Feb 2023

Bin dumpers are specialized material handling equipment (MHE) that safely lift and empty trash cans, bulk ingredient containers, and other receptacles. They’re commonly used for industrial and commercial applications in Europe, Australia and Asia, but in recent years, they’ve become essential equipment in many U.S. industries.

There’s a simple reason so many companies are investing in commercial electric vehicles (EVs): They’re much cheaper to run and maintain than their gas-guzzling counterparts. At the end of 2022, gas cost just over $3.00 per gallon. Diesel was over $4.50 per gallon. Electricity cost less than $2.00 per gasoline gallon equivalent (GGE)—a price that has remained relatively steady since 2011, even as gas prices fluctuate wildly.

Whether you’re planning for a single electric vehicle (EV) or a whole commercial fleet, you’re going to need chargers. But for every EV charger you own, you also need a place to mount it. Enter the EV charger stand, an unsung hero of electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE).

Is battery corrosion costing you money?

Without regular cleaning, industrial batteries may have significantly restricted operating lifespans. Corrosion occurs when sulfuric acid contacts metal, creating a powdery residue that can damage charging cables, cell caps, and the battery’s casing. Since batteries are often the most expensive component of lift trucks and other heavy equipment, maintenance should be a priority for every operation.