by Jim Lane | Jun 7, 2022 | Productivity, Safety, Warehouse Equipment
As the electric forklift industry evolves, new battery chemistries and high-frequency chargers present unique challenges for distribution centers. While manually changing batteries is still a valid option for many high-volume companies, parking and charging forklifts...
by John Lawton | May 5, 2022 | Automation, Operations, Productivity
Changing forklift batteries efficiently is a vital component of warehouse operations often overlooked. Implementing warehouse automation for operators affects the bottom line, impacts health & safety, and, if correctly implemented, dramatically affect warehouse...
by Jim Lane | Apr 13, 2022 | Operations, Productivity, Products, Safety
Let’s discuss how battery handling can protect your forklift fleet. As batteries age, they typically use more water and need to be cleaned more often to remove corrosion and other debris that can cause low voltage drainage, even when not in use. Because of this, many...
by Carney Battery Handling | Jan 21, 2022 | Automation, Operations, Productivity, Products
Electrically Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV’s) are becoming increasingly common, as many manufacturers look to reduce their carbon footprint with equipment that simply plugs in. It’s best to invest in automation progressively, tackling each section of your...
by Carney Battery Handling | Nov 16, 2021 | Operations, Productivity, Safety
Properly caring for your forklift batteries lengthens their lifespan; the question is, what upkeep is required to achieve longevity for your batteries, and how often should you do it? Forklift batteries need to be maintained to protect the operator, battery, and...
by Jim Lane | Oct 1, 2021 | Operations, Productivity
Trending for decades, changing and charging has been a hot topic in the electric forklift market for years. New battery technologies continue to emerge, challenging the industry, like lithium-ion and TPPL (Thin Plate Pure Lead) technology dominating sales...
