Shengjian Fanrong manufactures customized Manual Forklift Counterweights using HT200 gray cast iron for forklift manufacturers, maintenance companies, and industrial equipment suppliers. Each counterweight is developed according to forklift structure, mounting position, required ballast weight, and operating conditions to ensure proper installation and stable performance.
A forklift counterweight is not simply a heavy iron block added to the rear of a vehicle. It is a structural balance component that works together with the chassis, mast system, rated capacity, and load center configuration.
For replacement and OEM projects, Shengjian Fanrong supports counterweight development from engineering evaluation through casting, machining, inspection, and delivery.
The primary function of a forklift counterweight is to balance the overturning moment created when the forklift lifts and transports a load.
During operation, the counterweight directly influences:
A replacement counterweight cannot be developed by weight matching alone. Even when the total weight is similar, differences in mounting position, center of gravity, or installation dimensions may affect forklift performance.
During development, the following factors are reviewed:
Many forklift counterweight replacement projects involve older machines where original suppliers no longer provide spare parts.
In these situations, customers may only have:
Instead of directly copying external dimensions, Shengjian Fanrong evaluates the original component structure before production.
The engineering review normally covers:
This approach helps reproduce components that match the original installation conditions.
When technical drawings are unavailable, existing counterweight samples can be used as the basis for development.
The typical workflow includes:
The original component is inspected for:
Based on measurement data, casting patterns are prepared with consideration of:
The first casting is checked for:
After verification, batch production can proceed according to the approved technical requirements.
Shengjian Fanrong mainly uses HT200 gray cast iron for forklift counterweight production.
HT200 is widely used for heavy industrial castings because it provides a practical balance between casting performance, mechanical properties, machinability, and material density.
Typical material information:
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Material Grade | HT200 Gray Cast Iron |
| Standard | GB/T 9439-2010 |
| Density | Approximately 7.0–7.2 g/cm³ |
| Casting Method | Sand Casting |
| Application | Industrial balance and structural castings |
Typical mechanical reference:
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | ≥200 MPa |
| Hardness Range | Approx. 170–241 HB |
Material performance may vary depending on casting section thickness and production conditions.
The density of gray cast iron allows manufacturers to achieve the required ballast weight within limited installation space while maintaining reasonable casting and machining characteristics.
Large gray iron counterweights require control of both casting quality and dimensional consistency.
Patterns are developed according to:
During HT200 production, chemical composition and melting conditions are controlled to maintain consistent material performance.
The casting process focuses on:
After cooling, castings undergo:
According to customer requirements, machining operations may include:
Because counterweights are heavy structural castings, quality control focuses on both material consistency and installation accuracy.
Inspection points include:
Before shipment:
are verified according to customer specifications.
Established in 2017, Zunhua Shengjian Fanrong Machinery Parts Co., Ltd. focuses on gray iron casting production for industrial machinery components.
The manufacturing facility covers approximately 60,000 square meters with annual cast iron production capacity of approximately 80,000 tons.
Production capabilities include:
By controlling casting and machining processes within one production system, Shengjian Fanrong supports customized component development from initial sample evaluation to finished delivery.
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Manual Forklift Counterweights |
| Material | HT200 Gray Cast Iron |
| Density | 7.0–7.2 g/cm³ |
| Standard | GB/T 9439-2010 |
| Casting Method | Sand Casting |
| Development Method | Drawings / Samples / Technical Data |
| Machining | Customized According to Requirements |
| Inspection | Material, Dimension, Appearance |
| Packaging | Export Wooden Cases / Heavy-duty Pallets |
For discontinued forklift models, Shengjian Fanrong supports:
Production can be arranged according to:
Engineering Department Shengjian Fanrong Machinery Parts Co., Ltd.
Focus areas:
HT200 provides suitable density, casting stability, vibration damping capability, and machinability for large industrial balance components.
Yes. Existing samples, measurements, photos, and forklift information can be evaluated for replacement development.
Recommended information includes:
OEM production can be arranged based on customer drawings, existing samples, or technical requirements. Before production, installation dimensions and casting feasibility are reviewed to confirm compatibility.
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