Yale: Forklift Maneuverability

Logistics Insight Asia - New Products, 24/11/2009

Yale continues its NexGen product introduction program with the release of the VG cushion tire series.

Available in lifting capacities from 2,200 kg to 3,500 kg, the VG series is a cushion tire truck generally used in internal applications where lifting capacities are in excess of 2,000 kg and space to maneuver is at a premium. Typical examples are engineering and industrial manufacturing; print facilities; paper and packaging manufacturers and distributors; as well as cross docking in warehouse and distribution applications.


The series includes the e-balance technology, enabling the operator to choose between HiP, a high productivity setting, and eLo, an energy saving setting. Operating in HiP mode, the truck delivers acceleration for demanding productivity applications. The eLo setting, providing exceptional energy efficiency, allows the forklift truck to operate for longer periods between battery charges.

Performance can be further customized with the forklift truck’s four performance modes, where the highest setting provides maximum speed and acceleration and the lowest mode is used where the application demands very precise load handling and maneuverability.


All forklift trucks in the series can incorporate the Accutouch mini lever module which features cushioned arm and palm rest with fingertip control of levers. These features are considered to be a major contributor in reducing Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI).

Standard on all Yale NexGen trucks is ‘YaleStop’, an ‘Automatic Park Brake’ that is common to many Yale electric trucks. Similar to the feature fitted on premium specification cars, YaleStop increases productivity where the driver is frequently moving on and off the truck. It also eliminates the need for alarms and buzzers that alert operators when the handbrake has not been set.

Yale, www.yale-forklifts.eu