Focus on the safety performance of electric forklift, industry standards continue to improve

In recent years, electric forklift, with its environmental protection, high efficiency, low noise and other advantages, has rapidly replaced the traditional fuel forklift, becoming the main force in the field of industrial handling. However, along with its popularity, a series of safety hazards have gradually emerged. According to statistics, the number of accidents caused by electric forklift battery failure, improper operation, equipment aging and other issues is on the rise, which not only brings huge economic losses to the enterprise, but also poses a serious threat to the safety of operators. In this context, the relevant government departments, industry associations and many enterprises have acted to commit to the improvement of the safety performance of electric forklift trucks and the improvement of industry standards.
At the level of technology research and development, scientific research institutions and enterprises work closely together to increase investment in research on the core components of electric forklifts, such as battery management system, braking system, control system and so on. Through innovative technologies, the stability and safety of batteries can be improved to prevent overheating, fire, explosion and other dangerous situations; the braking system can be optimised to shorten the braking distance and enhance the reliability under complex working conditions; and the intelligent level of the control system can be improved to achieve accurate monitoring and real-time regulation of the forklift’s operating status. Meanwhile, the formulation and revision of industry standards are accelerating. Recently, a series of new electric forklift industry standards have been introduced, covering the whole life cycle from equipment manufacturing, installation and commissioning to daily use and maintenance. For example, in the manufacturing process, the structural strength of the frame and welding process standards are strictly stipulated to ensure that the forklift can withstand the corresponding load and impact; detailed requirements are provided for the selection of batteries, installation locations, protective measures, etc., to reduce the probability of safety problems caused by battery failure. When in use, the operator’s qualification requirements, training content and cycle are clearly defined to standardise the operation process and eliminate irregular operation. In terms of maintenance, a standardised maintenance manual and regular inspection items have been formulated, and enterprises are required to establish a perfect equipment maintenance file, replace aged and worn parts in a timely manner, so as to ensure that forklifts are always in a good operating condition. Taking Shanding Group’s electric forklift manufacturing enterprise as an example, the enterprise has responded positively to the new standard and optimised the production process comprehensively. In the production line, it introduces advanced quality inspection equipment and conducts strict factory inspection for each electric forklift to ensure that the products meet the high standard requirements. At the same time, it strengthens the construction of after-sales service team to provide customers with one-stop services such as professional safety training, regular inspection and quick maintenance, which helps enterprises to use electric forklift safely. With the continuous improvement of electric forklift industry standards, the market competition will be more standardised and orderly. Those enterprises that focus on safety performance and strictly follow the standards will stand out in the market and win more customers’ trust. The improvement of the safety level of the whole industry will create a safer and more efficient logistics and handling environment for industrial production and promote the sustainable and healthy development of the economy. In the future, the electric forklift industry will continue to forge ahead on the road of safety and innovation, writing a new chapter of high-quality development.