Lots of companies these days are trying to and be environmentally responsible. They desire cleaner products to use in their places of business. To be able to meet all these expectations, forklift corporations as well as their suppliers are considering alternative fuel ideas and cleaner burning energy sources.
One of the main surprises is that technology is enabling manufactures to make units that use less energy overall, reduce carbon footprints, cost less to operate and provide as much power as compared to their IC or internal combustion counterparts. These new designs are creating an obvious shift in the forklift market. Lots of manufacturers have since been encouraged to invest more into the research and development of these emerging equipment.
Around 60 percent of today's lift truck market is represented by electric models. This is up from approximately 45 percent about 20 years ago. Increasingly more businesses and corporations are enjoying less operating costs by choosing electric. For example, the cost efficiency alone in regards to the costs of fuel and maintenance save companies thousands of dollars. The electric units in comparison to IC units, provide a longer life to the fleet and the reduced emissions within the facility allow a lot better air quality for people working indoors.
Reduced Emissions: There is a better overall improvement in operating condition because these models do not emit carbons and carcinogens. This has resulted in better health for all workers working near lift trucks.
Reduced Costs: Lower operating expenses have resulted from less moving parts and the reduction in heat being produced.
Less Fuel Expenses: The electric units offer more stability and better costs when properly maintained and taken care of. The chargers and batteries cost much less than Liquid Propane units.
Improved Operator Ergonomics: There is much vibration and heat produced by IC or internal combustion Engines. Both of these situations could really lead to operator exhaustion.