Nowadays a lot of companies 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 these expectations, lift truck corporations as well as their suppliers are considering alternative fuel ideas and cleaner burning energy sources.
Among the main surprises is that technology is enabling manufactures to build models 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. Numerous manufacturers have since been encouraged to invest more into the research and development of these emerging machinery.
Approximately 60 percent of today's forklift market is represented by electric units. This is up from about 45 percent approximately 20 years ago. Increasingly more businesses and companies are enjoying lower operating expenses by choosing electric. For example, the cost efficiency alone in regards to the maintenance and fuel costs save companies thousands of dollars. The electric models in comparison to IC models, provide a longer life to the fleet and the reduced emissions within the facility enable individuals working inside a much better air quality.
Reduced Emissions: There is a better overall improvement in operating condition since these models do not emit carbons and carcinogens. This has resulted in better health for all workers working near forklifts.
Less Expenses: The less heat and fewer moving parts translate to lower overall operating costs.
Reduced Fuel Expenses: When properly maintained and taken care of, chargers and batteries cost considerably less compared to Liquid Propane units and the electric units offer better costs and more stability.
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.