en.Wedoany.com Reported - The Material Handling business division of Godrej & Boyce has recently launched India's first lithium-ion battery-powered forklift. Anil Lingayat, Executive Vice President and Business Head of the company, stated: "Our lithium-ion battery forklift features a completely self-developed battery management system, marking a significant milestone for the material handling industry." This solution addresses the industry's critical need for autonomous, controllable, and secure lithium battery systems, while enhancing operational efficiency and energy assurance levels.
The lithium-ion technology integrated into the new forklift delivers multiple substantial improvements. The battery cycle life can reach up to 5,000 cycles, exceeding that of traditional lead-acid batteries by more than four times, resulting in significant long-term cost savings. In terms of charging, going from 20% to 80% charge takes only 2.5 hours, compared to 6 hours for lead-acid batteries, while energy consumption is reduced by approximately 30%. This feature supports opportunity charging, enables zero emissions during the charging process, and reduces maintenance workload. On 2-ton and 3-ton forklift models, the lithium battery system also provides up to 15% additional runtime. The modular structure makes the product scalable and suitable for various operating scenarios.
Godrej & Boyce plans to extend this technology to more material handling equipment, covering major manufacturing industries such as automotive, fast-moving consumer goods, consumer durables, retail and e-commerce, and pharmaceuticals. The company has set a target to achieve 100% localized production of lithium-ion cells by the end of next year, which would be the first time this milestone is reached in India, and the first such product offered by an Indian manufacturer.
The new battery system, developed in partnership with Log9 Materials, integrates lithium-ion cells, with the current localization rate of production reaching 30%, and features a dedicated battery management system entirely designed and manufactured in India. The company emphasizes that integrating cutting-edge technology solutions to address the complex challenges of modern supply chains remains its key focus, and these innovations play a crucial role in the continuous evolution of the industry.
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