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Lithium transition: It’s all about the outcomes
December 8, 2023
Lithium power is seen as the fastest growing motive power choice for electric trucks, though it has competition from options including thin plate pure lead and hydrogen fuel cells. For end users like City Furniture and Hamilton Beach Brands, motive power has to deliver on outcomes like space savings and uptime.
CALSTART research forecasts strong growth in zero-emission off-road equipment
November 1, 2022
Zero-emission off-highway assessment project's scope includes lift trucks, involves collaboration with the California Air Resources Board (CARB). Forklifts and underground mining equipment seen as successful market segments for electrification progress.
Electrification and Design Innovations drive evolution in Lift Trucks and MEWPs
October 27, 2022
New sensor capabilities and more electric components are paving the way for significant changes in how equipment operates on a daily basis.
Electric rider pallet trucks: Advances in workflow and safety
August 15, 2022
Several recent developments here include center-rider cabs, lithium-ion batteries and autonomous operating systems. But perhaps most important is improved operator confidence.
Electric trucks take on e-commerce pressures
January 14, 2022
Electric lift trucks are evolving to deal with pressures wrought by e-commerce, including labor shortages and higher handling volumes, through high- and low-tech means.
New Tests Prove: LFP Lithium Batteries Live Longer than NMC
October 19, 2021
Contrary to the claims of many NMC-based lithium battery manufacturers, LFP chemistry is superior compared to NMC – it is safer, offers a longer lifespan, and is generally less expensive than NMC, NCA.
Automotive builds a new path
April 13, 2021
Transportation of parts and assemblies in auto plants is taking on a new look with its increasing use of guided vehicles and carts as well as autonomous mobile robots. In a word, it’s all about flexibility.
New Belgium Brewing Company’s forklifts increase operators’ efficiency
November 30, 2020
The electric forklifts are comfortable, durable and easy to use.
Other Voices: Five steps to ensure a healthier forklift fleet
February 27, 2020
With or without telematics, disciplined assessments of a forklift fleet and its batteries can improve facility operations as well as the broader supply chain.
Electric Forklifts Aren’t as Clean as You Think
June 20, 2019
Propane forklifts operate cleaner than both electric and gasoline options.
Ratto Bros. embraces fleet of electric forklifts
October 15, 2018
Powered by solar energy, the forklifts can increase efficiency and sustainability.
Lift Truck Tips: Changing the current of lift truck maintenance
January 12, 2017
Electric equipment offers more data, which is only as good as the practices to apply it.
Sales of advanced electric forklifts in North America to exceed 47,000 by 2025
April 27, 2016
Report finds electric forklifts have higher upfront costs but can reduce operating costs.
Toyota Industries Corporation to acquire the forklift business of Tailift
September 29, 2014
Serving primarily China and Taiwan, Tailift produces 28,000 forklifts annually.
Advanced Charging Technologies partners with Green Charge Technologies
July 15, 2014
Partnership to include development of next generation of industrial and electric vehicle battery chargers and monitoring systems.