Hefei Shuoyuan's "retractable fork" technology reshapes forklift design by enabling forks to slide beneath the chassis during non-operational periods. A motorized gear system drives this movement, smoothly extending the forks for tasks and automatically retracting them afterward. This mechanism conserves storage space while reducing safety hazards caused by protruding forks.
The innovation slashes the forklift's physical footprint by over 30% in compact environments compared to fixed forks. Its collapsible structure prevents workplace collisions and streamlines navigation through narrow aisles. Engineers designed the system for compatibility across multiple forklift categories, with potential integration into automated warehouse networks.
This patent signals Hefei Shuoyuan's push toward space-efficient intelligent forklifts. By solving core industry challenges around operational safety and spatial constraints, the technology positions itself as a benchmark for modern logistics equipment. Market analysts predict widespread adoption of similar designs as rivals strive to match these engineering advancements.
Skid Steers Attachments fork employs AerMet 340 ultra-high-strength steel (GB/T 3077-2015 compliant), processed through vacuum induction melting and triple-phase heat treatment to achieve 1,850MPa yield strength.
The patented plasma electrolytic oxidation (PEO) coating (CN2024101234.X) forms a 50-80μm surface layer with HV 950 hardness, validated through 50,000-cycle fatigue testing at Sinotrans Shanghai Logistics Hub.
