What Forklift to Use in Low-Temperature Environments? Recommended Cold-Resistant

In food and pharmaceutical cold storage facilities, handling goods can be challenging, as low temperatures cause severe wear and damage to standard forklifts. In such scenarios, choosing a low temperature resistant forklift is the ideal solution for cold storage operations.

Cold storage facilities are generally divided into three categories:

Chilled storage (0℃ ~ -18℃): fruits, vegetables, dairy products, pharmaceuticals, general cold chain

Frozen storage (-18℃ ~ -28℃): frozen meat, seafood, quick-frozen food

Ultra-low temperature storage (-28℃ ~ -40℃ and below): high-end pharmaceuticals, biological samples, deep-sea seafood

Cold storage forklift temperature requirements vary, so the suitable model differs accordingly:

0℃ ~ -18℃ (general cold storage): cold storage electric pallet truck/stacker, best cost-performance ratio

-18℃ ~ -28℃ (frozen storage): low-temperature lithium-ion counterbalance/reach forklift

Below -28℃ (ultra-low temperature): customized ultra-low temperature forklift (fully sealed with battery heating)

From the above information, you can clearly determine the right forklift for your needs. These models have different low-temperature limits, and their components are engineered to match actual working conditions for optimal performance.

They are equipped with low-temperature batteries with insulation boxes, special low-temperature hydraulic oil, anti-freeze seals and rust protection at joints. The electrical system features freeze-proofing, moisture-proofing and heating for instruments and switches to prevent low-temperature failure. In short, you can select the appropriate special forklift for low temperature environments based on your cold storage temperature.