Here is an introduction to electric forklifts:
Working Principle
Powered by a storage battery, it drives the travel motor and hydraulic system motor. Controlled by transistor controllers (SCR and MOS transistors), it converts chemical energy into electrical energy, enabling the forklift to travel and perform loading/unloading operations.
Classification
Including four-way electric forklifts, electric pallet stackers, manual-electric stackers, electric tractors, three-point electric forklifts, four-point counterbalance forklifts, reach trucks, three-point mini forklifts, ammunition counterbalance forklifts, cold storage-specific electric forklifts, electric explosion-proof forklifts, etc.
Advantages
- Environmental Protection and Energy Efficiency: No exhaust emissions, pollution-free, high energy efficiency, convenient charging, and reduced energy costs.
- Easy Operation: Electric steering, acceleration, hydraulic, and braking systems are all controlled by electrical signals, featuring simple and flexible operation, reducing labor intensity for operators and improving work efficiency and accuracy.
- Superior Performance: The development of electronic control technology expands the application range of electric forklifts, which also feature low noise and vibration, providing a comfortable working environment for operators.
Purchase Considerations
- Working Environment: Choose compact models for indoor operations; opt for more durable and powerful models for outdoor use or uneven ground.
- Load Capacity: ｓｅｌｅｃｔ a forklift with a rated load capacity greater than the maximum required load based on the heaviest goods to be handled.
- Battery Life: Understand the battery runtime and charging time, and choose a forklift that meets work duration needs. Consider spare batteries or fast-charging options.
- Premium Brands: Well-known brands typically offer reliable product quality and excellent after-sales service, ensuring the forklift’s durability and performance.
- Maintenance: Choose models easy to maintain and ensure the supplier can provide comprehensive maintenance services.
Daily Maintenance Tips
- Battery Maintenance: Regularly add distilled water; fully charge and store the battery if unused for a long time. Have spare batteries for multi-shift operations. Disconnect the charging circuit from the chopper during charging, use a smart charger, and avoid storing the battery in a discharged state.
- Vehicle Inspection: Pay attention to speed when starting and monitor the voltmeter. Do not switch the direction switch to change travel direction while moving. Listen for unusual sounds in the drive and steering systems, decelerate in advance before turning, and monitor the condition and stability of goods during operations.
