra Heavy Duty Fork Extensions

Extra heavy Duty Fork Extensions are often an economical alternative to extra long fork blades. The forklift can be used for general cargo as well as cumbersome, hard to handle products by installing and removing Fork Sleeves. Stock sizes range up to 10 feet long for up to 2-1/2" thick x 6 inch wide forks. We have produced custom sizes up to 100,000 LB capacity and 16 feet long. Capacity rating charts are available from Fork-Co on request.

Standard Fork Extensions

Built for load stability, not to be load bearing beyond the tip of the actual Forks. Standard Fork Extensions do not carry a load capacity. Kept in stock in Alvin, TX.

Heavy Duty Fork Extensions

Load Bearing heavy duty extensions are a full box profile. Load ratings are based on section and series. Not for prying or exclusively tip-loading. Kept in stock in Alvin, TX.

Extra HD Fork Extensions

Designed and fabricated for the most extreme duty applications from high strength steel. Can be built to handle just about any application including tip loading and prying.

Fork-Co Leads the Pack

With our industry best lead times (4-5 weeks on complex builds), full in-house engineering and design team, on-site manufacturing and fabrication facility just south of Houston, TX, and very large standard product inventory, Fork-Co is the right choice for your project. We stand behind our products 100%, either it accomplishes your goals, or we aren't done