INCREASED PRODUCTIVITY BY 30% AND COST REDUCTION BY 40% FOR THE FORKLIFT RENTAL FLEET WITH B’SMART
The Challenge
Our client, a leading machinery rental company, faced significant challenges with its fleet of 850 electric forklifts equipped with traction batteries. Existing BFS backfill systems resulted in inefficiencies and considerable costs in maintenance and recharging. In addition, the lack of control over the battery charge and discharge cycles and the lack of water in the elements decreased the life of the batteries.
The Solution
To address these challenges, our client opted to implement B’Smart’s fleet digitalization solution. This advanced technology enabled real-time monitoring and effective management of traction batteries in electric trucks, including remote control of charge and discharge cycles and detection of lack of water in the battery elements.
Results and Benefits
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Increased Productivity (CEO Statement):
- “The digitalization of our fleet with B’Smart has been a strategic milestone for us. Our productivity has seen an incredible 30% increase, which has allowed us to provide a more efficient and cost-effective service to our customers.”
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Cost Reduction (Workshop Manager’s Comment)
- “From a technical perspective, the implementation of B’Smart’s solution has made a significant difference. Remote control of the charge and discharge cycles has been instrumental in extending the life of the batteries and reducing the costs associated with their maintenance by 40%.”
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Improved Quality of Service
- With real-time monitoring, we have been able to offer a more reliable and consistent service, strengthening the trust of our customers and consolidating our reputation in the sector.
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Increased Battery Life
- Remote control of the charge and discharge cycles, along with the detection of lack of water in the battery elements, has significantly extended the life of the batteries, generating additional savings.
Conclusions
The collaboration with B’Smart has shown that the adoption of innovative technologies can have a transformative impact on a company’s operational efficiency and profitability. The digitalization of the fleet has not only optimized traction battery management, but has also boosted productivity, reduced costs and improved quality of service.
This case study is a testament to how technological innovation can lead to substantial improvements in business performance and customer satisfaction.