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When it comes to material handling, there are three types of motive power to choose from: electric, propane or LP, and diesel. Assuming capacities of each are equal, other factors for determining which forklift is right include run-time considerations ‒ including multi-shift operations ‒ application and use environment. For the purposes of our comparison, we’ll assume indoor use, which in most cases will rule out diesel forklifts due to the need and expense of installing costly emission control accessories and enhanced facility ventilation. So let’s take a look at the pros and cons of our two remaining power sources: electric and propane.

It’s never been easier or more profitable to switch to renewable energy (RE) -- or store power, whether you’re grid-tied or you're your own power grid.

Batteries are the heart of golf carts – and if yours slows to a crawl or fails, it’s game over. The wrong batteries are more likely to fail early, leave you walking back, and cost a fortune in early replacement and lost cart rentals. Meanwhile, the right batteries give you or your customers more time on the green, low-to-no maintenance, longer life, and greater ROI.

RE Designer/Installer Boosts Profits -- and Gets Better Reliability, Warranty, and Tech Support