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Yale celebrates 100 years of electric trucks with lithium-ion product line extension


Yale celebrates 100 years of electric trucks with lithium-ion product line extension

Yale & Towne introduced its first electric forklift truck to the materials handling market in 1920.
The centenary celebration coincides with the extension of the Yale lithium-ion power solution range.
Yale has a proud heritage and builds on this strength as a progressive industry leader.

Alternative power solutions are a rapidly growing aspect of the materials handling industry as customers become increasingly guided by the environmental impact of their choices. For Yale, the idea of alternative power solutions is a concept that began 100 years ago.

In 1920, Yale & Towne introduced its first electric forklift truck to the materials handling market. With this release, alongside a wide range of new materials handling equipment, the Yale brand was officially born.

Since then, Yale has continually developed its power solutions, applying its ‘People. Products. Productivity.’ philosophy to understand the challenges faced by its clients, and how to best overcome these.

Proud past, exciting future!
Electric and alternative power solutions have played an important part in the history of Yale.
In 1920 Yale and Towne launched a new battery powered low-lift platform truck.
In the 1930s Yale developed innovations such as power steering, center-control trucks, caster steering and the use of high heat-resistant Class-H silicon insulation in electric motors.
In 1964, there was further innovation when Yale introduced the first Silicone Controlled Rectifier (SCR) – controlled electric fork lift truck.
Yale opened its Greenville, North Carolina plant to produce electric trucks in 1974.
A new generation of electric counterbalance trucks were introduced in 2009.
“As a company we are incredibly proud of our heritage and reaching this 100-year milestone is something that all of our employees, clients and customers can be proud to be associated with,” said Iain Friar, Yale Brand Manager, EMEA.

“While we have a well-established global heritage, Yale demonstrates its forward-looking perspective by investing in technologies such as robotics and alternative power options. The Yale range is reflective of an industry that is now guided more by its environmental impact than ever before.

“100 years on from the first battery-powered low-lift platform truck, a traditional lead acid battery is still by far the most common choice of powering electric materials handling machines.”

Coinciding with the centenary of the first electric truck, Yale is pleased to announce the extension to its range of lithium-ion power solutions on select models as standard.

Lithium-ion product line extension
Previously available through the company’s Special Engineering Department, Lithium-ion power solutions are now available as standard across the Yale electric truck range, from counterbalance forklift trucks up to 5.5t to warehouse rider and pedestrian trucks.

Lithium-ion batteries are one of the most popular power solutions, with greater productivity and improved total costs being highly beneficial to a range of customers. The lithium-ion solution helps customers optimise their utilisation in multi-shift applications by eliminating the need for replacement batteries and battery change-overs. Space previously used for battery charging can now be used for more productive purposes, such as storage space or production.

“Use of lithium-ion batteries has seen rapid growth over recent years. Greater numbers of customers are finding this battery technology commercially viable. For example, food and pharmaceutical applications benefit from the reduced risk of chemical spillage, while automotive, retail and logistics applications reap the rewards of utilising a single battery for a multi-shift operation,” said Ivor Wilkinson, Solutions Manager at Yale.

“The range extension for lithium-ion is a reflection of Yale listening and responding to our customer’s needs. However, we recognise power solutions for materials handling equipment are constantly evolving, that’s why we are always continuing to develop our power options and invest in new technologies to anticipate future customer requirements,” continued Ivor.

“While we reflect on a wonderful 100 years since the production of our first electric truck, we are already looking ahead to the future with the technology that will power Yale trucks into the next 100 years!”


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