TRANSPORT
LAKER TAKES FORKLIFT OPERATION GREENER
As part of its drive to reduce its carbon footprint Laker Builders Merchants has invested in a new battery operated forklift.
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art of the growth plan at south east family run independent merchant Laker Builders Merchants is to be more sustainable and push hard to reduce the carbon footprint of the business as well for the industry.
Laker was interested in a collaborative approach, working together with a like- minded company to find the best overall solution to its forklift requirements in an inventive and progressive way. So it partnered with the Forkway Group, which recommended Lithium battery operated 3-tonne Counterbalance Forklift Trucks. These replace Laker’s IC Engine Yard Trucks, ensuring that Laker reduces as much CO2 as possible. They
also allow for great flexibility, with opportunity charging meaning Laker can charge batteries whenever the forklifts are not being used. In addition, to support Laker’s green ambitions, the Lithium Forklifts offer near zero CO2 emissions especially compared to the standard forklifts, as well as a greatly reduced running cost along with improved reliability compared to IC engine equivalent forklift trucks. As a family run merchant, safety is always a key factor, so much attention was focused on pedestrian safety with both BLUESPOT and RED HALO pedestrian awareness lights fitted in addition to the standard reverse audible alarm and flashing beacon.
Laker managing director Steve Robinson is really pleased with the outcome. He says: “We are thrilled with the partnership with have created with Forkway and the shared passion we have for the environment. We look forward to working with them for many years to come for all our materials handling requirements and are particularly excited for when we can take delivery of further electric Combilifts in the new year, so that our entire materials handling fleet is completely electric, meaning full savings in carbon emissions of 20 tonnes per year.” BMJ
January 2022
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