Yale is a top producer of zero emissions electric lift trucks within the North American Market. The company was amongst the very first to start using other control technology and the energy efficient AC motor. Yale's continued pursuit of better energy efficiency is improved further by competitive testing. These testing results showcase that the 5000 pound electric rider unit made by Yale offers the best energy efficiency, or energy utilized per load transported, of any forklift within its class within North America.
Green Innovations
Yale was able to introduce and develop an innovative electronically controlled transmission which can really lessen the tire and brake wear for our ICE forklift customers. With regards to our electric forklifts, the business has implemented a system to recapture energy into the truck during braking and during the lowering of loads. This energy can then be reused. This specific process really lessens the overall energy consumption of the unit.
Yale has been able to apply many inventive engineering methods that have helped to reduce the vehicles non-productive energy. These methods have helped to enhance its hydraulic system efficiency, drive train efficiency and weight reduction. There are still patents pending on the drive train efficiency.
Green Initiatives
Yale has taken great strides to make their lift trucks to be compatible with the newest in alternative power technologies over the years. Yale has implemented electric battery models and clean diesel fuels and LPG option. This tradition is being upheld most recently, with Yale being amongst the first to implement working fuel cells in actual applications.
Yale has supported many greener technologies through engineering teamwork. In addition, we have initiated a new system of field validation testing, and analysis. Currently, we are investigating in more effective battery technologies and chemistries, to be able to decrease overall energy use, decrease toxic material content and increase productivity.
Yale has shown a great commitment to green initiatives that have been reinforced by the companies focus on developing new standards within the business.
Recyclability is another key consideration in Yale forklift design. Beginning at the design stage, the company actively selects materials for its forklifts keeping the recyclability factor in mind. Having broken down items to be able to be sent for recycling and re-using materials as much as possible greatly decreases our footprint and keeps environmental sustainability at the forefront of our business.