One name that stands out in the realm of forklifts and reach trucks is Heli, and their lithium battery-powered reach trucks have taken the industry by storm. As the sole distributor of Heli Forklifts in South Africa, Johnson Taylor Forklifts brings a game-changing solution to the market that redefines how we think about forklifts. This article will delve deep into the world of Heli lithium reach trucks, exploring their features, advantages, and environmental benefits.
The lithium advantage
At the heart of the Heli lithium reach truck’s superiority lies its lithium battery technology, which brings several benefits compared to traditional lead-acid batteries. One of the most significant advantages is the cost-effectiveness throughout the product lifecycle. Let’s take a closer look at what sets Heli lithium reach trucks apart.
Cost-efficiency
- Multiple working shifts: Lithium battery forklifts are designed to excel in multi-shift environments. They offer unparalleled convenience, lower implicit costs, and a more economical total running cost than their lead-acid counterparts.
- Maintenance savings: Heli lithium reach trucks feature maintenance-free motors, eliminating the need for costly carbon brushes and ensuring a long service life with minimal upkeep expenses.
- Energy regeneration: During deceleration, these trucks regenerate energy, which extends operation hours and contributes to cost savings by reducing the need for frequent recharging.
Cutting-edge features
Heli lithium reach trucks have cutting-edge features that enhance performance, safety, and efficiency.
- Motor control: Three-phase AC-type motor control on travelling, lifting, and steering ensures precise and responsive operation.
- Acceleration: These trucks offer excellent acceleration, improving productivity and response times.
- Hydraulic system: A newly designed hydraulic system boasts high working efficiency, complementing the truck’s overall performance.
- Advanced controllers: MOSFET (metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistor) lifting speed governing electric controller, in-motion travelling motor controller, and in-motion lifting motor controller enhance precision and control.
- CAN bus technology: CAN (controller area network) bus technology streamlines communication between various components, optimizing performance and responsiveness.
- Safety features: Heli lithium reach trucks prioritize safety with features like emergency power-off, parking brakes on slopes, and operation sequence protection.
- Steering: Electric-powered steering (EPS) offers ease of operation, flexibility, efficiency, and noise reduction. Real-time shifting between 180-degree and 360-degree steering modes further enhances manoeuvrability.
Environmental friendliness
- Zero emissions: Lithium battery technology is synonymous with zero emissions, making Heli lithium reach trucks an environmentally friendly choice.
- Low noise: These trucks operate quietly, reducing noise pollution in industrial settings.
- Corrosion-free: Unlike lead-acid batteries, lithium batteries are corrosion-free, ensuring a longer lifespan for the truck and the battery.
- Maintenance-free: Heli lithium reach trucks require minimal maintenance, with no need for fluid additions or dust-proofing. This translates to further cost savings.
Long Service Life
Heli lithium reach trucks are built to last, with over 75% capacity reserved even after 4 000 operation shifts. In equal working conditions, they outlast lead-acid batteries, and Heli offers a five-year or 10 000-hour quality guarantee for their high-performance lithium battery assemblies.
High-efficiency and energy savings
Charging a Heli lithium reach truck for just two hours provides enough power for six to eight hours of work. These trucks boast high-energy density, low self-discharge rates, and a 95% energy conversion rate, ensuring superior charging and discharging performance while remaining flexible in charging options.
Unmatched safety
Safety is paramount in industrial settings, and Heli lithium reach trucks excel in this area.
- Safety design: The trucks feature safety-focused designs, from lithium battery materials to battery core types and system power management.
- Closed circuit protection: Multiple node safety closed circuit protection ensures real-time safety monitoring in variable conditions.
- Charging safety: Locking affirming functions during charging prevent unsafe hot connecting and disconnecting operations.
- Emergency disconnect: A whole-system emergency button quickly disconnects the truck control system and BMS (battery management system) power in emergencies, ensuring operator and truck safety.
Versatility in extreme conditions
Heli lithium reach trucks are engineered to perform reliably in a wide range of temperatures, from -25°C to 55°C, surpassing lead-acid batteries in extreme environments.
Contact Johnson Taylor Forklifts for details
Heli lithium reach trucks represent a paradigm shift in material handling. With their superior cost-efficiency, advanced features, and eco-friendliness, they are setting new standards for the industry.
Contact us today for more information about the Heli lithium reach trucks we supply. Alternatively, please find your nearest branch to contact them directly.
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