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22 A DECISION FOR THE FUTURE Last year Brüggen decided to replace its current fleet of forklift trucks. The main goals of this comprehensive project were to have predictable costs thanks to a leasing and service package, high levels of availability in conjunction with maximised flexibility in operations, shorter battery charging times and an online fleet management tool. In the course of the tender, STILL provided persuasive arguments with its Li-ion trucks, premium service from a single source and a custom- ised leasing option: every six years the trucks at the Brüggen plant will be replaced with new units and repairs by the customer service are included in leasing payments. TAILORED EFFICIENCY The first review following completion of this key project shows that, thanks to STILL providing comprehensive advice combined with an in-depth deployment analysis, the Li-ion trucks mean Brüggen can now fully exploit the efficiency potentials without any compromises while also significantly reducing operating costs. This is exemplified by being able to reduce the truck fleet size by 23.8 % thanks to the Li-ion trucks. “Everything Brüggen uses to move its pallets has been changed since May”, says Marek Schröder, head of logistics/purchasing manager non-food. In the lead-up each depart­ ment organised a thorough review of exactly which requirements the new equipment had to satisfy. Based on these specifications, STILL delivered trucks in various versions adapted to specific tasks. In the course of this process the production assistants were able to view the various models available directly at STILL, and select the appropriate features. 39 different models offering different lift heights, fork lengths and battery capacities are currently deployed at Brüggen. LI-ION TECHNOLOGY ADVANTAGES The distinctive aspect of this project is not in fact the broad range of different equipment features but undoubtedly the conversion from lead-acid to Li-ion batteries. A change which brings with it a whole spectrum of advantages: the improved performance of the Li-ion battery is particularly worthwhile wherever the previously deployed Unlike lead-acid batteries, Li-ion batteries can be given an opportunity charge at any charge level. They can be easily charged using the external charge connector. QUICK FACTS INDUSTRY: Food industry COMPANY: Family company based in Lübeck, approx. 830 employees THE SOLUTION: Counterbalanced trucks, low-platform and high-lift trucks featuring Li-ion technology, online fleet management tool STILL PRODUCTS: RX 50 Li-Ion, SD 20Li-Ion, EXV Li-Ion, EXU Li-Ion, SU Li-Ion, STILL FleetManager 4.x Take a look! Future of e-mobility in action at H. & J. Brüggen. FIELD REPORT

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