Cold store operations pose unique challenges for material handling equipment, with persistent low temperature ranging from 0℃ to below -30℃, high humidity, frequent temperature shifts when staff move between cold zones and ambient normal temperature zones, and condensed frost or water residue on equipment surfaces. Ordinary regular forklifts often face performance degradation or shortened service life after long-term use in such scenarios, so selecting and using a purpose-built cold store forklift properly is critical for stable daily logistics operation.

First, it is necessary to master the core special design of qualified cold store forklifts. The whole vehicle circuit system adopts fully sealed protection design to avoid short circuit risks caused by condensed water, and all rubber and plastic sealing parts, lubricants are selected for special low temperature resistant materials to keep flexible and functional under extreme cold environment. The battery system is also specially calibrated to maintain stable discharge performance under low temperature conditions, without obvious capacity attenuation in long-term operation. Most models are also equipped with heating and anti-slip configuration for operation handle and cabin, to improve operation comfort for on-site staff.

Then, standardized operation and daily maintenance rules are important points to extend the service life of cold store forklifts. Before starting the vehicle after long-term shutdown, operators should complete the specified preheating process step by step, to ensure all core components reach the suitable working temperature before carrying out handling tasks. After finishing the daily work shift, the vehicle should be parked in the transition warm zone for a certain period of time to fully evaporate the condensed frost and water residue on the surface and internal structure. Regular scheduled inspection on electric connections, lubrication status and battery performance is also necessary to eliminate hidden risks in time.

When selecting a suitable cold store forklift, operation teams can match parameters according to their actual operation scenarios: confirm the lowest persistent temperature of the working area, confirm the maximum load weight of daily goods, and measure the minimum channel width in the warehouse, to pick the most matching model. We are Jianshu New Energy, focusing on BYD electric forklift, and can provide professional customized solutions for different cold store operation demands. If you have any inquiry, please send email to [email protected].