1. Lower Long-Term Running Costs
Electric forklifts tend to have a higher upfront purchase price, they are significantly cheaper to maintain over their lifetime. How? Based on a typical lifespan of five years there is a saving of approximately 30% or more in maintenance on an electric forklift compared to their diesel or LPG counterparts whilst refuelling and recharging expenses are lower also.
2. Environmental Friendliness – On a Large Scale!
Electric forklifts produce zero emissions during operation. By opting for electric forklifts, you can reduce your carbon footprint and promote sustainability. This is important for all businesses to consider. In some parts of the world, electric is becoming a mandated requirement. For some industries there are codes or agreements being developed. Indeed, accounting standards are moving towards acknowledging carbon – and once it is being measured, it is likely to be policed!
3. Environmental Friendliness - In The Workplace
Not to stress the point, but electric forklifts produce zero emissions during operation. This means in the workplace there are fewer fumes being emitted leading to a cleaner and healthier work environment. This advantage is crucial (and at times required) when operating in areas with limited ventilation or strict emission standards.
4. Excellent Manoeuvrability
Electric forklifts are designed with a compact chassis and a lower centre of gravity, making them ideal for navigating tight spaces. Their improved manoeuvrability allows easy movement around narrow aisles and tight corners in warehouses and other confined areas.
5. Quiet Operation
Electric forklifts operate silently, which is beneficial for noise-sensitive environments such as warehouses, retail spaces, and manufacturing facilities. Their quiet performance ensures minimal disruption to daily operations.
6. Easy Maintenance
Electric forklifts have fewer moving parts than their gas or diesel counterparts. This simplicity leads to reduced maintenance requirements and less downtime. No need for oil changes, spark plugs, or exhaust system maintenance—just regular battery checks and occasional component inspections.
7. Recent improvements In Battery Electric Technology
Whilst electric forklifts have been around for generations, the technology is moving forward in leaps and bounds. It is very possible to operate electric forklifts in environments once seen as LPG or deisel domains. Dust and water proofing has improved. Similarly, lithium ion batteries have presented benefits of opportunity charging, longer life cycles and lower maintenance requirements than conventional lead acid battery types
Investing in electric forklifts isn’t just about lifting loads—there is a benefit in lifting efficiency, sustainability, and your bottom line.
At Clark we have a full line of electric forklifts and materials handling solutions ranging from 1.2t lithium-Ion pallet jack to reach trucks with 10.5m reach; from electric tow tractors to 5t electric counterbalance forklifts. If your business is looking to go electric reach out to us for one of our experts to assist!
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