Lead-Acid Batteries - MHE
The most common material handling batteries, wet batteries are those that contain a charging plate suspended in a mixture of sulfuric acid and water. The battery works by suspending an electrolyte between 2 oppositely charged plates in a mixture of water and acid. Evaporation occurs during operation and charging. Therefore, wet batteries require more regular maintenance than Lithium-ion batteries to maintain optimum performance.
This comes in the form of regular watering to the battery and regular cleaning. Which means your business will need a dedicated watering system and trained personnel as well as additional safety equipment to ensure the correct water level in the battery and provide maintenance for it .
Typically recommendation of charging the battery for 8 hours followed by an 8 hour cooldown, giving you 8 hours of use out of a 24 hour period. Wet batteries also require a special charging station.
Wet batteries are cost less than other types of batteries, allowing businesses to have multiple batteries per equipment. If your operation requires the machine to work 24/7. Multiple batteries will allow the forklift to be charged or serviced while it is still in use.
With proper maintenance and charging procedures, most wet batteries can last up to 3-5 years or 1200 to 1500 charge cycles.
Lithium-ion batteries
Lithium-ion batteries longer life span and require less frequent replacement, reducing waste generation. Additionally, lithium-ion batteries are more energy-efficient, resulting in lower greenhouse gas emissions during operation.
By utilizing Lithium-ion Battery operated MHE in warehouses and logistics operations, companies can significantly reduce their carbon footprint. These batteries can be charged using renewable energy sources such as solar or wind power, further enhancing their sustainability credentials.