Forklift Batteries

Purchase and maintain forklift batteries for your business

By Kelly Shetsky, Anchor/Reporter

Getting an industrial forklift battery for your business is as easy as a few clicks on the computer. Forklift battery manufacturers offer a variety of choices. You can buy refurbished industrial batteries or new ones. Both will last for a long time.

When looking for forklift batteries, keep these things in mind:

1. Forklift batteries are a long-term investment. They are vital to keeping your business running.
2. Refurbished batteries are tested and reconditioned. By the time they go through the entire refurbishing process, they're like new.
3. It's important to maintain batteries for forklifts. You'll get a much longer battery life if you regularly clean them.

Buy forklift batteries online

Read the specifications of each battery online. Most forklift battery suppliers have the features listed on their websites. Look for batteries with built-in overflow prevention, full-power ratings and a manufacturer's warranty.
Try: Decker Forklifts, Inc sells three different types of forklift batteries and chargers. Fill out their inquiry form. Use this search tool to find Toyota forklift battery suppliers. ThomasNet offers a comprehensive directory of forklift battery manufacturers and forklift battery providers. LiftTruck.com is another good resource.

Save money by buying refurbished industrial batteries

Knock up to 40% off your bill by purchasing a refurbished industrial battery instead of a new one. If you buy used forklift batteries from a reputable company, you can rest assured they are tested fully. Forklift battery providers inspect the battery to make sure it holds a charge. The used forklift batteries are washed and corrosion is removed. They are also sanded and repainted.
Try: Battery Works, Inc sells refurbished industrial batteries. They are all tested and reconditioned. Take a look at USA-Forklifts.com's products. They sell refurbished industrial batteries.

Get forklift battery charging stands

Forklift battery stands are a smart idea for your business. They're made of wood or steel, depending on the style you want. Look for one that's sloped to the back to prevent the batteries from rolling out. All have roller bases to allow for easy access to the forklift batteries.
Try: Sackett Battery Handling Systems sells single-level and multi-level battery charging stands. Also take a look at Eliftruck.com's inventory of batteries and forklift battery charging stands.

Protect your investment by buying a forklift battery wash

Forklift battery maintenance is very important. You must wash and neutralize industrial forklift batteries on a regular basis to prevent corrosion on the terminal cables and terminals. It also helps reduce dirt from building up on the top of the forklift battery. Forklift battery suppliers usually offer a few battery wash models. They all wash the forklift batteries in the same way. The difference is how you load the batteries onto the unit.
Try: Sackett Battery Handling Systems sells several different types of forklift battery washes.

Replace batteries for forklifts with a battery changing system

Battery changing systems do just as their name implies--they are mobile battery changers that attach to a pallet truck. They are designed to remove and replace industrial forklift batteries. A vacuum cup attaches to the battery casing and removes it smoothly. The forklift battery is then placed onto the roller bed.
Try: Check out American Surplus for used battery changing systems.

It's important to contact forklift battery providers by phone to see if they have the part you need in stock. Items may be listed online for a company, but may not always be in stock.