Recently, I have come into contact with many practitioners in small warehouses and found that everyone pays a lot of attention to the handling equipment suitable for such scenarios, especially the 1.5-ton lithium-ion electric forklift. As a person who has been deeply involved in the field of electric handling equipment for many years, today I will combine some first-line feedback and my own test experience to talk about the use experience of such equipment in small warehouses.
Space adaptation experience
Small warehouses generally have the characteristics of narrow aisles, limited stacking heights, and more available space at the corners. In the past, internal combustion forklifts with the same load were often limited in operation in such scenarios due to their large body and long wheelbase, and right-angle stacking required a lot of extra distance. The 1.5-ton lithium-ion battery body is usually relatively compact, and the design pays more attention to turning flexibility. The turning radius of many models can be controlled within a reasonable range. The standard narrow passage of about 2.8 meters is basically smooth, and it will not touch the shelves or goods on both sides. If the warehouse has some smaller temporary passages, the route can be planned in advance. At the same time, because the body is short, it can be easily parked in the idle corner of the warehouse without taking up too much storage or working space.
Power and battery life
In terms of power, the daily handling requirements of small warehouses are mainly about 1.2 to 1.3 tons of cartons, hardware accessories, food raw materials, etc., which can be fully covered with a rated load of 1.5 tons. When driving on flat ground, the vehicle has good stability, no obvious bumps, and the steering is more accurate. Novices can adapt quickly. If the ramp is within 5 degrees common in warehouses, it can pass smoothly under load conditions, and there will be no obvious signs of power shortage or rolling. The battery life depends on the specific battery capacity configuration. At present, the mainstream standard configuration on the market can basically meet the needs of one day under the condition of working 8 hours a day and intermittent handling. In scenarios where the handling frequency is not high, it can even be used for about a day and a half.
Charging and maintenance points
In terms of charging, the advantage of lithium-ion forklifts is that they can be charged at any time. They do not have to be fully discharged like some traditional batteries before charging. They can replenish part of the power by plugging in before lunch break or get off work, and they are more at ease in emergencies. If there is a suitable fast charging function, it can replenish a certain proportion of power in one or two hours, and it is no problem to deal with temporary increased handling tasks. Daily maintenance is much simpler than internal combustion forklifts. There are no complex parts such as engines and gearboxes that require frequent maintenance. The main thing is to check the tire wear, brake sensitivity, battery appearance and interface cleanliness. Generally, a basic inspection can be done once a week or every half month, which can save a lot of maintenance time and cost.
