In the mind of many people the traction battery is more expensive than the truck itself. Dual drive in general also offers a higher performance. With dual drive you have the benefit of a smaller turning cycle and a lower seating position. Single drive trucks have the drive train like a diesel truck, just with an electric motor instead of an IC motor. Can be used on inclinations and more slippery floors. Therefore, optimum traction and power when you need it. They are most suitable for indoor applications.įront wheel drive trucks are powered on the front wheels, where the pressure of the load is. Rear wheel drive trucks are compact, simple, and easy to use. Powerful, indoor, and outdoor, inclinations, shortest turning circle. 3 Wheel, Compact, simple technology, affordable electric truck. All EP trucks are ‘open-source software’ controlled with Zapi controllers and any technician can do maintenance and repairs or change the drive parameters of our electric trucks easily. Repairs might seem more difficult, but EP keeps it simple. In reality there are fewer moving parts compared to an IC engine and the maintenance requirements are much lower. Generally electric trucks might seem more complex. There will be no engine problems when charging correctly and using for the right shift with electric forklifts offering the lowest running costs when using longer hours. Within one year the additional cost of an electric truck can break even for your business with the added bonus of no exhaust gases and a truck that’s always on standby, just push the pedal and start working. Experience 80% savings on energy costs compared to diesel trucks. With flexibility to handle any load and running at the lowest possible costs, after a whole day of work, fuel up with electricity for the price of just 2 litres of fuel. Why buy an electric forklift over gas or diesel?Įlectric forklift trucks are the ideal work horse. Need more information on the right truck for your application? Contact our team. EP Equipment produces 3-wheel forklift, 4-wheel forklift, LPG truck, diesel truck, electric truck and walkie counterbalance truck. They can handle any pallet and with specific forklift attachment they can handle any load. Electric forklifts have a smaller environmental footprint than larger forklift trucks, and so have a lower operating cost.Ĭounterbalance trucks are the traditional forklift trucks, the multi-purpose-one-size-fits-all tool in any business. Some types of electric forklifts are optimised for outdoor use and can be used on rougher terrain. Electric forklifts are a useful way to load and unload lift trucks on the ground, and to transport construction equipment from a delivery vehicle to a construction site. They are easy to use, meaning that operator efficiency can be maximised, and allow operations to be carried out in small spaces. They can also be used for a number of maintenance tasks and applications.Īs in industrial applications, electric forklifts are a cost-effective, simple way to transport loads. Electric forklift trucks can be a great all-purpose solution for small-scale industries, allowing you to lift, stack, and position loads without the need for a full-size forklift truck. This means that they can be a very versatile tool in an industrial environment and have a variety of uses. With the right forklift attachment, they can be used to deal with any type of load. Electric counterbalance forklifts are ideal for intense use in demanding situations and provide increased performance, stability and safety.Įlectric forklifts can also be used in any other industrial application.
They can be used for transporting goods over distances and run smoothly on the level surface of a warehouse floor. They are easy to manoeuvre in tight spaces and can stack pallets form mid or high levels.
Common use cases for electric forklifts:Įlectric forklifts are perfectly suited to most warehouse applications. EP designs forklifts around the benefits of electric power and create compact electric forklift trucks that transform your business. They are a great option for businesses looking to maximise warehouse space, as their smaller size means that they have increased manoeuvrability, and increased ability to stack goods in tight spaces. EP Electric Forklifts can be used to carry heavy loads on a variety of terrains with many operating just like an IC Truck. Electric forklifts can be used for a wide variety of applications and can be an asset to industries that are depending on pallet stackers and other material handling equipment available.