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7 Steps To Efficiently Use Electric Pallet Trucks: The Secret To Improving Warehouse Handling Efficiency by 30%

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3 golden rules for choosing suitable models


1. Load matching formula: choose a model with rated load = daily maximum load × 1.2 (for example: a 1.2-ton model is required to carry 1 ton of goods)

2. Channel width calculation: the narrowest width of the handling path = forklift width + 30cm safety margin

3. Battery life strategy: lithium battery pallet trucks priority (supports 8 hours fast charging + 3000 cycles)


pallet jacks


Key nodes for safe operation


1.Pre-start checklist


* Tire pressure ≥3.5bar

* Fork horizontal deviation <2°

* Emergency brake test passed


2. Loading golden triangle principle


* Cargo center of gravity ≤500mm from the root of the fork

* Stack height does not exceed 2/3 of the height of the shelf

* Single handling time recommendation <45 minutes (to prevent motor overheating)


Intelligent configuration solution to improve efficiency


*Add scanning module: Automatically identify goods through RFID (reduce verification time by 30%)

*Route planning system: Use WMS system to obtain the optimal route (case: a customer's efficiency increased by 27%)

*Multi-shift battery solution: It is recommended to prepare N+1 sets of batteries (N=number of shifts per day)


Maintenance cycle table


Maintenance items Daily Weekly Monthly
Hydraulic oil inspection
- -
Chain lubrication - -
Circuit detection - -
(Maintenance manuals can be increased or decreased according to usage needs)


Cost optimization tips that must be read for purchasing decisions


Comparison table of leasing vs. purchasing


Consideration dimensions Leasing advantages Purchasing advantages
Initial cost As low as 10% down payment Long-term amortization is more cost-effective
Maintenance responsibility Suppliers are responsible for self-built maintenance team
Applicable scenarios Short-term projects/peak season supplements Long-term stable demand


3 core indicators of employee training


Job assessment standards


*Pallet positioning error <5cm (simulated practical test)


*Emergency braking response time <3 seconds


*Handling times per hour ≥90%


Energy management formula


Calculation of daily electricity cost:


(motor power kW × average daily usage hours × electricity price) + battery replacement cost/number of cycles

Example: 1.5kW motor works 6 hours a day, electricity cost is $0.1/kWh → daily cost ≈ $0.9


Real customer case


The results of an auto parts dealer:


*Pain point: The warehouse aisle is only 1.8 meters, which makes it difficult for traditional forklifts to turn around


*Solution: Use narrow-body electric forklifts (width 0.9 meters) + path planning system


Results:


*Handling efficiency increased by 41%


*Equipment collision accidents reduced by 67%


*ROI recovery period <14 months


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