Today lots of companies are trying to be as environmentally responsible as possible. There are demanding cleaner products to utilize in their place of business. In order to meet these expectations, forklift companies and their suppliers are considering alternative fuel ideas and cleaner burning energy sources.
Technology is currently able to help manufacturers build models which 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. Many manufacturers have since been prompted to invest more into the development and research of these emerging machines.
About 60 percent of today's forklift market is represented by electric models. This is up from around 45 percent approximately 20 years ago. More and more companies and businesses are enjoying lower operating costs by choosing electric. Like for example, the cost efficiency alone when it comes to the fuel and maintenance costs save businesses thousands of dollars. The electric models offer a longer life to the fleet, in comparison to internal combustion models and the reduced emissions in the facility enable a lot better air quality for people working indoors.
Less Emissions: There is a better overall improvement in operating condition because these units do not emit carcinogens or carbons. This has resulted in better health for all employees working near forklifts.
Reduced Costs: Less operating expenses have resulted from fewer moving components and the reduction in heat being produced.
Reduced Fuel Expenses: The electric models 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 Internal Combustion or IC Engines. Both of these situations could really lead to operator fatigue.