Jungheinrich launches EFG 2/2i and 3/3i series
WITH THE EFG 2/2i and 3/3i series, Jungheinrich is launching a new generation of electric counterbalanced forklift trucks in the load capacity class of up to 2 tonnes.
Developed on the basis of customer feedback from over 170,000 vehicles sold, the models are aimed at users who wish to see high productivity, safety and future-proofing combined in a compact vehicle design.
The EFG 2/2i series offers particularly manoeuvrable three-wheel forklifts with load capacities ranging from 1.4 to 2.0 tonnes, whilst the EFG 3/3i series, comprising four-wheel forklifts, covers the 1.6 to 2.0-tonne range.
A key development objective was to enable customers to utilise their existing warehouse space even more efficiently. With an integrated lithium-ion battery, optimised steering axle geometry and consistently compact design, the new EFG 2/3i achieves up to 15% better space efficiency, says the manufacturer.
Compared with the previous series, the turning circle has been reduced by up to 300 millimetres, depending on the model. This enables safe and efficient operation in narrow aisles, on lorry loading areas or in confined production areas, and reduces space costs.
The new series has been developed with the driver’s perspective firmly in mind. An enlarged footwell with around 100 millimetres of additional legroom, a lower entry height and an ergonomically optimised steering column reduce physical strain.
A key safety feature is the newly designed, angled B-pillar. It reduces the blind spot when reversing by up to 65%, a significant safety improvement: statistics show that the majority of all accidents involving industrial trucks occur whilst reversing.
A low dashboard area and the optional panoramic roof further improve visibility of the forks, load and rack levels, particularly when working at greater lift heights.
The optionally available SmartStripe LED light strip increases the truck’s visibility through clear braking, direction-of-travel and warning signals; it also displays the current battery charge status, even from a distance. To detect problems early and avoid unplanned downtime, the electric forklift trucks are networked as standard and provide operational data in real time. With digital service, predictive maintenance and remote diagnostics, fleets remain in operation for longer – with shorter repair times and lower costs.
