1 | Challenge: Electrifying heavy industry. Reducing CO₂ and powering the timber sector with sustainable solutions.
Rising sustainability expectations, tighter diesel regulations and greater efficiency of electric drives are accelerating the shift towards electric forklifts, even in traditionally diesel-dominated heavy-duty sectors. This shift is particularly evident in industries such as timber, recycling and port logistics, where the demands of material handling are high and environmental goals are becoming increasingly ambitious.
Heavy-duty forklifts play a key role in such environments, transporting bulky loads both indoors and outdoors. Although combustion engine forklifts have long dominated heavy industry, there is now a clear shift towards electrification. Companies are now pursuing low- or zero-emission operations, with motive power batteries at the heart of this transition.
As a "1.5-degree company", a global equipment manufacturer and supply chain partner, is leading this change, aiming to cut CO₂ emissions by at least 50% by 2030 in line with the Paris Agreement, and driving innovation across its portfolio. Thanks to advancements in battery technology, electric industrial trucks are no longer limited to light loads. Modern electric forklifts now deliver the high and consistent performance required for demanding applications in sectors such as timber and steel, as well as at ports, terminals and distribution centres. Key factors such as peak load capacity, cost, weight and charging time are constantly refined to ensure reliability and uptime.
As heavy-duty requirements increase, so does the demand for energy. High-performance HOPPECKE traction batteries, which can deliver up to 120 volts, are used to power electric forklifts for intensive tasks without any compromise.
2 | Solution: Power without compromise. Battery innovation for demanding applications.
To meet the demanding performance standards of heavy-duty forklifts, HOPPECKE recommended its high-performance trak | uplift quadro battery system—a solution engineered specifically for high-tonnage vehicles, high-current applications, and dynamic load profiles.
In the timber industry, equipment must be able to withstand extreme conditions. Forklifts operate in rugged, dusty environments where they are exposed to extreme temperatures that push machinery to its limits. Operators must contend with rough terrain and oversized loads that reduce visibility, especially when lifting timber spanning several metres in front of the cabin. For this manufacturer and its customers, ensuring safety and reliability at every stage of the supply chain is essential.
Battery systems in these settings must do more than deliver power—they must balance voltage, capacity, and durability while coping with peak loads and tight charging windows. In heavy-duty operations, challenges include meeting energy demands while keeping within structural and dimensional constraints.
Additionally, reliability over long shifts and ease of maintenance are critical to minimizing downtime and while optimizing operational efficiency.
HOPPECKE’s trak | uplift quadro 120V battery system rises to the challenge. Its newly developed high-current cell meets all requirements for capacity, weight, and size—while delivering outstanding performance. It integrates with standard battery trays and chargers, simplifying implementation. Thanks to significantly reduced internal resistance, the system achieves greater voltage stability and efficiency under load. This means longer operating times and up to 75% more usable capacity—reducing frequent battery changes. In many cases, fleets maintain productivity with fewer swaps, lowering total cost of ownership.
As sustainability becomes key in industrial decisions, trak | uplift quadro enables companies to combine power with responsibility. The result: high-performance, emission-free forklift operation matching or exceeding engine-powered equipment capabilities.
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