Electric High Lift Pallet Jack– The Ultimate FAQ Guide.

We at CUBLIFT take pride in manufacturing the best forklifts, pallet jacks, order pickers, and pallet stackers. Similarly, our Electric High Lift Pallet Jack is one of the best you will come across in the market.

Our extensive 15 years of research and experience in the field have made us emerge as the number one manufacturers of Electric High Lift Pallet Jack. Our quality of the Electric High Lift Pallet Jack speaks for us.

So, if you are looking to purchase an Electric High Lift Pallet Jack, you have come to the right place.

An Electric High Lift Pallet Jack will turn out to be one of the best investments you can do to make transporting pallets around the premises easier.

An Electric High Lift Pallet Jack is a type of forklift which you can use to get stacked pallets across from one place to another. In these, the function is motorized and you don’t need to have a person around operating it. Easy, isn’t it?

The Electric High Lift Pallet Jack does not need anyone to operate it. Usually, they don’t have space for a person to stand on it, but it can be customized. Yes, at CUBLIFT we make customized products to suit your every need.

This FAQ guide will be talking about the entire working, maintenance, and functions of an Electric High Lift Pallet Jack. After reading this, you will be left with no questions regarding the Electric High Lift Pallet Jack.

1.What is an electric high lift pallet jack?

An electric high lift pallet is a machine that is used to lift heavy pallets from one place to another. These are used as an alternative where forklifts and trucks can’t be used. These belong to the family of pallet jacks and are more powerful than the normal pallet jacks you come across.

Moreover, the electric high lift pallet jack does justice to its name by allowing the operator to lift heavy pallets to a higher height as compared to the normal pallet jacks.

2.How many types of high lift pallet jacks are there?

There are two basic types of high lift pallet jacks as below:

• Manual high lift pallet jack
• Electric high lift pallet jack

In a manual high lift pallet jack, you need to operate it manually as the name suggests. It is used when you need to lift medium-sized pallets from one end of the room to the other. Operating a manual one requires deep training as the person operating it is responsible for lifting and putting it down.

On the other hand, an electric high lift pallet jack has an electric motor. It is through the motor that the lifting, movement, and putting down of the pallets are done. Even though the electric ones are operated by the machine, there can be a person riding on it to supervise things.

3. How does an electric high lift pallet jack work?

Generally, it is believed that an electric high lift pallet jack is very technical. In reality, it is not very technical and has a very simple mechanism. Yes, the working of the electric high lift pallet hack is very simple.

First of all, the forks of an electric high lift pallet jack are the ones that are raised and down when the hydraulic system kicks in. they give enough power to the forks to lift the pallets from the ground and raise them high.

4.What are the advantages offered by an electric high lift pallet jack?

An electric high lift pallet jack is a very important addition to your equipment if you want to make things easier, avoid accidents and reduce the physical burden on your workers. Better yet, the electric high lift pallet jack at CUBLIFT does more. Apart from the advantages discussed below, it offers durability and longevity too.

Hence, you will just need to invest once in the CUBLIFT electric high lift pallet jack and you are good to go. If maintained properly, it can last you a lifetime. The list of advantages of an electric high lift pallet jack is as below:

• It lets you lift pallets very high. The reason why it is used instead of a manual electric high lift pallet jack is that it can reach quickly to higher shelves.
• Electric high lift pallet jacks don’t even need an operator to be pumping the handle anymore. Thus, saving time and effort.
• Quick lifting – it only takes around 10 seconds to 12 seconds to lift the pallets with an electric high lift pallet jack.
• It also helps in moving the particular boxes from the shelf to the pallet.
• Helps in moving the boxes from the assembly line to the pallets.
• It also helps in loading other equipment with the pallets.

5.Why do you even need an electric high lift pallet jack?

The need for an electric high lift pallet jack arose after the challenge normal pallet jacks faced. A normal pallet jack is only able to raise the pallet a couple of inches off the floor, move it a particular distance and lower it back on the floor.

Now, that was not enough. As the rest of the work was still manual. People had to pick the pallets and place them on higher surfaces. The truth is that pallets don’t just need to be moved and picked from the floor and placed back there. Most of the time, these things need to be placed on higher shelves.

To curtail this problem, electric high lift pallet jacks came into play. When the forks of the high lift pallet jacks are on ground level, it operates just like any other pallet jack. But, even then there was an issue that the operator needed to pump almost 64-69 pumps on the handle to get the pallets up where they belong.

In came the electric high lift pallet jack, it even eliminated the need to pump manually. A push of the button is all that is required to lift the pallets.

6.Are pallet jacks and pallet trucks one and the same thing at CUBLIFT?

Yes. A pallet jack comes by many names. A pallet jack is also known as a pallet truck, jigger, scooter, pallet pump, or dog. The functioning of both is the same. It is used to move pallets from one place to another.

7.How is CUBLIFT’s electric high lift pallet jack better than the rest?

At CUBLIFT, there is no compromise on quality. Being in the market for more than 15 years, CUBLIFT has established itself as one of the biggest pallet manufacturers. One of the reasons for this is the economic price we offer as compared to the others on the market.

The economical price is not because of lack of quality, it is because CUBLIFT has achieved economies of scale in the production of pallet jacks and similar equipment. We have established suppliers and efficient production lines. Hence, the price is the best you can get in the market.

• Durable stainless steel and high-quality materials have been used in the production process. This ensures longevity and durability.
• High capacity of around 2,200 pounds on the most basic model.
• Solid, polyurethane wheels that make it easy to move from one place to another
• Customization – Yes, the other manufacturers usually don’t offer the option of customization. They have factory build models and that is what they sell. We, at CUBLIFT have the option of customization and you can tell your specifications and we will make a high-quality, customized electric high life pallet jack for you!

8.What are the different applications of CUBLIFT’s electric high lift pallet jack?

One of the best pieces of equipment to have around the warehouse, CUBLIFT’s electric high lift pallet jack is going to cut down cost, effort and increase efficiency manifold. But, how does it do it? Well, it does so by offering the following applications:

• Can handle and transport large pallets in smaller spaces
• Reduce the physical strain on the employees. Instead of bending down and lifting heavy pallets, CUBLIFT’s electric high lift pallet jack does the trick
• Easier to maneuver
• Perfect for vertical storage

9.What are the specifications of CUBLIFT’s electric high lift pallet jack?

Generally, the specifications of an electric high lift pallet jack are the same across the board as it is a standard piece of equipment. But, at CUBLIFT, we also offer customization. So, if you are buying CUBLIFT’s electric high lift pallet jack, you can customize it according to your demands and specifications.

The standard specifications of the electric high lift pallet jack are as follows. Keep in mind the specs change with different models. We have included the most basic and standard electric high lift pallet jack

10.What maximum weight can the electric high lift pallet jack take?

Depending on the model of the electric high lift pallet jack, the maximum weight it can take varies. The basic models can take up to 2000 lbs as maximum. On the other hand, the high-end models can even bear around 5,500 lbs. Before you buy an electric high lift pallet jack, check the maximum weight.

11.What material is the electric high lift pallet jack made of?

At CUBLIFT, the electric high lift pallet jack is made of steel. This is the reason why the forks don’t end up bending when you put the load on them. Also, the steel used is high-quality and durable. The wheels are made of polyurethane which gives them stability and longevity and the ability to take on a load of not only the pallets but also the weight of the electric high lift pallet jack.

12.Does the operator require extensive training to operate an electric high lift pallet jack?

Yes. Some people think that if it is electric, it will perform on its own. This is not the case. For operating the electric high lift pallet jack, you need properly trained operators to handle it safely.

13.What features should you look at before buying an electric high lift pallet jack?

For an electric pallet jack to perform well, there are some things you need to look out for. They are as follows:

• Durable and sturdy material: preferably steel.
• Polyurethane or nylon wheels
• Telescopic

As you can see, all these points towards durability and safety. So, look for a durable, high-quality electric high lift pallet jack to avoid accidents and serious injury at work.

14.What are the benefits of using CUBLIFT’s electric high lift pallet jack over other equipment?

Some of the benefits that the electric high lift pallet jack at CUBLIFT offer are as follows:

• They are one of the most economical equipment that can move pallets from one place to another.
• Ease of use – compared to forklifts, operating the CUBLIFT’s electric high lift pallet jack is easier
• Less training – best of all, the operators don’t need to undergo extensive training. In operating other equipment, there is a lot of technicalities involves. Hence, extensive and proper training is required to operate them.
• Congested Places – Forklifts can’t reach narrow and congested places. They are too big for those. For this reason, the use of forklifts is very limited inside. On the other hand, the electric high lift pallet jack has the benefit of reaching difficult, congested, and narrower aisles.
• It is less complex as compared to a forklift.

15.What problems does an electric high lift pallet jack tackle?

The biggest and major problem for which you use an electric high lift pallet jack is the problem of reaching narrow aisles and congested places. Some other problems tackles by an electric high lift pallet jack are as follows:

• The electric high lift pallet jack solves the problem of placing pallets on shelves 30” high.
• No more manual pumping to lift the forks higher.

16.What are the fork specifications of an electric high lift pallet jack?

Depending on the model you are going for, you can an electric high lift pallet jack with the following fork specifications:

• 48”
• 42”
• 36”

The fork width is anything from 21” to 45” depending on the length of the forks. Apart from these general ones, you can also have the CUBLIFT electric pallet jack customized from us. We offer the services of customization on also.

17.What is the difference between a pallet jack and a forklift?

Some people confuse a pallet jack and a forklift. But, there are a few differences between the two. The biggest difference is the size, load capacity, and moving ability of the forklift and pallet jack. A forklift is bigger, can take on more loads and is difficult to maneuver when compared to a pallet jack.

• Forklifts can raise loads higher as compared to the pallet jack.
• Forklifts are heavier, stronger, and more complex pieces of equipment.
• Pallet jacks can reach smaller and tighter spaces as they are smaller and manufactured in that way.

You can’t replace a pallet jack with a forklift or vice versa. Both have their features and their applications.

18.What material are the wheels of the electric high lift pallet jack made off?

The two main materials used to make the wheels of an electric high lift pallet jack are polyurethane, nylon, and even rubber.

At CUBLIFT, we use polyurethane as the material with which to make the wheels. The reason for this is that it is highly durable and versatile and can be easily used on different terrains.

Another reason is that they can take on a lot of wear and tear and do not cause any harm to the floor. So, when you use CUBLIFT’s electric high lift pallet jack, there will be no wheel marks on scratches on the floor.

19.How high can the electric high lift pallet jack lift?

The maximum a good quality electric high lift pallet jack can reach is around 8 feet.

20.Are there any safety rules to follow when using the electric high lift pallet jack?

Even though the electric high lift pallet jack at CUBLIFT is very safe and we follow all the quality and safety standards set out, it is better to follow some safety rules when operating the electric high lift pallet jack. It has been seen that all over the world, the accidents caused while using an electric high lift pallet jack are majorly the fault of the operator.

So, to avoid these types of accidents, be sure to read the instruction manual thoroughly before you use the particular electric high lift pallet jack. Every company and manufacturer has different safety rules but the general and must-follow ones are as below:

• Check the floor thoroughly to see if there are any nuts, bolts or other things that can cause a hindrance.
• Don’t place your feet or foot under the electric high lift pallet jack, it can be fatal.
• ALWAYS check that the battery is charged before operating it. It should be nothing less than fully charged.
• Check all the features before you start working. Check whether the electric high lift pallet truck is turning or not? Check whether the forks are lifting and come down or not? Inspect it overall and use all the features to know it is fully operational and safe to use.
• Make sure the emergency shut-off and the kill switch are working. You will notice that most of the electric high lift pallet trucks have these.
• Check all the controls. Neutral, backward, and forward
• When you are done with all the work for the day, make sure to double-check if you have shut it off properly. Also, make sure you have connected it to the rechargeable port so that it is ready to be used the next time.
• ALWAYS wear safety equipment while operating the electric high lift pallet jack.
• Read the instructions manual.
• Never exceed the maximum load capacity mentioned in the instruction manual.
• Try to use it on proper traffic lines. Don’t go into areas you are not familiar with. If needed, always look at the way before you go ahead and take the electric high lift pallet jack there.

21.Are there any disadvantages of using an electric high lift pallet jack as compared to the manual high lift pallet jack?

Even though an electric high lift pallet jack has many advantages over the manual high lift pallet jack, it does lack behind in some cases.

• First of all, they are expensive as compared to the manual ones
• As they are electric, they need to undergo more maintenance. Because it is more complex, it requires more maintenance.
• It cannot be stopped very quickly. As they are specially designed to move bigger pallets, it can get a little difficult to stop them quickly.
• More training – as compared to the manual high lift pallets, the operators require more training as compared to the manual ones.
• More safety precautions – as they involve heavier loads and electric components, they have more safety precautions associated with them.

22.Is CUBLIFT’s electric high lift pallet jack reliable?

Yes. At CUBLIFT, you will not only get the best electric high lift pallet jack, but all other equipment is the best. We are the market leader when it comes to pallet stackers, pallet jacks, and order pickers.

Once the electric high lift pallet jack is manufactured, it passes a number of international quality standards like ISO 14001, ISO 9001, and other quality standards. This shows that the electric pallet jack at CUBLIFT is super reliable.

With an experience of 15+ years, CUBLIFT has achieved economies of scale in the production of electric high lift pallet jacks and similar equipment.

23.Does CUBLIFT’s electric high lift pallet jack come with brakes?

Pallet jacks don’t come with brakes. So, it is not probable that you will find an electric high lift pallet jack that has brakes. At CUBLIFT, we do offer the option of brakes in the electric high-life pallet jack.

24.How do you operate the CUBLIFT electric high lift pallet jack?

Operating the CUBLIFT’s electric high lift pallet jack is very easy. There are a few steps that need to be followed to ensure proper working of the electric high lift pallet jack.

• Stand being the electric pallet jack; never stand in front of it.
• Get the forks beneath the pallets. The pallets should fall in the middle of the pallets.
• The forks should be exactly beneath the pallets. Try to maintain an exact balance.
• Press the button with which to lower to forks of the electric high lift pallet jack.
• Move the electric high lift pallet in the position you want to position the pallets.

25.Do you need to wear safety equipment when operating CUBLIFT’s electric high lift pallet jack?

Yes. It is important to wear safety equipment while you are operating CUBLIFT’s electric high lift pallet jack. Some of the safety equipment you need to wear is as follows:

• Good quality goggles or protective eyewear. This helps to protect from any falling material or chemical spills if they are being moved.
• High-quality safety footwear. The ones with steel toes are preferable as they help prevent injuries to the foot in case of any falling material or if the electric high lift pallet jack’s wheel goes over your feet.
• These help in handling heavy materials. Moreover, it prevents the hands from cuts and burns. Another major thing they prevent is the fingers smashing against the materials

26.    Is CUBLIFT’s electric high lift pallet jack cost-effective or expensive?

The CUBLIFT’s electric high lift pallet jack is very cost-effective. This is because of the strong supply chains and highly developed production lines. This allows us at CUBLIFT to deliver high quality at very affordable rates.

Additionally, the features and durability offered by CUBLIFT’s electric high lift pallet jacks are much better than the normal ones being sold in the market. Even though first, it may seem like an expensive investment at first, over the years, it does justice to the price. The longevity factor allows taking back all the initial investment and provides to be a cost-effective buy over the long run.

27.Will loading more weight on the CUBLIFT’s electric high lift pallet jack be dangerous?

Yes. The electric high lift pallet jack at CUBLIFT already provides better than the market weight loading capacity. But, if you try to load more weight than the one mentioned, it can end up being catastrophic.

Even though the electric high lift pallet jack can take a few pounds extra, you never know when adding even 1 lb can result in the fork breaking off. Not only will you have an expensive piece of equipment gone to waste, but the material can also fall on someone and result in loss of life and property.

Hence, it is better to spend a little time and go back for new pallets instead of overloading the electric high lift pallet jack and resulting in a major accident.

28.Are there any OSHA regulations on stacking and what is the OSHA training?

When it comes to stacking materials, it can also be very dangerous. We recommend following the OSHA regulations in case of stacking the pallets. The stacking regulations are as follows:

• If using a forklift or pallet stacker, you can only stack pallets to a maximum of 20 feet. On the other hand, in the case of manual stacking, it should not exceed 16 feet.
• They should be properly balanced and should be placed on top of the other.
• Once stacked, the pallets need to be self-supporting and stand properly balanced without any additional support.

These are just a few of the stacking regulations imposed by OSHA and that need to be followed when using CUBLIFT’s electric high lift pallet jack. For this, they also give extensive training for this purpose.

According to extensive studies, most of the accidents that occur while using the electric high lift pallet jack and forklifts occur because of the fault of the operators. For this sole purpose, OSHA gives training in which they tell details about how to use an electric high lift pallet jack and the safety equipment also.

According to law, it is important to have proof of proper training before you operate heavy-duty machines like an electric high lift pallet jack.

29.How to maintain CUBLIFT’s electric high lift pallet jack?

Maintenance is just as important when it comes to increasing the durability of the electric high lift pallet jack or any other equipment and machinery. If you do not maintain CUBLIFT’s electric high lift pallet jack, it can end in bad consequences. For instance, the load can tilt and fall and cause serious injuries to the person beneath.

The first thing to do is conduct a proper inspection check every time you are about to use the electric high lift pallet truck. Even though it will seem to be time-consuming, it is imperative to avoid accidents.

Some things to look out for are:

• Crack and marks
• Thoroughly check the wheels for signs of wear and tears.
• Check all the functions before you switch the electric high lift pallet jack on.

30.What features should be looked into before buying an electric high lift pallet jack?

Even though it depends on the application that needs to perform, it is good to know what features are important to help you decide which electric high lift pallet jack you need. Some of the features to see are maximum load capacity, turning radius, lift capacity, wheels, fork width, fork length, maximum height, etc.

31.Is the electric high lift pallet jack at CUBLIFT worth the buy?

Yes. CUBLIFT’s electric pallet jack is the best you can get. Firstly, it is made of the best materials you can find on the market and gives the best performance. Secondly, it also gives excellent value for money.