The future is electric. Just recently, California announced that it will ban the sale of gas-fueled cars by 2035. As gas-powered cars go out of style, so will diesel-powered machinery. In fact, the California Air Resources Board is currently developing a measure that could require forklift owners to replace their propane and gasoline forklifts with a battery-electric or fuel-cell version. Electrification is not just a trendy choice, and manufacturers are not just pushing the shift because it may soon be mandated. In fact, it’s a highly practical choice that has benefits for your fleet, the environment, the longevity of your machinery–and your operational costs. We call that a win-win. In this edition of the Papé Material Handling blog, let’s take a look at the benefits of adding clean power to your fleet. ELECTRIC OPTIONS ARE EVERYWHERE When it comes to electric-powered machinery, Hyster and Yale are pioneers. We are proud to be a Hyster and Yale dea

Considering making the switch to lithium for your forklift fleet? Here at Papé Material Handling, we’re here to help you maximize the efficiency of your fleet and operation. Did you know that lithium batteries last twice as long as lead-acid and gel batteries? In this edition of the Papé Material Handling blog, let’s take a look at the benefits of transitioning to lithium batteries. ENERGY SAVINGS Lithium batteries require less energy, so you’ll save up to 15% in energy costs when you switch to lithium batteries from traditional led-acid or gel batteries. BYE BYE MAINTENANCE Lithium batteries do not require maintenance, so you’ll save on time and resources when making the switch to this longer lasting modern alternative. COST With energy savings combined with less frequent replacements, lithium batteries can reduce operational costs by 50% over time. Lithium batteries last twice as long as their traditional lead-acid and gel counterparts. Long