For businesses that lift and transport heavy materials and merchandise regularly, there is probably no more valuable or effective equipment as the forklift. Lift trucks are a common site in manufacturing plants, dockyards, distribution depots, lumber yards, shipping and receiving, agriculture, warehouses and other work places that has to handle loads ranging from 3000 to 30,000 plus pounds.
Fork trucks are normally utilized to keep these operations working smoothly and efficiently. Even if lift trucks are a big investment, the amount of man hours they can save and the injuries they reduce from heavy lifting could make the purchase pay for itself in little time.
There are numerous different units and manufacturers of lift trucks on the market. Different models are made to accomplish various jobs. In order to make sure that you don't buy more than you need or the wrong type of machinery, it is really essential to assess the needs of your business and compare to the different models available on the market. Talking to a authorized forklift distributor is a good idea and so is doing your own research online.
When looking at lift trucks by the kind of fuel, the following types are available:
Electric: Electric forklifts utilize heavy, large, rechargeable batteries which are lead-acid based. These batteries could run for roughly 5 or 6 hours straight. Electric units are great for indoor use because of their lack of emissions. They are a common option for retail spaces and warehouses since they put zero emissions into the air where people are working and provide a relatively low cost per hour of operation.
Internal Combustion: The IC engine operates on a variety of different fuels such as CNG or compressed natural gas, others take diesel, liquid propane or LP or gasoline. When compared to electric forklifts, the internal combustion or IC models are easier to refuel, accelerate faster and could carry heavier loads. These units are typically more expensive to utilize than their electric counterparts.
Fuel Cell: The newest in forklift technology is the Hydrogen fuel cell. These models provide the fast refueling capability of an internal combustion unit but offer the zero emissions and quietness of electric lift trucks.
Nissan's outdoor units will provide synchronized steering. This feature automatically returns the wheel knob to the original position following completing a turn. Equipped with solid pneumatic tires to provide a comfortable ride both outdoors and indoors, these tires are more resistant to both wear and damage.