Propane Forklifts
Besides the bother of having to change the propane cylinder, there is little risk connected with running out of fuel with propane forklifts. These models are rather a bit lower in their cost than diesel and electric lift trucks. The debate to whether or not the propane emissions are cleaner compared to diesel emissions continues within the business.
The propane lift truck performs better than most electric units on the market these days on tasks which need high applications and constant duty drive line torque. There are several electric models that are supposed to handle equally or better. Depending on the specific situation, propane lifts may or may not be acceptable for handling food and edible goods. Provided that WorkSafeBC criteria are met, propane forklifts are acceptable for most indoor use.
The Drawbacks of LPG Propane Forklifts
The LPG's key drawbacks when compare to the diesel lift truck includes the fact that they are not as effective when performing jobs which require high and or constant duty drive line torque. These models have a liability exposure, due to the possibility of a fuel system leak whilst the truck is located indoors. In addition, operators should be trained on the safe use of propane fuel. The rearward visibility off of the back end of the counterweight is restricted. This is due to the propane tank's location.
The fuel cost is higher with propane models when compared to the diesel model. Because of the frequency at which the propane tanks are changed, there are possible injuries that can happen. Unless a site has a bulk fill station, propane might require to be changed every six hours of use. Propane forklifts could be trickier to start and run smoothly when they are used in freezing temperatures. In remote places, propane fuel is not always available at once. In the next few decades, the fossil fuel cost is projected to climb dramatically. Take into account and plan for overall expense or repair and maintenance, as well as the total cost of ownership to be the highest of the 3 options.
There is a real possibility that the LPG forklift units will be perfect for you, but will ultimately depend on what your requirements are. It is best to take into consideration your specific lifting requirements and loads as well as the kinds of environments you would be using the machinery in order to be certain that you buy the best model that would meet your requirements.