Big Joe Forklifts announced four new purpose-built, integrated lithium-ion lift trucks and energy storage solutions designed to drive electrification.
“The mix of industrial lift trucks making up the North American market has been trending electric at a snail’s pace since it was a 50/50 mix of electric and internal combustion (IC) back in 1984,” says Martin Boyd, chief marketing officer. “When you dig below the surface however, this slow movement toward electrics has primarily been driven by equipment found within the warehousing and distribution space, whereas sit-down type counterbalance equipment has continued to favor internal combustion over that same period with very little movement. With our Powering Progress mindset, Big Joe is poised to be the industry leader in electrification, partnering with organizations that have the need or desire to make the switch from internal combustion but haven’t been able to in the past.”
Key takeaways:
- The LCE65S expands the range of Big Joe’s purpose-built, integrated Lithium-ion cushion tire forklifts with 6,500-pound capacity. It’s intentionally designed to completely undermine ITA Class 4 cushion tire internal combustion forklifts.
- The LPE100S is projected to run 30% higher lift speed, 20% higher travel speed and improved gradeability compared to its predecessor, the LPE100. Aimed squarely at Class 5 pneumatic tire internal combustion forklifts, the LPE100S eliminates engine maintenance and costs incurred by applications handling load weights up to 10,000 pounds.
- The LPX155 features permanent magnet synchronous motor control, powered by an integrated high-voltage Lithium-ion battery. Its multiple cooling systems intelligently keep core components cool for reliable operation in high-throughput applications, while handling loads up to 15,500 pounds in both indoor and outdoor environments.
- And the Mobile Power Unit (MPU) bolsters limited grid power or acts as a power source for sites with limited or no electrical supply. It boasts the ability to charge up to three forklifts concurrently at 60kW total output.
