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chewingyu
Singapore, Singapore

Anybody with any suggestion on how to reduce fuel consumption (besides asking them to drive less!)??

Is there a device or fuel additive or whatever that can be done to reduce consumption?

BTW, we use diesel.

Posted 28 Oct 2005 05:07 PM

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chewingyu
Singapore, Singapore

Nobody with any suggestions or ideas?? {: (

Posted 2 Nov 2005 04:13 PM

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duodeluxe
New Hampshire, United States

You could buy new Linde forklift trucks. They save a minimum of 40% in fuel over any other truck.

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Posted 3 Nov 2005 00:21 AM

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chewingyu
Singapore, Singapore

Yeah, I was told of this before by a local Linde sales rep but from what I gathered from this forum, switching to a Linde is no easy task. A steep learning curve for operators. Also told that it might experience leaking problems.

What can I do with my existing fleet?

Modified 4 Nov 2005 12:08 AM
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leon
North Carolina, United States

Have the engines checked by a reputable diesel repair shop. Pump calibration should be checked as well as the injectors. If the injectors are fouled the diesel will run poorly and waste fuel. Check the max governed RPM, if the rpm is too high the fuel curve may be too rich.

Posted 11 Nov 2005 06:33 AM

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vic_k
Ayrshire, United Kingdom

Don't forget your tyres and maintaining correct tyre pressures. Ensure no brake binding and invest in operator training.

Posted 30 Nov 2005 09:03 PM

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vic_k
Ayrshire, United Kingdom

Don't forget your tyres and maintaining correct tyre pressures. Ensure no brake binding and invest in operator training.

Posted 30 Nov 2005 09:04 PM

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daniel_g
Flevoland, Netherlands

Adjust the throttle stop bolt slightly is an easy way of reducing fuel consumption, but you need to amke sure it does not dramtically alter maximum rpm, for lifting and top speed.

Posted 13 Jan 2006 04:36 AM

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chewingyu
Singapore, Singapore

Yes, that would be the easiest and obvious way to control fuel consumption and speed. But we have experienced operators breaking or bending the bolts to increase speed!

Posted 10 Feb 2006 02:44 PM

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daniel_g
Flevoland, Netherlands

'Yes, that would be the easiest and obvious way to control fuel consumption and speed. But we have experienced operators breaking or bending the bolts to increase speed!'

Electronic speed control is another option.

Adjust the pump throttle stop and then seal it over with silicone and plenty of it.

Posted 11 Feb 2006 00:26 AM

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EasyM
South Carolina, United States

If you are only basing your decisions by what you read in this "Forum", you are doing you and your company a disservice.

Posted 16 Feb 2006 02:11 AM

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daniel_g
Flevoland, Netherlands

EasyM can you expand on your thoughts and what makes you put such a comment?

Modified 17 Feb 2006 07:36 AM
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EasyM
South Carolina, United States

Here is the exact quote that I referred to:
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"Yeah, I was told of this before by a local Linde sales rep but from what I gathered from this forum, switching to a Linde is no easy task. A steep learning curve for operators. Also told that it might experience leaking problems.

What can I do with my existing fleet?"
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Do you always believe everything that you read or do good managers go the extra step and investigate products first hand? Sure the Linde operates differently than standard torque converter trucks. They do require the operators to do things differently than they have been accustomed to. They are also more fuel efficient, require less maintenance, are easier on the operator, and have a lifecycle at least 50% longer than other trucks. The new NACCO truck is designed to "mimick" a Hydrostatic drive. They have tried to copy the way a Linde operates without having a hydrostatic drive unit. It remains to be seen whether or not this will work. From what I hear, they are having real problems.
If the gentleman that I was reffering to wants to continue with high fuel costs, brake, transmission, torque converter, and differential problems, then he should continue with the "status quo". If not, ask the local Linde dealer to bring a machine out for an extended demo. He could then make an accurate assessment himself.

One man's definition of insanity: "Continuing to do the wrong things over and over."

Posted 17 Feb 2006 07:59 AM

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chewingyu
Singapore, Singapore

I do not know what brought about the remark from EasyM but the reason why I participate in this forum is so that I can learn from the experience of others.  Sure, I would not take things wholesale and accept them as the gospel truth.  But at least, it gives me an idea of how fellow forklift users and suppliers in other parts of the world handle the issues that I am facing.  This is called "Sharing" (and, to a certain extent, "Caring").

I do not know what I do not know. And sometimes, I know what I do not know.  With this forum, I may learn of what I do not know that I do not know as well as that I know I do not know.

Anyway, I am thankful for all who contribute their views and experience.  Certainly makes me feel less alone in dealing with forklift issues.

Posted 17 Feb 2006 01:19 PM

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daniel_g
Flevoland, Netherlands

EasyM, Is ee where you're coming from, but you have contradicted yourself somewhat with a claim of 'a lifecycle at least 50% more than any other truck'.

Is this claim a definate for the Linde? The answer is no (Because of many factors) and would say that the claim is somewhat hyped up and does not cover the lifetime costs aspect.

Posted 17 Feb 2006 11:39 PM

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adrian_w
East Yorkshire, United Kingdom

How about fitting a seat switch and timer so that when operator leaves the machine it will automaticly shut down the engine after a designated time.
I have come across operators leaving machines running during breaks.

Posted 20 Feb 2006 05:49 AM

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chewingyu
Singapore, Singapore

Adrian, sounds good but the pessimistic side of me says that it would not last long. After a while, some smart alecs would be able to bypass them and it becomes a tedious process of us rectifying all the bypassed circuits!

Posted 21 Feb 2006 04:01 PM

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