Electric forklifts are powered by a large battery that generally has enough power to last a full shift. They produce no emissions and so can be used indoors, unlike gas forklifts. With electric forklifts, you don't have to worry about fuel costs, but the purchase price may be higher. They also require time to recharge, and you must have a recharging station.
Electric forklift distributors offer support services to help you create an electric forklift fleet that meets the needs of your individual company. Electric forklift prices vary depending on whether you lease, rent, or buy new or used electric forklifts.
Small and large businesses need electric forklifts. Electric forklift suppliers often offer financing and consulting services to help you choose just the right product. You have many choices, depending on what work you need done, including:
1. Walkie lift trucks (these motorized pallet jacks allow the operator to stand on parallel metal bars while moving goods around a warehouse);
2. Pneumatic tire lift trucks;
3. Walk/ride electric pallet trucks; and,
4. Multipurpose articulated electric forklifts (these versatile trucks allow operators to turn the lift section in different directions without moving the body of the vehicle).
Find electric forklifts for sale from manufacturers
Many companies manufacture electric forklifts in a variety of sizes and strengths. Large electric forklift manufacturers provide management services to help your business design the most cost-effective fleet and choose the best forklift for your needs. You can often make a purchase at a local electric forklift distributor.
Purchase used electric forklifts
Consider buying a used electric forklift to save money for your business.
Consider renting or leasing an electric forklift
When you need extra equipment, want to test an electric forklift before purchase or need an electric forklift for a short-term project, you may prefer to rent or lease. Leasing can offer tax advantages for businesses, does not tie up bank credit lines the way a loan for a purchase would, and provides flexible terms and the option to return unnecessary equipment.
- Make sure electric forklift parts and accessories such as forklift extensions are easy to find and affordable before you decide which electric forklift to purchase.
