You'll notice some pieces of heavy equipment that are as effective or valuable as a forklift for businesses and companies which have to move heavy materials and things. Forklifts are a common site in manufacturing plants, dockyards, distribution depots, lumber yards, agriculture, warehouses, shipping and receiving and other work places that require to deal with loads ranging from 3000 to 30,000 plus lbs.
Fork trucks are commonly used to keep these operations working smoothly and efficiently. Even if lift trucks are a large investment, the injuries they reduce from heavy lifting and the amount of man hours they can save can make the purchase pay for itself eventually.
There are numerous different units and manufacturers of forklifts available on the market. Different units are designed to accomplish various jobs. In order to make sure that you don't buy the wrong type of machine or buy more than you require, it is very vital to evaluate the needs of your company and compare to the various units offered on the market. Talking to a qualified forklift distributor is a very good idea and so is doing your own research online.
When looking at lift trucks by the type of fuel, the following types are available:
Electric: Electric forklifts utilize heavy, large, rechargeable batteries which are lead-acid based. These batteries can run for approximately 5 or 6 hours straight. Electric models are great for indoor use due to their lack of emissions. They are a common option for warehouses and retail spaces because they provide a relatively low cost per hour of operation and put zero emissions into the air where individuals are working.
Internal Combustion: The IC engine operates on a range of different fuels such as CNG or compressed natural gas, others take diesel, LP or liquid propane or gasoline. When compared to electric forklifts, the IC or internal combustion units could carry heavier loads, are easier to refuel and accelerate faster. These units are usually more expensive to use compared to their electric counterparts.
Fuel Cell: The newest in lift truck technology is the Hydrogen fuel cell. These models offer the zero emissions and quietness of electric lift trucks but provide the fast refueling capability of an internal combustion unit.
Nissan's outdoor models will provide synchronized steering. This particular feature automatically returns the wheel knob to the original position after the completion of a turn. Equipped with solid pneumatic tires to offer a comfortable ride both indoors and outdoors, these tires are more resistant to both damage and wear.