63%
The percentage of total warehouse operating costs attributed to order picking
Did You Know?
High-intensity warehouses must address multiple challenges simultaneously – accommodate strict emissions regulations, and do more with less available labor.
50%
The percentage of warehouse leaders who identify labor performance and productivity as a top issue
43%
The percentage of supply chain leaders who identify rising customer service expectations as extremely or very challenging
Why Lithium-ion lift trucks?
Today’s warehouses need lift truck power to enhance productivity – not work against it.
Yale® lift trucks powered by lithium-ion batteries are ideal for high-intensity operations. Simple opportunity charging, consistent performance in hot and cold environments and no maintenance requirements enable lithium-ion batteries to help provide the utmost productivity while supporting compliance with emissions regulations.
Enhance efficiency
- Fully charge in as little as 1-2 hours
- Deliver consistent power until full depletion
- Reach up to 8 hours of continuous runtime
Increase productivity
- No cleaning, watering, cool down or equalization requirements means operators can spend more time on revenue-generating activities
- Opportunity charge quickly and conveniently with no memory degradation
Reach green targets
- Generate zero harmful emissions while in operation or charging
- Improve air quality on and off the shop floor
Freedom and flexibility
Lithium-ion-ready lift trucks
Yale offers a robust lineup of lithium-ion-ready electric counterbalance and warehouse lift trucks, set up from the factory to run on either traditional lead-acid batteries or lithium-ion power. Simply use the truck display or controller to change between power source and battery suppliers – no additional changes to the lift truck required.
Get the expertise to see if lithium-ion batteries are right for your operation
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