Why use XL Poly Wheels?

 XL poly wheels are chosen for their ability to carry heavy loads, last longer under stress, protect floors, and reduce overall maintenance and operational costs—making them the go-to solution for tough industrial and material handling applications.

XL poly wheels (Extra Load polyurethane wheels) are specifically engineered for demanding industrial and material handling environments. 

Here’s why they are a preferred choice:

Superior Load Capacity

• XL poly wheels are designed to support heavier loads and are recommended for use for load wheels on 6000 Lbs. and higher capacity electric pallet jacks and all standup forklift outrigger wheels.
• Deliver a solid balance between load capacity and operator comfort.

Exceptional Durability and Wear Resistance

• The polyurethane used in XL wheels is engineered for excellent wear resistance and toughness in demanding operations and offers outstanding resistance to cuts, tears, and abrasion, even on rough or dirty floors. They are designed to withstand rough conditions, dock plates, and aggressive floor surfaces.
• XL Poly has a low heat build-up and therefore maintains tread integrity during long runs or heavy shifts without breaking down.
• This durability translates to fewer wheel replacements and reduced downtime, making them cost-effective in high-use environments.

Enhanced Safety and Performance

• XL poly wheels provide higher traction and shorter braking distances, improving safety for operators, especially in environments with dust or debris.
• Their balanced hardness ensures reliable performance without excessive deformation under load, maintaining machine stability.
• Precision machining ensures concentricity for smooth, quiet operation.

Floor Protection

• Polyurethane is a non-marking material, which means XL poly wheels protect floors from scratches and marks, a crucial benefit in warehouses, hospitals, and retail spaces.
• Their design also offers a cushioning effect, reducing vibrations and helping to protect sensitive equipment during transport.

Resistance to Environmental Hazards

• Polyurethane wheels are naturally resistant to chemicals, oils, and extreme temperatures, making them suitable for challenging environments such as food processing plants, freezers, and loading docks.

Reduced Maintenance and Operational Costs

• XL poly wheels limit heat build-up during high speeds and long runs, reducing the risk of bond failures and extending wheel life.
• Their low rolling resistance reduces energy consumption and wear on equipment, further lowering operational costs.
• Keeps rolling resistance steady, helping reduce strain on drive motors.

Application Versatility

• These wheels are commonly used in settings with 24/7 operations, such as grocery distribution centers, bottling plants, and manufacturing facilities where reliability is critical and "where all else fails".

Ideal Applications:

 XL Poly is best suited for:

• General Warehouse Use
  Ideal for indoor, moderately abrasive environments with smooth or mixed surface conditions.

• High-Cycle Material Handling
  Perfect for 1-2 shift operations moving heavy loads, pallets, and skids day in and day out.

• Aggressive Floor Environments
  Including warehouses with dock plates, rough concrete, or minor debris.

• Standard Electric or IC-Powered Lift Trucks
  Works across a wide range of forklift types — a great “go-to” compound when versatility is key.

• Manufacturing, Distribution, Automotive, and Building Materials Industries
  Where longevity and reliable traction are required without extreme environmental abuse.

Navigate our website to your lift truck brands and models, or shoot us an email which wheels you need, or call our knowledgeable customer service at 1-800-331-0839.

Everything you need to know about Lift Truck Tires

Choosing and maintaining the correct forklift tires is essential for safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations. Regular inspections, proper selection, and timely replacement are key to maximizing tire life and forklift performance.

And while we don't offer quite all of these options, it might be useful to know about them.

• Pneumatic Tires:
  Filled with air (like car tires), they provide excellent shock absorption and traction, making them ideal for rough or uneven outdoor surfaces such as construction sites and lumberyards. However, they are susceptible to punctures and require regular air pressure checks.
  
• Solid Pneumatic Tires:
  Made of solid rubber, these are puncture-proof and more durable than air-filled pneumatics. They are suited for environments with debris or sharp objects and have a longer lifespan.
• Cushion Tires:
  Made of solid rubber and fitted to a metal band, cushion tires are compact and best for smooth, indoor surfaces like warehouses and manufacturing facilities. They offer a smaller turning radius, making them ideal for tight spaces.
• Polyurethane Tires:
  Lightweight and durable, these are used mainly on electric forklifts in indoor environments. They provide good traction, are non-marking, and resist chemicals and cuts.
• Non-Marking Tires:
  Designed to prevent floor scuffing, these are essential in clean or appearance-sensitive environments such as retail, food, and pharmaceutical facilities.
• Specialty Tires:
  Options include fiberglass-impregnated tires for heat resistance, static-resistant tires for explosive environments, and cold-prepped tires for icy conditions.

We recommend:

Poly tires electric trucks, especially when ridden or capable of lifting above 4 feet, due to the superior stability vs. rubber tires. Polyurethane also has less rolling resistance than rubber which increases efficiency.

Polyurethane tires are harder, can carry greater loads and will outlast a rubber tire by as much as 4 times. However, they also have less cushioning ability.
Polyurethane tires offer improved traction with different tread types without sacrificing load capacity. They are more durable and are less likely to suffer from chunking, tearing or delaminating. Polyurethane tires are less prone to cutting or tearing.

Polyurethane can be slippery when wet but tread styles, such as the Diamond Groove or XGroove are available for wet and cold floor conditions while maintaining high load capacities.

Rubber tires can offer a softer ride and are generally used outdoors on the larger propane and internal combustion lift trucks. Rubber tires dissipate heat well and are recommended for use at higher speeds. They offer a broader footprint providing better traction, particularly in wet conditions, but have lower load capacities. Rubber tires are typically made with carbon black and because of this will mark indoor floors.

Tread Patterns

Smooth – Smooth surface tires are best on clean floors and standard warehouse environments.  There are several types of smooth tires.  SC = smooth crown. SF = smooth flat.  These can also have tapered sidewalls TSW or straight sidewalls SSW

X-Groove, also known as Diamond Groove (XG) – These have an X or Diamond pattern cut in the tire surface, best for wet floors and freezer areas.  

Worried about the wear of your tires?

Check out this video on 
When to Replace and How to Measure Your Drive Tire

Free tire pressing service available 

with the purchase of a new tire or tire and wheel combo. Tire and hub assemblies are available in stock for many of the most popular electric pallet trucks. 

If you don't see what you are looking for here, just call us at 800-331-0839 or email us at csinfo@genericparts.com.

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Improved Tiller Arm - Yale MPB 040E / MPW 050 E Series & Hyster W40Z

New improved design meets or exceeds manufacturer's specifications! 30 years ago we proudly made a commitment to only provide products that hold an "OEM quality or better" standard. We dig in, do our research and invest in high grade components.  We take feedback from our customers seriously and investigate how and where we can improve. We make revisions, additions and do not cut corners. It’s also true when an updated design is released from a manufacturer. We pay attention. Yale saw some areas they could improve on the Tiller Arm for some of their popular Walkie models.  In keeping our promise of dependable quality to you we of course followed suit. We are excited to announce stock of our new improved design based on the manufacturer's specification is available and ready for purchase.    Here are the part numbers affected: YL 524143951 YL 524254003 HY 2050082

These Tiller Arms now come with: A Welded Gusset A Thicker Steel Plate (5mm) 6mm set screw holes added to secure shoulder bolts 6mm continuous and precision plug welds throughout

*This part is eligible for free UPS ground shipping if included in an order totaling $450 or more. 

Check out our website for more information on more Electric Lift Truck parts we support. 

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