What is a rotator attachment?

Forklift rotator attachments (rotators) are specially designed attachments that are fitted to a standard forklift mast in place of a standard carriage with tynes.

Rotators are hydraulically controlled and can rotate loads up to 360 degrees, they may also have side-shift installed as well.

Common rotator applications

The use of forklift rotator attachments is common practice in a number of industries, they assist in improving safety and efficiency in a number of industries where positioning of loads or load dumping is carried out on a regular basis.

Some of these industries include:Agriculture，Construction，Food and beverages，Waste management.

Some common examples of rotators assisting in the above industries include:

A rotator attachment with bin retainer assisting in the transfer (dumping) of rubbish from smaller bins to industrial bins or designated rubbish storage areas

A rotator attachment used in the transfer of ingredients or finished products in the food and beverage industry during the production or storage process

A rotator attachment utilised in the fruit growing industry to transfer wooden or plastic vats full of freshly picked fruit to cleaning equipment as part of processing