Is it Normal for a Forklift’s Battery to be Really Hot?

Written by editor on May 28, 2012 – 6:32 pm -

Batteries in lift trucks get hot when being used and when charging. If you are wondering if your forklift battery is too hot, read this short informative article.


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Forklift Fuel Cost Calculator – Cat Lift Trucks

Written by editor on September 13, 2011 – 11:41 am -

Forklift Fuel Cost Calculator – Propane vs Electric lift trucks: Looking to reduce costs or calculate the cost difference between running a propane (fossil fuel) forklift vs and electric forklift? This calculator helps you calculate your total overall cost of ownership from Cat Lift Trucks.


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Forklift Battery Charger – 10 charging tips for lift truck batteries

Written by editor on September 5, 2011 – 8:11 pm -

Top 10 tips on how to charge a forklift battery with with an industrial lift truck charger. Is my charger matched to my forklift battery? Is my charger damaging my forklift battery? What should I do when watering a pallet jack battery? Electric forklifts need batteries and chargers, which charger is right for me?


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Enersys – Forklift Battery Maintenance Explained

Written by scottw on June 2, 2011 – 9:30 am -

Forklift Battery and Charger Preventive Maintenance programs – “A Wise Investment” Written by: Scott Weiss…


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Forklift Battery Model and Serial Number

Written by Administrator on May 16, 2011 – 7:49 am -

Finding the model and serial number on a forklift battery can be deceiving. Many will write down the model number on the side of the battery tray, when in fact the battery model and serial number are stamped on the top of the battery in the lead terminal post. This article will guide you to help you find the model and serial number. You may want to find a price or source a replacement battery for your forklift. This article will help you find the information you need.


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Video: EnerSys’ new faster charger for lift trucks at ProMat 2011

Written by Administrator on March 24, 2011 – 7:13 pm -

New forklift battery charger from Enersys. The eMAX HF battery chargers can opportunity charge batteries for lift trucks faster than conventional battery chargers. Enersys is interviewed on VIDEO at ProMat 2011 by WarehouseIQ.com


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The Most Efficient Forklift Battery Chargers

Written by smunton on January 1, 2011 – 5:22 pm -

An expert comparison of the efficiencies of various different forklift charging technologies. The article draws the conclusion that newer charging technologies justify their higher purchase price through energy efficiency.


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How to charge and care for forklift batteries

Written by adammaxfield on November 27, 2010 – 4:06 pm -

Battery maintenance guide: What is proper way to care for a forklift battery? When charging forklift batteries, you need to follow these simple rules: cool, clean, water, charge, discharge, rotate. This article explains what to do on a daily, weekly and monthly bases.


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