Yale’s electric forklift development programme continues with the launch of a new 80-Volt counterbalance series. The VL is the most energy efficient, ergonomically advanced and productive counterbalance forklift series in the 2200kg to 3500kg capacity available today. Compact in design, the new VL offers a performance normally only associated with diesel and LPG forklift trucks, but without the indoor application restrictions often associated with engine powered fork lift trucks.
The VL series is a four wheel electric counterbalance super-cushion tyre forklift truck available in lifting capacities from 2,200kg to 3,500 kg with five wheelbase and capacity configurations. Combining a compact footprint with performance normally only associated with internal combustion engine trucks, The VL is suitable for use in both indoor or outside applications, particularly in environments where space is at a premium.
Advanced ergonomics for exceptional productivity
Yale understands that ergonomics and productivity are inexorably linked which has helped the company to deliver a series of fork lift trucks that combines both function and form that will impress operators and fleet managers.
One of the most ergonomically advanced forklift truck series available, the VL series benefits from many features introduced on the company’s VT/VF and VG series; features that set new standards in application productivity, driver ergonomics and delivery of the lowest lifetime cost of ownership. These include:
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easy on/off access and three point entry;
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unobstructed floor space with right-hand access;
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generous headroom, comfortably accommodating the smallest (194cm) operators;
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AccuTouch™ mini lever module featuring angled cushioned arm and palm rest with fingertip control of levers to reduce repetitive strain injuries (RSI);
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full suspension seat providing the lowest Whole Body Vibration (WBV) levels;
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heads up display for increased visibility and ease of use.
In fact the VL series offers class leading reductions in whole body vibrations resulting in less operator fatigue and optimised productivity over the shift period.