Eco-efficient forklifts for Latin America

The Kalmar forklifts are being supplied to logistics operator Sagres as part of an agreement concluded in January 2020, which includes an option for the purchase of a total of 16 electric forklifts during 2020 and 2021.

“Kalmar’s electric forklift solutions have already proven their ability to enhance environmental performance, cost efficiency and workplace well-being at Guaíba,” said Lucio Pires, technical director, Sagres.

“It was therefore a straightforward decision to exercise our option to purchase the additional machines.”

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Sagres operates at the three main ports in south Brazil – Terminal Logístico Rio Grande (TLRG), Terminal Logístico Pelotas (TLP) and Terminal Logístico Guaíba (TLG) – supporting the operations of Compañía Manufacturera de Papeles y Cartones (CMPC), the second largest pulp and paper manufacturer in Latin America.

The new forklifts will be deployed at CMPC’s pulp and paper plant in the municipality of Guaíba, joining the four identical machines delivered at the start of 2020.

Kalmar light electric forklifts powered by lead-acid battery technology offer all the performance of a powerful diesel truck but without the emissions, noise or vibration.

They feature a time-saving diagnostic system and easy maintenance with an ergonomically designed EGO cabin to provide exceptional visibility, with adjustable control panels, steering wheel and seat.

Delivery of the machines is scheduled to take place during the last quarter of 2020 and first part of 2021.