Converting from Liquid Propane (LP) to Electric Lift Trucks
Total Warehouse has transformed businesses and continue to make a significant impact on environmental sustainability. Our efforts have helped businesses convert over 10,500 lift trucks from Liquid Propane to Electric, avoid the emission of 1,420,000 tons of CO2, and achieve substantial fuel savings of approximately $224 billion for our clients. Our Propane to Electric Conversion Program has saved clients approximately $64,500,000 in fuel LPG savings yearly.
Propane-fueled forklifts have been a staple in warehouses and plants for years, but a shift is happening as more companies opt for electric trucks and forklift fleets.
Cost of Ownership
Propane vs Lead Acid vs TPPL vs LithiumHow to Use This Calculator
- Enter your fleet size and annual operating days at the top
- Adjust the values for each energy type (hover over inputs for details)
- The calculator will automatically update results 3 seconds after your last change
- Compare the yearly costs and potential savings across different energy types
- Results are color-coded (green for savings, red for costs)
This calculator helps you compare the cost of ownership between Propane, Lead Acid, TPPL, and Lithium power sources for your fleet.
General Parameters
Propane
Lead Acid (810)
TPPL (770)
Lithium (518)
Costs Calculation Results
| Model | Propane | Lead Acid | TPPL | Lithium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Cost by Life Expectancy | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Annual Fuel/Elec Cost Per Truck | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Annual Fleet Cost | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Total Fleet Savings 1Yr | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Total Fleet Savings 5Yr | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Total Fleet Savings 10Yr | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Top 4 Reasons to Go from LP to Electric Batteries
Expense:
Propane is pricier than electric power, with fluctuating prices adding uncertainty. Electric forklifts boast lower maintenance costs, resulting in a significantly reduced total cost of ownership. Recent studies show that $0.40 of electricity equals the work of $2.50 of propane. Conduct a cost assessment with your local power management partner to build a compelling business case for going from LP to Electric.
Efficiency:
Propane’s inefficiency contributes to its high cost. Electric forklifts, powered by batteries, eliminate the need for fuel tank changes and offer built-in charging opportunities during breaks. This efficiency means a consistent power supply, avoiding unnecessary expenses and maximizing productivity during three-shift workdays.
Environment and Safety:
Electric power is the environmentally sustainable choice, emitting the lowest greenhouse gases and featuring recyclable batteries. Choosing electric forklifts aligns with sustainability goals and ensures a safer workplace by eliminating the risks associated with propane, such as explosions and harmful fumes.
Equal or Better Performance:
The perception of electric forklifts as lower-performing is outdated. Advances in technology, including lithium batteries and improved charging, have closed the performance gap with propane. Electric forklifts now offer equal or better power and performance, making them a viable and often superior alternative.
In conclusion, the decision to switch to electric forklifts is becoming clearer as the advantages stack up: cost-effectiveness, efficiency, environmental sustainability, and equal or better performance. With many of the old excuses no longer valid, businesses are increasingly making the transition, and in the next decade, propane forklifts may become a rare sight. If you’re nearing the end of a forklift lease, choosing electric is now a well-informed decision backed by compelling reasons.
At Total Warehouse, we can ensure that the process of going from Liquid Propane to Electric is extremely easy. Our experts have helped countless businesses across the United States achieve lower maintenance, reduced costs, increased worker satisfaction, and increased economic sustainability by making the switch. Our team of highly knowledgeable experts can help you make the right decision for your business. Give us a call at 833-868-2500 or contact us online.
