Hyster has introduced new electric forklift technologies designed to improve charging flexibility and scalability in logistics and port operations.
The new onboard charging system allows operations to charge lithium-ion lift trucks using common power outlets. It includes a 240V 50-amp cable, plus adaptors for 240V 30-amp and 120V 12-amp connections.
A built-in storage bin keeps cables secure. This system supports intermittent charging, enabling use in low-hour applications, or in facilities with limited infrastructure or unstable power.
It also supports generator-based charging, helping rental customers avoid electrical upgrades.
The charging option is available on several Hyster trucks with lift capacities between 4,000 and 8,000 pounds.
Hyster was also recognised for its J230-400XD series, an electric big truck line that now includes models with up to 40,000-pound capacity.
The trucks run on 350V architecture and support battery configurations up to 280kW. This setup delivers long run times while avoiding the added cost and complexity of high-voltage systems.
All trucks in this series include the Combined Charging System (CCS), a global standard adopted across multiple industries.
CCS enables scalable, cost-effective charging for a wide range of equipment. In typical use, a truck can gain about one hour of runtime from 11 minutes of charging at 90kW.
Josh Eby, Global Product Manager at Hyster, said: “This honour from Inbound Logistics recognises the need for electric equipment in these applications. We remain committed to delivering solutions that work for everything from small operations to major ports.”
More about Hyster here: https://www.hyster.com/en-gb/emea/
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