Nowadays many 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 companies as well as their suppliers are considering alternative fuel ideas and cleaner burning energy sources.
Technology is currently able to help manufacturers make models that when compare to their IC or internal combustion counterparts use less overall energy, reduce carbon footprints and cost less to operate. These new designs are creating an obvious shift within the forklift market. Numerous manufacturers have since been prompted to invest more into the research and development of these emerging machines.
Roughly 60 percent of today's lift truck market is represented by electric units. This is up from around 45% about 20 years ago. Increasingly more businesses and corporations are enjoying lower operating costs by choosing electric. For example, the cost efficiency alone when it comes to the costs of maintenance and fuel save companies thousands of dollars. The electric models compared to IC models, offer a longer life to the fleet and the less emissions within the facility allow people working indoors a much better air quality.
Reduced Emissions: There is a better overall improvement in operating condition since these models do not emit carcinogens or carbons. This has resulted in better health for all workers working near lift trucks.
Less Expenses: The less heat and fewer moving parts translate to less overall operating costs.
Less Fuel Expenses: When correctly maintained and taken care of, batteries and chargers cost significantly less than Liquid Propane units and the electric models provide more stability and better costs.
Improved Operator Ergonomics: IC or internal combustion engines not just produce emissions but also give off much vibration and heat. Both of these situations could greatly result in operator fatigue.