Propane Forklifts
One inconvenience of propane tanks is to have to change, though there is little risk to running out of fuel on a propane lift truck. These models tend to be less expensive to use than the diesel and electric model lift truck. The discussion to whether or not the propane emissions are cleaner compared to diesel emissions continues within the industry.
Performance wise, propane lift trucks seem to handle better compared to the majority of electric models available on the market when the task requires constant duty drive line torque and high applications. There are several electric models which are supposed to handle better or equally. 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 suitable for the majority of indoor applications.
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 need high and or constant duty drive line torque. These units have a liability exposure, due to the possibility of a fuel system leak while the truck is situated indoors. Furthermore, operators must be trained on the safe handling of propane fuel. The rearward visibility off of the back end of the counterweight is limited. This is because of the propane tank's location.
The fuel cost is higher with propane units when compared to the diesel model. Due to the frequency at which the propane tanks are changed, there are possible injuries which may happen. Unless a site has a bulk fill station, propane may require to be changed every six hours of use. Propane forklifts can be harder to start and run smoothly when they are used in freezing temperatures. In remote locations, propane fuel is not always available at once. In the next few decades, the cost of fossil fuels is estimated to rise significantly. Consider and plan for overall repair maintenance expenses, 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 models will be perfect for you, but will ultimately depend on what your needs are. It is better to take into consideration your particular lifting needs and loads as well as the types of environments you will be utilizing the machine to be able to be sure that you purchase the right model to meet all your requirements.