EP Equipment’s solution for warehouse restrictions
As warehouse prices rise and the cost of maintaining a storage facility increases, business owners are looking more closely at optimising space and efficiency in their current locations. Companies are uncovering new challenges when it comes to operation within narrow aisle warehouse spaces. There is a need to fit increasing volumes of products into the same warehouse buildings without compromising ability to use equipment.
What are the smallest forklifts in the EP range?
EP Equipment has a range of warehouse equipment including small electric forklifts for sale from local dealers globally.
3 wheel electric forklift CPD15LE:
3 wheel electric forklift CPD15LE from EP is with compact size, but large space for the operator. It can fit in tight spaces due to its extremely small turning radius of only 1.5 m. 3 wheel electric forklift CPD15LE is equipped with a lithium-ion battery that can be charged several times during working hours to maintain productivity for a full 8-hour shift.
3 wheel electric forklift CPD15LE can be used in small to medium warehouses. 3 wheel electric forklift CPD15LE has a reduced width (1.09 m) and turning radius, which means that less space is needed, which allows more storage space. With the 3 wheel electric forklift CPD15LE it is possible to work with average and light materials. It has a lifting height of 3 m and a load capacity of 1.5 tons.
3 wheel electric forklift EFS101:
As an alternative, EP Equipment provides the EFS101 electric counterbalance forklift. The EFS101 is specially designed to meet light to medium handling needs in limited spaces.
This small electric forklift truck is equipped with a 24V/220Ah long-lasting lead-acid battery which can meet daily operation. The EFS101 is able to handle light and medium operation in a variety of different working conditions. The light weight, compact design offers the most simple and efficient operation for cargo/service lifts and mezzanine usage.
The EFS101 can cover over 80% of customers’ handling requirements according to research. The EFS101 is a compact machine with a light service weight (1520kg) and the added ability to operate on uneven surfaces thanks to its high ground clearance.
What are the use cases for small electric forklifts?
‘’At EP Equipment we aim to offer the right truck for every application. This includes small electric forklifts for operation in compact facilities.’’
When looking at the potential reasons behind needing a small electric forklifts the following warehouse features can be considered:
- Narrow Aisles (NA) or Very Narrow Aisles (VNA)
If your warehouse has narrow or very narrow aisles but the capacity required by your material handling equipment is still reasonably high, then a small electric forklift may be the solution for your business.
- Cargo/service lift
If your facility extends over multiple floors with the need to transport equipment and goods throughout then a forklift that is suitable for lift operation is a must.
How much is an electric forklift?
When looking at how much a small electric forklift will cost there are multiple factors to consider including:
Capacity
The capacity of an electric truck will affect the price you pay for the machine. 3 wheel electric forklift CPD15LE has a capacity of 1.5 tons, and EFS101 has a capacity of just under 1 ton.
Other machines used for indoor use, such as stackers, reach trucks and small electric pallet trucks, often cannot match the capacity of a small electric forklift.
Power type & long term costs
It is important to consider power type when looking at the price of a small electric forklift.
Lead acid batteries, such as that of the EFS 101 may be less expensive initially. However, a lithium battery solution may contribute to a more cost-efficient warehouse operation in the long run.
Lithium battery benefits include:
- Longer service life
- Possibility for faster charging
- Higher efficiency
- More environmentally friendly
- No maintenance required
3 wheel electric forklift CPD15LE is designed around the advantages of lithium-ion technology. With a 48V / 160Ah battery that provides the ability to charge, the CPD15LE electric forklift has the ability to charge up to 7% in 10 minutes. Increased efficiency will lead to increased performance, which means that long-term costs can be reduced thanks to the lithium-ion battery.
When buying an electric forklift, it is important to note the environmental benefits in addition to the monetary gain. To learn more about how electric forklifts affect the environment, read here. https://www.regostore.com/en/news/boosting-environmental-sustainability-with-the-advantages-of-electric-forklifts/
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