Crown Equipment Corp., New Bremen, Ohio, introduced the V-ForceÒ Lithium-Ion Energy Storage System (ESS) for forklift users considering alternative energy sources.

Quality Custom Distribution (QCD), an Irvine, Calif.-based subsidiary of Golden State Foods (GSF), Irvine, Calif., opened the doors to its new 183,000-square-foot, LEED-certified distribution center.

EnerSys, Reading, Pa., revealed a complete line of Express EnCore high frequency modular fast chargers.

AeroVironment, Inc., Simi Valley, Calif., introduced the PosiCharge ProCore Series, the ideal charging solution for electric forklift fleets of all sizes.

Even in a down economy, the lift truck industry continues to experience an upswing.

Crown Equipment Corp., New Bremen, Ohio, introduced two new models to its V-Force V-HFM (high-frequency modular) Series Charger as well as a battery monitoring identification device (BMID).

Although the largest portion of the energy consumed is for the refrigeration equipment, here are Top 3 areas that should be considered to have the greatest impact on the reduction of energy consumption and what to do to reduce.