[TheForge] Fork Truck Opinions

Wed Jul 3 16:10:00 2002

Ray;

   I've used both and for any small operation the electrics are for
me.  As far as not having as much power, some of the biggest and most
powerful lifts we used were all electric and you only charge it when
it needs it.  The batteries last a really long time when you take care
of them and since you are the only user, that shouldn't be a problem.

   They don't leak, smoke,( naturally anyway), need the oil checked or
changed, and  a lot of electrics are walk behinds that are far more
maneuverable than a larger trucks.   Your experience may vary,   ;o)

   Jeff   ><>

----- Original Message -----
From: "Ray Miller" <[email protected]>
To: "theforge" <[email protected]>
Sent: Wednesday, July 03, 2002 7:31 AM
Subject: [TheForge] Fork Truck Opinions

> I am thinking about getting a fork truck for the shop. I have plenty
of
> room for one and I do not have a crane. I am starting to work on
larger
> sculptures and they don't move themselves.
>
> I was thinking I would be better off with an electric unit for the
> following reasons:
>
>     * No exhaust fumes in the shop.
>     * No propane tank handling or gasoline storage concerns indoors.
>     * Less potential for not running when I need it
>     * Less mechanical maintenance required
>     * REALLY CHEAP on the used market
>
> CONS:
>
>     * Cannot charge near any igition source
>     * Regular expense for running battery charger
>     * High expense for battery maintenance - when needed
>     * Not as much beef as an internal combustion unit
>
> Any feedback?
>
> Ray Miller
> Cincinnati
>
>
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