Forklift battery getting Hot?

Overheating Forklift Battery? BPS Can Help!”

Overheating is a serious concern for your forklift batteries. Excessive heat can significantly shorten their lifespan and lead to costly replacements.

Why Does My Forklift Battery Overheat?

Heavy Lifting: Demanding workloads generate significant heat within the battery cells.

Frequent Charging/Discharging Cycles: Rapid cycles can cause excessive heat buildup.

The Dangers of Overheating

Reduced Battery Life: High temperatures accelerate internal chemical reactions, leading to premature battery failure.

Performance Issues: Overheating can impact battery capacity and power output, hindering forklift performance.

What to Do When Your Forklift Battery Overheats:

Call BPS Immediately: 1-800-878-2779. Our experienced technicians will diagnose the root cause of the overheating.

Our Approach to Battery Health:

Load Bank Testing: We utilize advanced load bank testing to assess your battery’s performance under real-world conditions.

Specific Gravity Analysis: We carefully measure the specific gravity of the electrolyte to determine the battery’s charge state and identify any cell imbalances.

Expert Adjustments: Our technicians possess the knowledge and tools to adjust your battery’s specific gravity to optimal levels, maximizing its performance and lifespan.

Terms to Understand!

Specific Gravity (Sp. Gr. or SG): Specific Gravity is a measure of the electrolyte concentration in a battery. This measurement is based on the density of the electrolyte compared to the density of water and is typically determined by the use of a hydrometer (see “HYDROMETER”). By definition, the specific gravity of water is 1.00 and the specific gravity of the sulfuric acid electrolyte in a typical fully charged battery is 1.265-1.285. Specific gravity measurements are typically used to determine if the battery is fully charged or if the battery has a bad cell.

Load Tester: An instrument that draws current (discharges) from a battery using an electrical load while measuring voltage. It determines the battery’s ability to perform under actual discharge conditions.

Hydrometer: Device used to indicate density or specific gravity of electrolyte solutions.

Don’t Let Battery Issues Slow You Down

Preventative Maintenance: Regular battery inspections and maintenance by BPS can help prevent overheating issues and prolong battery life.

Expert Service: We service all makes, models, and types of forklift batteries, ensuring your equipment operates at peak efficiency.
Contact BPS Today

We serve most of New York State and Northern PA. Don’t let overheating issues compromise your forklift operations. Contact Battery Power Systems today at 1-800-878-2779 for expert battery service and maintenance.