LPG Forklifts have been tried and tested for many years. They are often the first choice of our customers when enquiring about a forklift. Trusting what they know, customers are always inclined to look at an LPG forklift first. While they do not boast as many benefits as lithium electric forklifts, they do still present their own unique benefits. In this article we break down the benefits that place them ahead of the other fuel options in forklifts.
LPG forklifts have been the dominant forklift used by the industry for the last three decades, as they simply require a gas cylinder to run. For metropolitan areas, Gas cylinders are readily available from LPG suppliers as they often deliver new cylinders right to your door. This service is available almost Australia wide and makes it easier for LPG forklift owners to ensure that their forklift is kept running.
Another benefit of these forklifts is fuel storage. While owners have to be careful storing LPG cylinders, LPG bottles are easier to store than diesel fuel. This gives them an advantage over diesel forklifts when it comes to storing and refueling the forklift. When storing these cylinders, it is recommended that they are kept out of direct sunlight and direct heat.
While the LPG forklifts are not emission free like our Lithium Electric offerings, they do offer a significant reduction compared to their Diesel counterpart. Furthermore, if they are to be operated in a Warehouse environment, ventilation will still be required but the reduced emissions will mean less fumes are produced. This will benefit both worker and product quality as lower emissions will only improve air quality within a factory/warehouse, thus helping products and workers from being exposed to increased levels of emissions every day.
It is easy to see why LPG forklifts are often the go to choice for customers. After having worked with them for many years, it is understandable that they would want to stick with a tried and tested piece of machinery. This benefit, coupled with lower emissions, easy fuel storage and easy access to more fuel makes these forklifts a viable choice for any customer’s next forklift.