Lithium-ion (li-on) batteries offer an economical, efficient alternative to older lead-acid batteries used in forklifts. According to both companies, there is promising research indicating that by 2030 70% of all electric forklifts will be powered by lithium-ion batteries.
The partnership will enable Hyundai to offer lithium-ion batteries that need no daily maintenance while delivering a longer lifespan and lower operating costs.
OneCharge lithium-ion batteries have full communications integration with Hyundai’s 9U Series of electric forklifts.
This plug-and-play configuration allows the battery to integrate with the truck. This enables Hyundai’s interactive instrument cluster to continue monitoring the battery state of charge and low-battery warning system.
OneCharge offers over 650 battery models. All OneCharge batteries feature a data processing module to track numerous operational parameters. This provides users with data that can be analysed to improve forklift operations, enabling value-added services for forklift owners and operators.
These services include daily usage reports or energy as a service (EaaS) offering, which is sometimes referred to as ‘power by the hour’.
Bringing such technology to its dealers and customers is in line with Hyundai Material Handling’s commitment to play a leadership role in providing innovative solutions to the material handling industry.
“The demand for li-ion power supply in the forklift industry is growing at a rapid rate, and matching a Hyundai forklift with OneCharge li-ion power gives our dealers and their customers an unrivalled combination,” Hyundai Material Handling, North America vice president, Lewis Byers said.
