Self Dumping Forklift Hopper, 3 Cu. Yard, 8in Mold-On-Rubber Casters: 2 Rigid, 2 Swivel (Discontinued)

The Self Dumping Forklift Hopper is designed for various material handling jobs including construction, waste management, sanitation and more. Constructed of heavy duty steel, this all-welded forklift hopper is built for lasting strength and durability. It can temporarily store just about anything, from garbage to bulk material, and can be transported or dumped easily.All self dumping hopper units include a safety chain to secure the hopper to the forklift for safe and effective transportation. In addition to the safety chain, a Hopper Safety Lock sold separately prevents the hopper from unintentionally dumping caused by travelling over uneven grounda smart option for rough terrain jobsites.The forklift pockets interior dimensions are 8''W x 3''H. The fork pocket center is 28.875'', suitable for forks of standard forklifts, telehandlers and skid steers.How does a Self Dumping Forklift Hopper work?The self dumping forklift hopper works by releasing a latch mechanism. The latch is spring loaded and secures the hopper in the upright position for filling. After the hopper is loaded, the load can be dumped from the seat of a forklift. Also know as bump and dump, the bumper release is activated when the bumper pad hits or bumps into the receiving container, releasing the latch and triggering the dumping action. The forklift operator can also use the manual release cable to to tip the hopper. To achieve this, the operator pulls the 50'' extended release cable, which releases the latch, triggering the dumping action. Once the latch is released, the hopper rolls forward to empty debris. After the hopper is emptied, it automatically rocks back to upright and locked position.