Forks Pallet Forks

[RFB]

you can use them to create a (all cautionary warnings understood) a man-lift platform (with suitable rails and safety harness)

You can put together a boom pole for raising trusses etc.

Your imagination will find multiple uses.

 

[jejeosborne]

I do the same thing as AlanB. Here is a link to my setup. I love the metal baskets. They fold flat for transportation or storage and are stackable for seasoning.
Jeff
http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/projects/114597-bring-more-firewood-easy-way.html

 

[NYBOB]

I have been looking for wooden boxes, etc locally. I went to a distribution warehouse for produce and an apple grove. I have not been able to find anything to buy.

If anyone has any ideas where to get metal baskets as shown or wooden pallet boxes in the Binghamton NY area, please let me know.

 

[reasley]

Jeff, that was a phenomenal buy on the metal bins!!! My system is the same, but with wood pallets as described earlier. I'm going to be on the lookout for those bins, too.

Bob, I'll try to post pictures of them later on today -- gotta charge the camera battery . . .

 

[jdbower]

A couple of tow straps and you can suspend heavy objects between the forks, just like the trick of having two guys use 2x4s to move stuff. The forks also reach pretty high in the air, using them to lift stuff like rain gutters into place while you're installing them is also a great trick. Plus once you've got a few pallets you'd be surprised at how many things find their way onto them

 

[Oleozz]

There is a small Mennonite company in Mifflinburg Pa that makes quality pallet forks. Their name is Horning Pallet Forks and Welding, I paid $580 for my 48" forks and frame. They are sold throughout Pa but are built in Mifflinburg.

 

[reasley]

Do you have any photos to show me what they look like completed?

Also, not sure what two upside "U"'s in them mean in the statement below. If can point them out in a photo it would help.


48x40 pallets, with the two upside "U"s in them for the forks (make certain that you get this kind). In Central Texas, about $6 each new.


Thanks

Bob, sorry for the delay. Enclosed are the pictures of the log pallets that you wanted. The upside down "U"s are the place where the forks engage. This type of crossbeam (there are 3 per pallet) is stronger than the type that is "open." Note, again, the fencing material. If you make these, this is the minimum (and very sufficient) size that you need to use. Individually, the parts are too small to hold logs (except the base of course). Collectively, and interconnected, it makes a great log pallet.

 

[Harry c]

That's called a "4 way entry" pallet. The "runners" are notched for fork clearance. If you talk to a pallet maker he'll understand what you're looking for.

 

[NYBOB]

Let me understand this, I need the 4 way type pallets(have a friend that works a a produce warehouse). Any particular size? or are they all standard?

I will coming in to lift from the long side of the pallet, correct?

Is there a particular gauge wire I should use?

Thanks
Bob

 

[NYBOB]

I forgot one thing, what type of corner pieces did you use? pressure treated? How did you attach them to the skid and themselves?

Thanks