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POWERING PORTS AND LOGISTICS 

Lithium-Ion Forklift Batteries for Ports and Logistics

Keep freight moving through terminals, cross docks, and distribution hubs with lithium-ion built for around-the-clock operations. Electrify your Class I, II, and III forklifts to reduce battery changes and refueling downtime, cut emissions, and gain real-time visibility across every site. 

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AT A GLANCE 

Flux Power lithium ion forklift batteries help ports, terminals, and logistics operators keep Class I, II, and III forklifts running 24/7. The LiFePO4 batteries support opportunity charging during breaks, require no watering, operate from -22°F to 131°F, and produce zero tailpipe emissions in electric forklifts. SkyEMS adds real time monitoring of battery health and usage across shifts and sites. 

Solving the Challenges that Slow Freight Down

Ports and logistics operations face vessel surges, tight truck appointment windows, around the clock schedules, and growing pressure to reduce emissions. Flux Power lithium ion solutions help operators keep freight moving through every dock door, maintain equipment across multiple sites, and control the cost of powering their fleets. 

Keep Freight Moving Through Every Door

 Cross dock and transload operations depend on fast, predictable turns. A forklift or pallet jack pulled for a battery change or a propane tank swap can leave a trailer waiting and push a carrier past its appointment. Flux Power lithium ion batteries stay in the truck and charge during natural pauses between loads, he

  • Reduce battery changes and refueling stops during loading waves.

  • Opportunity charge between trailers, during breaks, and at shift change. 

  • Maintain consistent performance throughout shift.

  • Use connected battery data to identify equipment at risk before a surge.

 
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S-Series | Walkie Pallet Jacks

Keep trailer loading moving with a lithium ion battery that stays in the pallet jack and opportunity charges between loads. No watering, no battery changes, and consistent power through every outbound wave.

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M-Series | End & Center Rider

Power cross dock staging and order picking across long shifts. The M24 charges during breaks and natural pauses, so riders stay on the floor instead of waiting in the battery room.

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X-Series | Counterbalanced Forklifts

Handle dock loading, devanning, and yard moves with high capacity lithium ion power rated from -22°F to 131°F. A strong option for replacing eligible propane and diesel counterbalance trucks with electric.

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 CASE RESULTS

Texas Manufacturing Plant Achieved $2.34M in Five-Year Savings

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EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING

Problem

A 30-truck fleet used flooded lead-acid batteries, with two batteries per truck, creating a 60-battery system that demanded maintenance, charging, and handling. Maintenance time pulls labor from higher-value tasks, and unavailable trucks disrupt production and flow.

Solution

Switching to Flux Power lithium-ion batteries eliminated battery swaps and reduced maintenance.

Result

They lowered their 5-year costs by $1.6M+ and reduced their fleet and maintenance size.

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30 truck fleet
2 Shifts per day
1500 Annual Truck Hours
2:1 LA batteries per truck

 CONNECTED FLEET INTELLIGENCE 

Monitor Fleet Performance Across Every Shift and Site

SkyEMS turns battery and equipment data into practical fleet insights. Monitor usage, charging behavior, asset health, and performance trends across terminals, warehouses, and regional hubs.

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Monitor Fleet Health

Monitor battery health, charge behavior, temperature, and usage across connected assests.

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Get Alerts Before Freight Waits

Receive notifications on battery conditions so teams can respond before equipment is pulled from service. 

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Identify Underused Assets

Compare utilization across equipment, shifts, and sites to right-size the fleet. 

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Benchmark performance across facilities and standardize fleet practices. 

Understand Your True Cost of Powering Your Logistics Fleet

Equipment price is only one part of the financial picture. Fuel, energy, maintenance, labor, battery changes, charging practices, facility infrastructure, and downtime all affect the total cost of powering a logistics fleet.

Operating Hours and Shifts

Evaluate equipment usage by shift, site, and seasonal surge.

Current Power Surges

Compare propane, diesel, and lead acid costs against lithium-ion. 

Maintenance & Labor

Calculate time spent on engine service, watering, tank changes, and battery changes. 

Fleet Size and Sites

Review equipment types, duty cycles, and charging infrastructure across locations. 

Flux Power can evaluate your equipment, shifts, charging practices, maintenance requirements, and current power source to identify the potential operational and financial impact of transitioning to lithium-ion.

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Logistics Fleet Resources

Lead vs Lithium eBook

Get the facts on longer run-times, faster charging, and reduced maintenance of lithium-ion batteries in comparison to lead acid.

Fleet Impact Assessment Guide

Explore our Fleet Impact whitepaper, built on real-world fleet case studies.

Equipment Manufacturing Plant Saves $2.3M in 5-Years

How one heavy-equipment manufacturer eliminated battery downtime, reduced fleet size, and cut energy costs. 

How to Reduce Forklift Maintenance Costs

Maintenance represents a good amount of the average warehouse’s annual spend, and it is not an area to skip to maintain your fleet’s longevity. 

The Truth About Hydrogen Fuel Cells eBook

Lithium-ion batteries and Hydrogen fuel cells have been renowned for their zero emission benefits, but how do they stack up against each other in the manufacturing space?

How One Manufacturer Saved $1M by Switching to Lithium-Ion

When it comes time to replace aging batteries in your fleet, it pays to look beyond the upfront purchase price.

Build a Smarter Power Strategy for Your Fleet

Whether you're moving raw ingredients or finished goods, our batteries help you stay compliant, reduce downtime, and keep the line moving.

Manufacturing Lithium-Ion Battery FAQs

Accordion Icon How long does it typically take for a manufacturing facility to transition from lead-acid?
Most facilities transition in 4–8 weeks depending on fleet size, infrastructure complexity, and staff training timelines. We manage the transition with a detailed project plan, on-site support, and training. Many customers run a phased rollout (test with 5–10 units, then expand).
Accordion Icon What is the ROI of lithium-ion batteries for manufacturing?
Yes. Flux Power lithium-ion batteries are designed with properly configured thermal management and application-specific charging strategies to support equipment operating in temperature-controlled environments. Unlike lead-acid batteries, lithium-ion solutions maintain consistent performance in cold storage without the freeze-thaw degradation that affects other battery chemistries.
Accordion Icon What is the difference between lithium-ion and lead-acid batteries for manufacturing?
Opportunity charging allows batteries to recharge during scheduled breaks (lunch, shift changes, loading/unloading cycles) rather than requiring a full overnight charge. This supports longer operating hours, reduces the need for spare batteries, and improves equipment utilization across high-throughput order picking, loading, and delivery operations.
Accordion Icon How long do lithium-ion batteries last in continuous-duty applications?
SkyEMS provides connected battery data that allows operations to monitor state of health, state of charge, runtime, utilization, temperature, and reported alerts in real time. This centralized approach supports multi-facility management and helps identify underused assets, optimize charging strategies, and prevent performance issues before they occur.
Accordion Icon Are lithium-ion batteries safe for manufacturing environments?
Yes. Flux Power lithium-ion batteries are UL Listed, meeting rigorous safety and performance standards. All applicable product families carry full documentation of certifications and warranty coverage specific to their intended applications.