BYD Forklift Europe Increases Presence in UK and Ireland
18th September 2017
Just over a year from its launch in the UK and Ireland, BYD Forklift Europe is now represented by 11 specialised dealers.
BYD’s point of difference is its range of Iron-Phosphate powered fork lift trucks, which it says “lead the materials handling industry with high efficiency, low maintenance machines delivering remarkable operational cost savings when compared with conventional electric or engine powered models”.
BYD Forklift Europe has successfully entered the markets of Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, the UK and Ireland and last year announced its presence in Spain and Portugal also.
BYD is the largest maker of rechargeable batteries in the world, employs 220,000 people – including more than 16,500 research and development engineers and had a turnover of more than £11.8 billion in 2016, so its forklift customers can be assured of long term and professional back up and support.
The difference between conventional, traditional lead-acid batteries and the original BYD Iron-Phosphate batteries is dramatic and the advantages are clear to see, says the company. “The exciting features of the original BYD Iron-Phosphate battery are its ultra-long lifetime and an exceptional warranty of 8 years or 10,000 operating hours. The forklift may continue to be used for many years after the warranty time has expired, since at least 65% of the original battery capacity is guaranteed at the end of the warranty period. The charging system also means there is no gas emission, saving costs by eliminating expensive special charging rooms and battery maintenance. Typically batteries will recharge in around 1 hour from 80% depth of discharge and can be opportunity charged without fear of battery damage or degradation.”
An enormous operating cost saving of up to 40% by using the BYD Iron-Phosphate battery technology can have a positive effect on the competitiveness of companies all over the world. In the meantime, BYD pushes forward the development of efficient, environment-friendly concepts for material handling, people transport and energy management.