Lithium-ion forklift batteries are often promoted with impressive lifetime claims measured in operating hours. But batteries do not age according to the hour meter on a lift truck. They age through energy use, charging and discharging. That is why cycle life, not operating hours, is the more meaningful measure of battery longevity. The average American […]
What triggered the battery revolution: how LFP technology made electric forklifts the only logical choice
By Max Khabur, Marketing Director ENEROC USA Ask anyone in material handling why electric forklifts are taking the market share from propane and diesel-powered machines, and you will probably get these answers: E-commerce and narrow aisles in warehouses; emissions regulations and fuel cost. They are not wrong. The shift toward electric industrial trucks has been […]
Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Decommissioning and End-of-Life Planning: Why Care Today?
As renewable energy generation continues to grow, the use of battery energy storage systems (BESS) in solar farms has become increasingly important for stabilizing the grid and enabling the integration of intermittent solar and wind power. The permitting process to build a BESS facility often requires a formal plan for site decommissioning and disposal, even […]
End-of-Life and Damaged Lithium Battery Shipping Regulations
Navigating state and federal battery shipping regulations for the transport of used lithium-ion batteries. Navigating the world of battery transportation can feel like trying to solve a puzzle with pieces that just don’t seem to fit. We have energy transition under way, when many technologies and even the whole markets are switching to electric power […]
Second Life Battery Economy Endorsed by Phoenix: Project Case Study
The second life battery project demonstrates a more cost-effective and sustainable use case by postponing lithium battery recycling by a decade. Executive Summary Lithium batteries are enabling the global energy transition to electricity in many industries and are experiencing explosive growth in demand across various applications and geographies. As multiple gigawatt-hour factories launched in the […]
The Carbon Footprint of Electric Forklifts
A Cradle-to-Grave Analysis: carbon footprint of electric forklifts The logistics and transport sector (operating commercial and industrial trucks and forklifts) contributes just over a third of global carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, making it the largest-emitting sector in numerous developed countries. And that share keeps growing. We are relatively well-informed about the cradle-to-grave CO2 emissions of […]
Lithium Forklift Batteries for Latin American Businesses: a Greener, More Efficient Solution
“OneCharge lithium batteries won the trust of our customers through consistent product quality, aftersales support and the drive to adapt for the local business specifics.” – Pablo Pino Zamora, Product Manager at Tattersall Maquinarias S.L., Chile Executive Summary OneCharge is spearheading the adoption of lithium forklift batteries in Latin America (LATAM). While the region’s unique […]
What is a Lithium Battery Digital Passport
Introduction A digital battery passport provides easy access to structured, reliable, and complete information about the battery. This fresh initiative in the U.S. lithium battery landscape aims to simplify the choice and use of batteries for consumers. The U.S. government agencies are working on battery passport requirements, centralizing battery specifications and pertinent details, making it […]
Lithium batteries a boon for forklift rental
Lithium batteries offer a strong business case for forklift rental dealers and renters. The electric forklift rental business model benefits significantly from switching the equipment to lithium batteries from widespread lead-acid batteries. Lithium batteries have longer lifespans, are more economical and durable, and require less maintenance, resulting in improved profitability for forklift dealers and helping […]
OneCharge Lithium Forklift Batteries Find Second Life in Solar Energy Storage
Lithium batteries are playing a pivotal role in driving the energy transition across industries, experiencing a surge in demand worldwide. With a typical lifespan of 5-10 years, these batteries undergo thorough testing and are repurposed for less power-intensive applications, such as energy storage, extending their usefulness for an additional 5-10 years. The affordability of […]
