motor benelli treForklifts are one of the most necessary and useful pieces of equipment in the marketing and manufacturing sectors today, and the electric forklift motor accounts for as much as 60% of the machines' primary power sources. Due to increased emissions controls and the fact that forklifts are used so often in enclosed spaces such as warehouses and retail stores, more and more customers are choosing to buy new or used electric-powered forklifts when it becomes necessary to move, push, pull, carry, tier, stack, or lift large quantities of materials.
You can find the electric forklift motor propelling these handy vehicles up and down narrow aisles in retail stores, in construction yards and manufacturing plants, in poultry and meat processing companies, in building supply and lumber yards, and in any variety of warehouses. Because they require little operating space, more room can be allowed for actual storage. But this means that the forklift driver must be well trained and skilled for safe operation, especially in areas where the general public has access. Driver training courses usually include watching at least one safety video or more before the driver is actually allowed to operate the lift truck.
Part of the process of safely operating an electric forklift motor includes maintaining a safety inspection sheet as well as a maintenance record. While the electric motor drives the machine, the industrial battery operates the power lift circuit. Such batteries are usually good for only one shift, after which they are attached to a battery recharger to restore their strength. Among the 5 classes of forklifts, the electric forklift motor is gaining popularity because of better technology that is improving both efficiency and performance.
It is possible to find a truck mounted electric fork lift motor for sale in either new or used condition. If you are interested in purchasing a used or rebuilt motor, you will want to be sure you are getting your money's worth. Averaging about 100-150 pounds, you will want to look for a motor with an attachable or modifiable shaft mount. Check the core insulation and binding for signs of wear. The brush leads also should show no signs of scorching, and the commutator should not be grooved or pitted.
If you are more interested in purchasing a new motor, Yale, an off-shoot of NACCO Material Handling Group, based in Greenville, NC is one of the many companies that has established themselves as good forklift providers, including equipment with electric motors. For both ease of maintenance, new technological advances and cost efficiency, an electric forklift motor is a good choice for your lift truck needs.
