A lot of companies nowadays are trying to and be environmentally responsible. They desire cleaner products to use in their places of business. In order to meet these expectations, forklift corporations as well as their suppliers are considering other fuel ideas and cleaner burning energy sources.
One of the main surprises is that technology is enabling manufactures to make 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. A lot of manufacturers have since been encouraged to invest more into the development and research of these emerging machinery.
Practically 60 percent of forklift market nowadays is with electric models, which is up from approximately 45 percent around 20 years ago. Increasingly more businesses and companies are enjoying lower operating expenses 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 in comparison to internal combustion units, offer a longer life to the fleet and the reduced emissions in the facility allow people working inside a much better air quality.
Less Emissions: There is a better overall improvement in operating condition as these units do not emit carcinogens or carbons. This has resulted in better health for all employees working near forklifts.
Reduced Expenses: Lower operating expenses have resulted from fewer moving components and the reduction in heat being produced.
Reduced 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 compared to Liquid Propane models.
Improved Operator Ergonomics: There is much vibration and heat produced by IC or internal combustion Engines. Both of these situations could greatly result in operator fatigue.