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Forklift attachments for Australian industry — what’s in the range

Forklift attachments enable standard forklifts to take on a wider range of duties on worksites. East West Engineering’s range includes work platforms for safe access at height, fork extensions and spreaders for handling long or oversized loads, jibs and hook attachments for suspended lifting, and bin tippers, dirt buckets and compactors for waste handling and bulk material movement.

Specialist attachments such as 360° rotators or bin tippers further expand the versatility of a forklift, allowing businesses to handle a wider range of materials and applications with existing equipment, reducing the need for investment in dedicated equipment. Used across manufacturing, construction, logistics, mining and warehousing, the right attachment improves productivity while supporting safer, more efficient operations.

Engineered for demanding Australian industrial conditions

A forklift attachment should be selected for the application, not simply matched to a forklift model. Selecting the correct attachment requires consideration of the load, forklift capacity, operating environment and site requirements. East West Engineering can provide technical advice to help customers identify equipment suited to their application.

Our attachments operate across some of Australia’s toughest industries, including mining, food manufacturing, cold chain facilities, construction projects and outdoor yard operations. While a standard attachment may suit many applications, more specialised requirements can be met through modified or custom-built equipment. Working closely with customers, our engineering team can assess operational requirements and develop a solution tailored to the way the equipment will be used.

45 years of materials handling expertise — what that means for your operation

Choosing the right forklift attachment is about more than finding the closest product match. Backed by more than 45 years of materials handling experience, East West Engineering takes an engineering-led approach to every enquiry, assessing the application before recommending the most suitable solution. That helps improve productivity, supports safer operation and reduces the risks associated with incorrectly specified equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We supply a comprehensive range of industrial forklift attachments for lifting, tipping, rotating, waste handling and specialist materials handling applications. The range includes the FWP Forklift Work Platform, FE Fork Extension Slippers, FST200 Tow Jib, FJCS and FJCL Forklift Jibs, TJCL Tiltable Forklift Jib, FSJ HookPoint Jib, FFS300L Fork Spreader, RPS Roll Prong, NWB Wheelie Bin Tipper, FBT-SM Forward Bulk Bin Tipper, FCA Bin Compactor, DB-M Dirt Bucket and XZQ 360° Rotator, with options available across a wide range of capacities and sizes.

  • Forklift attachments are widely used across manufacturing, construction, mining, logistics, warehousing, infrastructure, waste management and agriculture. The right attachment also depends on the operating environment, including outdoor exposure, high-cycle handling, corrosive conditions or applications involving specialised materials.

  • Yes. Many East West Engineering forklift attachments can be customised to suit specific operational requirements. Where a standard product is not suitable, our engineering team can assess the application, load type, capacity and handling requirements to determine whether a modified or custom designed solution is appropriate.

  • Selection depends on the load size and weight, forklift capacity, material compatibility, indoor or outdoor operating conditions, and any relevant compliance requirements. If you’re unsure which attachment is best suited to your application, our team can provide technical advice before you purchase.

  • There are many types of forklift attachments designed for specific applications, including fork extensions, work platforms, goods cages & platforms, jibs, bin tippers, drum handlers, dirt buckets, roll prongs, fork spreaders, rotators, clamps, fork positioners, sideshifts, and other specialised lifting solutions. Each attachment is engineered to suit different load types and operational requirements.

    At East West Engineering, we have been designing and manufacturing forklift attachments for over 45 years, specialising in engineered solutions that enhance the versatility and capability of forklifts. Our range of standard and custom-designed attachments has helped industries across Australia safely and efficiently handle a wide variety of loads and applications.

    Whether standard or purpose-built, our forklift attachments are designed to improve productivity, safety, and operational flexibility across demanding material handling environments.

  • Forklift attachments improve productivity by allowing a single forklift to perform multiple handling tasks without the need for additional equipment. This reduces downtime, speeds up material movement, and improves workflow efficiency across operations.

  • Yes. Forklift attachments can be fully customised or engineered to suit specific load sizes, weights, operating environments, and handling requirements.

    At East West Engineering, we specialise in designing and manufacturing both custom forklift attachments and modifications to our standard range. With in-house engineering and production capabilities, we develop solutions tailored to your exact application, including variations in size, capacity and functionality. If the right equipment doesn’t already exist, we’ll engineer a custom solution.

    Based at our Brookvale facility, our engineers and production team work closely together across design, fabrication, and manufacturing to deliver complete material handling solutions. This integrated approach ensures all equipment is Australian Standard compliant, design certified, and built for performance.

    Choosing East West Engineering means more than supplying equipment, it means partnering with a specialist engineering team focused on improving safety, reliability, and productivity on site. Our engineered-to-order forklift attachments help reduce downtime, extend equipment life, and improve operational efficiency across demanding industrial environments.

    While many applications can be met with our standard forklift attachment range, our engineering team can also design and deliver purpose-built solutions when required.

    Speak to an East West Engineering materials handling specialist to find out how a custom forklift attachment can improve your operation.

  • When selecting a forklift attachment, you should consider the load type, weight, dimensions, frequency of use, operating environment, and the capacity of your forklift.

    Choosing the correct attachment is critical to ensure safe operation, improve handling efficiency, and reduce the risk of product damage or equipment wear.

    If you are unsure which attachment is most suitable for your application, speak with a materials handling specialist at East West Engineering. Our technical team can provide expert advice to help you select or engineer the right solution for your specific requirements.