Pros and Cons of an Electric Pallet Jack

Electric Pallet Jacks are a safer, more productive and environmentally friendly devices. For some operations, the productivity gains of an electric pallet jack outweigh the additional cost that comes with them.  They offer features such as improved steering capability, power braking as well as speed limiting functions. However, for some, manual pallet jacks are the most affordable, practical option. Depending on the users’ preference it can be easier to operate a device that doesn’t require battery recharge, such as the manual pallet jack. However, for others the benefits and ease of an electric option outweigh the disadvantage of having to charge an electric pallet jack.

MHA’s Electric Pallet Jack (The Edge) is an economical option for an electric pallet truck and constructed to avoid the strain of manually pushing a pallet standard pallet jack. It has a load capacity of up to 1500kg. The disadvantage of an electric pallet truck such as the edge is the price differentiation between an electric model and a standard pallet jack.

MHA also offer a standard Electric Pallet Truck which is economical and the best option for an electric pallet truck, to avoid the strain of manually pushing a pallet. Acceleration, speed and braking characteristics are fully programable so suit all driver’s needs.

Main Benefits of Electric Pallet Jacks

Electric pallet jacks’ main benefit is the strain being reduced when manually pushing a pallet. This feature is something a standard non-electric pallet jack wouldn’t guarantee. Depending on what one can afford, the Electric Pallet Jack is an overall ergonomically, safer device. However, the cost of a convenient device comes expensive with Electric Pallet Jacks.

It is also important to consider the risk factors associated with purchasing an electric pallet jack. Staff should be trained on how to safely operate Electric Pallet jacks, so as to ensure no injury occurs. Training can be time consuming and expensive, so the benefits of this need to be seriously considered. Another disadvantage to electric pallet jacks, is increased maintenance. Electric pallet jacks can face more maintenance problems, as their complexity means more times and money will be spent on maintenance and repairs.

For increased productivity, electric pallet jacks are guaranteed to lower, lift as well as move around the facility at a much quicker pace than a manual pallet jack can. They also help with handling heavier loads, the fact that they are power operated, workers won’t have the issue of having to manually push something heavy.

For more product details on the Electric Pallet Jack, MHA’s entire selection of electric pallet jacks are available with detailed information, and in a variety of sizes. Depending on the application, affordability and workplace environment it is important to consider the advantages and disadvantages of electric pallet jacks, before purchasing.