3. How to choose a front forklift?

In this sequel, "How to Choose a Forklift?", We will focus on the choice of fuel-powered truck. There are three variants available and we will say a little about each of them.

The first choice may be an electric forklift. This type of truck is powered by an electric motor and charged by a traction battery. Thanks to this drive, the truck is very environmentally friendly. It emits no emissions and is a suitable choice for operations with increased demands on hygiene, such as food warehouses and production facilities. It has not been the case for electric lifts for some time that it is not intended for outdoor use. Thanks to the modernization of traction batteries, its use is also possible in cold stores where the temperature drops to -30 ° C. The disadvantage of an electric forklift is the long time it takes to recharge the battery. This process takes several hours and the entire charging process must be followed for proper operation. If we are considering an electric wheelchair, we should also take into account the need for regular maintenance to ensure the longest possible battery life. A specially adapted trolley with side / quick battery change is available for heavy-duty operations. The operating costs of the electric truck are comparable to other variants, as it is necessary to include in the operating costs of the truck the purchase of a new battery at the end of its life or loss of capacity.

The second option can be gas / LPG forklifts. These trucks are an ideal choice where both indoor and outdoor handling is required. In case of interest, this type of truck can be adapted to CNG drive. It is even more environmentally friendly and the service life of pressure vessels is even longer. LPG trucks are powered by propane compressed into a pressure vessel. This container has a holder on the trolley into which the bottle is clamped, and the gas is led to the trolley through a hose. Replacing a gas cylinder is not complicated, you just need to have a secure fuel supply from a special supplier. Many people think that they can change a gas bottle quickly and easily at a gas station. However, the opposite is true, the two gases differ in composition and when using poor quality gas, the fuel filters become clogged quickly and the truck is damaged. Another frequently asked question when choosing is fuel consumption. It can be said that the difference between the consumption of gas and diesel engines is almost non-existent, or only minimal.

The third candidate for choice is a diesel forklift. So far, the most used handling technique. Although the least environmentally friendly, thanks to modern and better filters, it is beginning to equalize its competition in terms of emissions. Thanks to additional filters, use is already possible inside the halls. These are trucks with diesel engines that excel in their power. It is produced in various designs due to its versatility. We can get a diesel forklift from a load capacity of 900 kg up to 40 tons. It is also available in off-road design with all-wheel drive for demanding conditions. It is very easy to use and still has a lot of supporters. What you will certainly appreciate about the diesel lift is the simple refueling. There is no need for a charging station or storage of spare pressure vessels, you just refuel and drive happily.