Ram Attachment

Description

Ram Attachment

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Forklift ram attachments (also known as carpet poles, coil rams, or rug rams) are specialized tools designed to handle rolled or coiled materials like carpets, steel coils, paper, and wire.
Specifications vary based on whether the unit is Fork-Mounted (slides onto the forks) or Carriage-Mounted (replaces the forks entirely).

Typical Dimensions & Capacities

The load capacity of a ram decreases as the length (and thus the load center) increases. Standard units generally fall into these ranges:
Specification Small/Light Duty Medium Duty Heavy Duty (Coil).
lass=”yoast-text-mark” />>Pole Length 4′ – 6′ (1,200 – 1,800 mm) 9′ – 12′ (2,700 – 3,600 mm) 3′ – 6′ (Heavy Core).
lass=”yoast-text-mark” />>Pole Diameter 2.5″ – 2.75″ 3″ 4″ – 6″+.
lass=”yoast-text-mark” />>Lifting Capacity 1,500 – 2,500 lbs 1,800 – 2,200 lbs 5,000 – 30,000+ lbs.
lass=”yoast-text-mark” />>Mounting Type ITA Class II / Fork ITA Class II / III / Fork ITA Class III / IV / Pin.

Mounting Configurations

Carriage-Mounted (Hook Type): These attach directly to the forklift’s ITA carriage (Class II, III, or IV). They offer better residual capacity because the weight is closer to the mast.
Fork-Mounted: These feature fork pockets (typically around 7.5″ x 2.5″) that allow standard forks to slide inside.
Inverted/Underslung: The pole hangs below the forks or carriage.

Key Technical Features

Tapered Tip: Most poles are machined with a smooth, tapered end to prevent damaging the core of the material during entry.
>High-Tensile Steel: Constructed from “fatigue-resistant” alloy steel (often 4140 or similar) to prevent bending or snapping under heavy, long loads.
>Rotatable Poles: Some high-end rug rams allow the pole to be rotated manually, which helps distribute wear evenly and extends the life of the attachment.

Critical Safety Consideration: Residual Capacity

When you add a ram, your forklift’s Net (Residual) Capacity changes significantly.
>Lost Load Center: A 12-foot carpet pole moves the center of the weight far forward, which reduces the forklift’s actual lifting ability to a fraction of its original rating.
>De-rating: OSHA and other safety bodies require that the forklift manufacturer or a professional engineer provide a new “Data Plate” (Capacity Plate) specifically for the forklift-attachment combination.
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