A decisive factor for economic efficiency in intralogistics is ensuring maximum availability of systems and forklift trucks. Downtimes of the forklift truck fleet cause high costs and drastically reduce productivity. Digital networking of the charging technology can make an important contribution to increasing the availability of the forklift truck fleet.
This article was first published in the April 15th 2022 issue of Warehouse & Logistics News, subscribe to the magazine by clicking here.
With Fronius’ software solution Charge & Connect, it is possible to digitally link the forklift truck charging stations. A clear dashboard creates transparency with regard to all relevant charging data. Thanks to this continuous monitoring of the chargers, operators can reduce downtimes of their forklift truck fleet to a minimum. In addition, application errors can be detected promptly and avoided in the future.
Global battery manufacturer and UK market leader for automotive, GS Yuasa, has partnered with the popular automotive YouTube channel Car Throttle. The partnership sees GS Yuasa support the overhaul of a REVA G-Wiz by suppling and helping to fit eight of their industry-leading Pro Spec batteries to return the iconic EV to the tarmac for the first time in over a decade. More commonly found in applications ranging from golf carts and mobility scooters to forklifts and access platforms, GS Yuasa Pro Spec batteries have been specifically designed to provide maximum durability and extended life in deep discharge applications.
From April, the Hoppecke grid Xtreme VR pure lead battery for the European market will be manufactured in the firm’s new Polish production facility. The Hoppecke grid Xtreme VR battery is tailored to the needs and challenges of data centres and the telecoms market. Above all, the increased power and durability as well as good performance even in elevated ambient temperatures ensure optimal use.
EUROBAT, the association of European automotive and industrial battery manufacturers, has joined the Global Battery Alliance (GBA). GBA is a public-private collaboration platform founded in 2017 at the World Economic Forum to help establish a sustainable battery value chain by 2030. It brings together leading international organisations, NGOs, industry actors, academics and multiple governments to align collectively in a pre-competitive approach, to drive systemic change along the entire value chain.
Battery pioneer Britishvolt, the UK’s foremost investor in battery cell technologies and R&D, has entered into an industry-leading battery recycling joint venture with strategic partner Glencore. The joint venture will develop a world-leading ecosystem for battery recycling in the UK. This ecosystem will be anchored at a new recycling plant located at the Britannia Refined Metals operation (BRM – located in Northfleet), a Glencore company.
It is exciting to see the innovation from power sources providers which helps maximise the efficiency of forklifts.
George Simpson
Features Editor
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