These days a lot of corporations are trying to be as environmentally responsible as possible. There are demanding cleaner products to use in their place of business. In order to meet all these expectations, forklift companies as well as their suppliers are considering cleaner burning energy sources and other fuel ideas.
Technology is now able to help manufacturers build units which when compare to their internal combustion or IC counterparts utilize less overall energy, cost less to operate and reduce carbon footprints. These new designs are creating an obvious shift within the forklift market. Lots of manufacturers have since been prompted to invest more into the development and research of these emerging machinery.
Around 60 percent of today's lift truck market is represented by electric units. This is up from roughly 45% roughly 20 years ago. Increasingly more corporations and businesses are enjoying lower operating costs by choosing electric. For instance, the cost efficiency alone in regards to the costs of fuel and maintenance save companies thousands of dollars. The electric models offer a longer life to the fleet, in comparison to internal combustion units and the less emissions in the facility allow much better air quality for people working indoors.
Reduced Emissions: There is a better overall improvement in operating condition because these units do not emit carbons and carcinogens. This has resulted in better health for all workers working near forklifts.
Less Costs: The less heat and fewer moving parts translate to less overall operating costs.
Reduced Fuel Costs: The electric units offer more stability and better costs when properly maintained and taken care of. The chargers and batteries cost a lot less than Liquid Propane units.
Improved Operator Ergonomics: IC or internal combustion engines not only produce emissions but also give off much vibration and heat. Both of these situations can really result in operator fatigue.