Propane-powered forklifts are a popular choice for many warehouses, factories, and construction companies because they have several advantages over gasoline and diesel-powered models.
What is a forklift and what are the different forklift fuel types?
A forklift is a power-driven machine that can move large amounts of materials from one place to another, efficiently. Forklifts have been in use since the 1910s. There are four forklift fuel types: electric, diesel, propane(LPG), and sometimes gasoline. Electric forklifts tend to be used for indoor use or light loads while diesel and gasoline engines are often mostly used for outdoor use. Propane forklifts can be operated indoors or outdoors!
The Advantages of Owning a Propane Powered Forklift
1) Environment: LPG is a clean-burning, non-toxic source of fuel. It’s environmentally friendly and provides the operator with more control over their work environment than other gas or diesel alternatives by burning lower emissions levels while providing them the power to move around larger loads efficiently! Feel good about the environmental impact of your business.
2) Safety: All new propane-powered forklifts have automatic shut-off safety features that stop the flow of fuel in the event of an accident. In addition, all propane tanks, fuel lines, and carburetion components are required to meet strict federal safety regulations. Be confident that the product you're buying is safe for you and your employees.
3) Cost-effective: Propane engines can last up to twice as long as their gasoline counterparts saving you money on maintenance. With current gasoline prices, propane may be an affordable option for you. The cost of filling up an LPG tank can vary between $20 and $30 depending on location and market conditions but the price difference is significant enough that many people choose to fill their tanks with this cheaper fuel instead!
Why should you buy propane-powered instead of gasoline or diesel-powered models
Propane forklifts are more energy-efficient, cost less fuel costs and maintenance fees, and reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. Propane is also cheaper than gasoline or diesel fuel for forklift use. A typical charge for a gallon at a propane filling station may be anywhere from $0.50 to $1.00 per gallon while a regular price for a regular gallon of gas might be at least $3.00, Diesel prices can range from $3.00-$5.00 per gallon. It's been found that an average operating cost savings of 20% can be made when using propane.
Offering a competitive advantage in the form of reduced emissions and better fuel economy, quickly making up for any initial costs associated with buying and maintaining a propane forklift. Lower emissions lead to clean air and better health while lower fuel consumption reduces your environmental footprint.
When it comes to finding the right forklift for your warehouse, factory, or manufacturing company there are several factors you must consider. One important factor is fuel type and whether or not the machine will be indoors only, outdoors only, or if indoor/outdoor use is needed. For instance, electric models can't operate in some outdoor environments while diesel engines may have trouble in an indoor environment due to their noise levels and emissions. That said propane-powered forklifts provide several advantages that gasoline and diesel-powered machines don’t include; Lower emissions and better fuel economy with reduced cost per operation! If you're considering getting a new forklift for your business we recommend looking into LPG options that might just fit all of your needs.
