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As warehouses and cold-chain operations face growing pressure to improve efficiency while managing costs, selecting the right motive power solution has become increasingly important. While lithium-ion batteries continue to gain traction, lead-acid batteries remain a practical, reliable and cost-effective choice for many operations when paired with disciplined charging and maintenance practices.
They offer a lower upfront cost while delivering reliable performance, are highly recyclable and typically achieve around 70% to 80% energy efficiency, depending on operating conditions and maintenance practices.
Alexander Campbell, Area Sales Consultant at Industrial Power, a division of CFAO Equipment, says reliable motive power is not determined by purchasing the most expensive battery.
"It's about selecting the right battery for the application. In low-utilisation, single-shift operations, lead-acid batteries often provide the most cost-effective and dependable solution because there is ample time for charging and routine maintenance.
