When warehouse and logistics operators start to select material handling equipment, they often face confusion between ordinary electric forklifts and reach trucks, as mismatched equipment will lead to lower operation efficiency and unnecessary extra cost. This practical guide sorts out core reference points for buyers to make proper decisions based on actual operation scenarios.
First of all, you need to clarify the basic applicable scenarios of the two types of equipment. The standard electric forklift is suitable for general loading and unloading, short-distance pallet transportation on flat ground, and it is widely used in factory workshops, common turnover areas of logistics distribution centers. The reach truck, on the other hand, is more suitable for narrow aisle operation and high-position goods access scenarios, it can give full play to its advantages when the storage shelf height exceeds 6 meters and the reserved operation channel is relatively narrow.
Next, you need to match the core parameters according to your actual operation demands. First, confirm the rated load weight of the equipment, leave a reasonable margin according to the maximum weight of the goods you usually handle, do not select the model with load just equal to the maximum goods weight, which will bring extra pressure to the equipment. Second, confirm the maximum required lifting height, and reserve a proper space according to the top position of your highest storage shelf, to avoid the situation that the equipment cannot send the goods to the designated position. Third, confirm the battery endurance, choose the matching battery configuration according to your daily average operation hours, to ensure the equipment can support the full day operation demand without frequent charging interruption.
In addition, you also need to pay attention to the compliance of the equipment and the supporting after-sales service system. Qualified new energy material handling equipment can meet the low-carbon emission requirements of most industrial parks, and a complete after-sales team can respond to equipment maintenance demands in time to reduce the downtime loss caused by equipment failure. Jianshu New Energy is a professional operator that exclusively distributes BYD electric forklifts, we can provide you with whole-process consultation, model matching and supporting service solutions according to your actual operation conditions.
