The conversion to lithium (Li-ion) powered forklifts is quickly approaching a tipping point, scaling at a faster rate than anticipated by many. Electrification is no longer an emerging trend in the forklift market. According to new analysis from Interact Analysis, the shift away from internal combustion engines and toward electric forklifts, especially lithium-ion powered models, […]
Forklift Batteries
Kalmar to Supply Forklift Fleet With Next-Generation Li-ion Technology to ArcelorMittal
ArcelorMittal orders 12 Kalmar medium forklifts, including two models with Kalmar’s second-generation lithium-ion battery system. Gen 2 Li-ion technology offers higher energy density, improved thermal stability, and a more consistent performance curve in demanding steelmaking environments. Order was booked in Q3 2025, with full delivery scheduled by Q1 2026. The fleet supports ArcelorMittal’s strategy to […]
Bluewater posts growth across battery and solar lifecycle services; expands to 19 countries
Los Angeles — October 2025 — Bluewater reported a year of broad-based gains in battery and solar equipment lifecycle management, citing higher volumes in decommissioning, recycling, repurposing, and remarketing, alongside expanded international coverage. Over the past 12 months, Bluewater decommissioned an additional 25 MW of battery storage, bringing its total to more than 175 MW […]
NOBLELIFT launches ALPHA Series, a single forklift platform for lithium-ion or LPG power
First-of-its-kind forklift platform offers both lithium-ion and LPG power on the same rugged frame, cutting costs and simplifying fleet management for mixed-energy operations. Des Plaines, Illinois — October 2025 — NOBLELIFT North America has introduced the ALPHA Series Pneumatic Forklifts, billed as the first purpose-built forklift platform offered in either lithium-ion (ALPHA 50–60 Li) or […]
Low-Voltage Charging Powers Growth in Light-Duty Electrification
As warehouses and factories accelerate electrification, demand for low-voltage charging is rising. For OEMs, staying under 120V delivers a safer, simpler, and cost-effective path for pallet jacks, AGVs, scrubbers, and other light-duty vehicles. Why Low-Voltage Charging Fits the Moment Electrification is no longer limited to heavy-duty trucks or highway vehicles. Warehouses, retail spaces, and manufacturing […]
How Much Does a Forklift Battery Weigh?
Forklifts are critical to warehouses, factories, and construction sites, and one of their most important components is the battery. Besides providing power, a forklift battery is vital in determining performance, safety, and efficiency. Most first-time users and proprietors always ask: What is the weight of a forklift battery? It is not that simple to get […]
Yale takes home two awards for lift trucks designed around factory-integrated lithium-ion power
GREENVILLE, N.C (July 22, 2025) – Yale Lift Truck Technologies announces two prestigious industry awards for the ERP-VTL/VFL series of lift trucks with factory-integrated lithium-ion battery power. The trucks won recognition for outstanding green product design in the 2025 Green GOOD DESIGN@reg; Awards and as an outstanding example of innovation that provides companies with energy and environmental benefits in the 2025 […]
Kalmar launches next-gen lithium battery tech for electric counter balanced forklifts
Kalmar launches next-generation lithium-ion battery technology for electric counterbalanced equipment portfolio. Kalmar has introduced its second-generation lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery solution for its range of electrically powered counterbalanced equipment: reachstackers, empty container handlers, and forklifts. The new battery system delivers enhanced energy capacity, improved thermal stability, and a longer, more predictable performance curve across a wide […]
Raymond Lithium-ion Batteries Engineered for Peak Demand
Raymond lithium-ion batteries function within an integrated ecosystem of connected technologies that continuously share data to help businesses manage energy efficiently. GREENE, N.Y. — This week, The Raymond Corporation announced the expansion of its energy offerings with a broad range of best-in-class lithium-ion batteries. Delivering greater efficiency and superior capacity retention, Raymond’s lithium-ion batteries hold […]
Forklift Battery Charger Market Surges, to Double by 2033
The North American forklift battery charger market is booming as fulfillment centers shift to electrification and smart-charger systems. Automation, lithium-ion trends, and charger room codes reshape North America’s charging infrastructure. The forklift battery charger market in North America is scaling rapidly, with Astute Analytica projecting its value to more than double by 2033. The May […]
