By 2028, 75% of global counterbalanced forklifts will use lithium battery power

When it comes to electric forklifts, the biggest trend is the rapid growth of forklifts powered by lithium ion (Li-ion) batteries. Analysts not only predict that lithium-ion power units will grow strongly, but forklift OEMs have also launched more models, aiming to take advantage of the characteristics of lithium-ion, such as energy density, small size, and fast charging, making lithium-ion ideal for opportunity charging .

According to data from Interact Analysis, by 2028, lithium batteries will become the driving force for most electric forklifts on sale. Among all types of power equipment, the market share of lithium batteries will rise from 16.2% in 2020 to 47.3%. Interact also predicts that by 2028, in the third-tier market, 75% of the world will be lithium battery forklifts, many of which will be in the Chinese market. The analysis company pointed out that although the initial price of lithium-ion power is indeed high, the advantages of superior energy density, cycle life, efficiency, low maintenance and shorter charging time will stimulate its growth.

For example, Hyder 3ton lithium battery model has created more space in the operating room to achieve better operator ergonomics and visibility, while also making the vehicle compact and stable.

Because the charging speed of lithium batteries is much faster than traditional lead-acid batteries.Through the opportunity to charge, the lithium battery power unit can run 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, no need to stop to replace the battery when changing shifts. This not only saves the task of changing the battery, the most important thing is that these batteries can maintain a constant voltage, and there is no need for battery filling and other tasks.

In general, users should evaluate the total cost of ownership of lithium batteries and give them close consideration when they expand their fleet or retire old electric lift trucks. "With all the benefits and advantages of integrated lithium-ion batteries, we expect to see more forklifts using integrated lithium-ion batteries.

lead-acid Electric forklifts are a proven choice and will continue to be a good choice for many direct currents in the next few years. However, when it comes to establishing proper battery refill intervals and procedures, they do require additional maintenance practices, and lithium-ion batteries do not have this problem.

Of course, there is no electric forklift of any kind, even if it is a lithium battery, it is not completely maintenance-free. Therefore, visual inspection of cables and connections is still a good practice