| Metric | Sodium-Ion | LFP (LiFePO₄) | Lead-Acid | |
| Cold-Weather Discharge | Down to −40°C | Model-dependent | Reduced capacity in cold | |
| Cycle Life | 8000 cycles | 3000–5000 cycles | 500–1500 cycles | |
| Energy Density | Chemistry-dependent | Generally high | Generally low | |
| Maintenance | No watering | No watering | Watering for flooded types | |
| Storage Applications |
| Daily solar storage, compact systems | Backup power, budget-led projects |
Reach & Narrow-Aisle Trucks
Electric Counterbalance Forklifts
Electric Pallet Trucks
Electric Stackers

High-rack warehouses rely on reach trucks and narrow-aisle equipment to move pallets efficiently through confined storage lanes. Polinovel sodium-ion forklift batteries can be configured to support frequent lifting, precise positioning, and repeated travel throughout daily shifts. Voltage, capacity, enclosure dimensions, and battery weight are reviewed to match each truck's electrical system and limited battery compartment space.

Electric counterbalance forklifts handle loading, unloading, and pallet transport in factories, warehouses, and distribution centers. These operations require traction power for travel and lifting under changing loads. Polinovel sodium-ion battery solutions can be specified according to vehicle voltage, peak-current demand, working hours, and counterweight requirements, helping buyers assess a suitable replacement or OEM configuration.

Electric pallet trucks keep goods moving between receiving areas, storage zones, and shipping docks. Frequent stops and short transport routes make battery size, daily energy demand, and charging schedules important selection factors. Polinovel offers sodium-ion battery configurations for compatible pallet trucks, with electrical connections, available installation space, and charging equipment checked before integration into the vehicle.

Electric stackers support pallet lifting, shelf replenishment, and inventory handling in warehouses where compact equipment is essential. Their duty cycles combine short travel distances with repeated lifting, placing demands on battery power and capacity. Polinovel sodium-ion traction batteries can be evaluated for compatible stacker models, with attention to voltage, compartment dimensions, vehicle stability, and charger fit.

Are sodium-ion batteries suitable for electric forklifts?
Yes. Sodium-ion batteries can be designed for electric forklifts and industrial material handling equipment. Suitability depends on the vehicle's voltage, current demand, installation space, weight requirements, and charging system.
Can sodium-ion forklift batteries work at −40°C?
Selected Polinovel sodium-ion forklift batteries specify a discharge temperature range down to −40°C. This does not mean that charging at −40°C is supported or that full rated capacity is available at that temperature. Charging and runtime requirements should be evaluated separately.
How do I select the right forklift battery capacity?
Start by reviewing the forklift's daily energy consumption, working hours, lifting frequency, load requirements, and charging opportunities. Capacity should be selected according to the complete operating profile.
Can sodium-ion batteries replace lead-acid forklift batteries?
Replacement may be possible in compatible equipment. Voltage, battery dimensions, required counterweight, discharge current, charger compatibility, and electrical connections must be verified.
Does Polinovel support OEM forklift battery configurations?
Yes. Polinovel supports OEM configurations involving battery voltage, capacity, enclosure dimensions, weight, electrical connectors, BMS parameters, and integration requirements.
