The Best Forklift for Indoor Use

Forklifts are paramount to the smooth-running of warehouse operations, regardless of the industry you work in or how big or small your premises are. With many products being handled, transported and distributed from indoor sites, it’s never been more important to acquire the material handling equipment you need to get the job done in a quick and efficient manner.

Electric forklifts

Coming in a variety of makes and models, electric forklifts are some of the most popular forklift variants out there. Fitted with a number of features, together with reasonable running costs, it’s never been easier or more convenient to implement a forklift for indoor warehouse operations.

They’re eco-friendly

Electric forklifts don’t give off any fumes, making this particular forklift the most environmentally-friendly vehicle on the market. If you’re wanting to keep your carbon footprint to an absolute minimum, whilst also efficiently carrying on with warehouse operations, then this will be the forklift for you.

Fitted with a number of health and safety features

An electric forklift is fitted with a number of safety features, including alarms to let others on the shop floor know that there’s a forklift in operation nearby. As well as that, if the operator takes their foot off the brake, the vehicle will immediately stop, making it as safe as possible for the driver and those who are working on the warehouse floor.

Affordable running and maintenance costs

Electric forklifts are affordable to both run and maintain, especially in comparison to diesel vehicles. Charging the machine will also cost less than buying LPG or diesel fuel and will give many hours of interrupted service when properly charged. They also have fewer moving parts, so you won’t have to pay extortionate amounts to have components repaired or replaced.

Significantly reduces workplace noise

Being exposed to loud, persistent noise over a prolonged period of time can cause damage to your workers’ hearing. Implementing an electric forklift, or even introducing an entire fleet of them, will be a welcome break to constant, incessant noise that’s often experienced with diesel forklifts – making electric vehicles perfect for indoor use.

Loud, relentless noise can also cause a distraction to workers on the warehouse floor, so opt for a quieter alternative in order to look after your employees’ best interests and keep them focused and motivated whilst they carry out their work.

LPG forklifts

LPG forklifts have been consistently used for indoor warehouse operations due to their low emission levels, quiet operation and low upfront cost. If an electric forklift isn’t for you, or if you don’t have the space for charging stations in your premises, then an LP gas forklift will make an ideal alternative.

Low initial cost

Buying an LP gas forklift is reasonably affordable compared to other forklift models. The fuel is also cheaper than diesel and you won’t need to have charging stations installed throughout your warehouse.

Much like electric forklifts, LPG vehicles also have fewer moving components and so the cost of replacing parts or repairing the machine will be relatively cheap in comparison to fixing a diesel machine.

Quiet when in operation

Where these won’t be as quiet as an electric forklift, these will still be far less noisy compared to a diesel-powered vehicle. Less noise can also mean fewer distractions for workers as well as protect their hearing over a long period of time. Despite being quiet when in operation, LP gas forklifts are still exceptionally powerful and offer a consistently superb performance.

Gives off minimal fumes

LPG forklifts will give off some fumes, but they aren’t harmful or that damaging to the environment. If you’re looking to cut your carbon footprint down as much as possible, then an electric forklift would probably be a better match for you, but if you’re wanting a slightly cheaper alternative whilst still looking after the environment, then an LPG vehicle would be an ideal choice instead, especially if you’re wanting to use it to enhance indoor warehouse operations.

Can be used immediately

You won’t need to wait for an LPG forklift to charge before using it. With an electric machine, you’ll have to wait for the vehicle to fully charge before it can be operated, whereas an LP gas forklift can be used right away, allowing for many hours of running time whenever it’s needed. This is also what makes LPG machines slightly cheaper than electric forklifts, as charging stations don’t need to be installed either.

VNA forklifts

VNA (very narrow aisle) forklifts are ideal for indoor warehouses and distribution centres, especially if you have a small premises. These forklifts will also allow for extra storage space onsite, as additional warehouse racking can be installed to accommodate for the stock you have. Should the aisles become more narrow as a result of having more racking installed, then your operators won’t have any trouble navigating their way safely around the site.

Other benefits of VNA forklifts for indoor use

• Available from a number of renowned material handling manufacturers
• Productive and reliable machines
• Makes navigating the aisles more safe for all in and around the warehouse
• Will help to protect stock from damage potentially caused by wider machines if your warehouse is small or your aisles are particularly narrow

Multi-directional forklifts

Optimise your fleet with the implementation of a multi-directional forklift. As well as being powerful, efficient machines, they’ll also allow you to retain more stock, therefore maximising your storage space even further. You won’t need to use multiple, large, heavy machines in order to make short work of lifting, transporting and distributing goods when you choose a multi-directional forklift to join your fleet.

Other benefits of multi-directional forklifts

• Will improve safety in the workplace as operators will be able to see at all angles
• Available in a number of different fuel types
• Choose between a range of machines all expertly built by some of the most renowned manufacturers in the industry
• Will help to prevent stock from being damaged by wider vehicles with less visibility

How can Multy Lift help you?

Here at Multy Lift, we have an extensive selection of new and used forklifts, all available for purchase or hire. Not only will you be able to choose a machine that’s right for you, but you’ll also have the option to tailor the vehicle even further with a choice of attachments that’ll alter the fork length and lift height.

If you implement a VNA forklift or even a multi-directional forklift and wish to have some additional warehouse racking installed, our experts are able to help there as well, aiding you in maximising your storage space no matter how big or small your premises are.

We’re pleased to offer an abundance of material handling machines, as well as forklifts, that’ll improve your business operations, including reach trucks, pallet trucks and scissor lifts, to name a few. Regardless of what it is you need, we’ll have a solution available that’ll effortlessly meet your requirements, all for a reasonable price.

For more information about how our specialist team can help you today, get in touch with one of our friendly, knowledgeableadvisors – we’re always happy to offer help and guidance when you need it most.