What are Linde’s Hydrostatic Forklifts?

Hydrostatic transmissions changed the game for forklift mechanisms and operation when first applied. Since, Linde has crafted their lineup of equipment to provide a premium option of forklifts with unique and valuable operation mechanics. The hydrostatic mechanism works great for forklifts that operate at slower speeds than cars and other machinery. Click the button below to explore the full Linde range.

Why Go for Forklifts with Hydrostatic Mechanisms?

Linde’s long experience producing quality forklifts with hydrostatic mechanisms means you can rely on the experience for a premium piece of machinery. Key for certain industries due to the key benefits afforded using this system, hydrostatic transmissions can provide the following positives:

- Finer control with less jerk between parts moving, this is key for careful control dealing with fragile materials and avoiding unnecessary injury to operators or those on site.

- Hydrostatic breaking can smoothen directional changes and switches in direction from forward to backwards movement for careful material handling. Behaving much like modern electric vehicles and regenerative braking.

- Lower fire risk of friction as there are less parts in transmission process to grind together in operation.

- No clutch, gearbox or differential to maintain/replace. Worry free operation!

- Lower RPMs so less engine stress, also no power loss across the torque converter & clutch with mechanisms transferring power with better ability.

- Reduced mechanical size allowing less weight for the machine overall.

- Low inertia for fast dynamism in movement for operators.

Why Go for Forklifts with a Torque Mechanism?

Although a producer of hydrostatic equipment, Linde has decades of experience producing traditional structured equipment under the Linde brand or with their sister brand: Baoli. See the benefits below of torque conversion machinery versus hydrostatic systems that can help certain industries or buying situations:

- Cheaper Investment initially, with hydrostatic equipment due to the complexity of the method these machines can cost double that of torque-based options on average due to availability and complexity. With the efficiency of operation, the hydrostatic option may pose better value in the longer term however due to this factor depending on use cases.

- Hydrostatic machinery has a significant dependence on the performance and reliability of the power transmission. Key factors from the ambient temperature and the viscosity of the working fluid need to be maintained respectively.

- Need for highly qualified personnel and personal responsibility in operating and servicing machinery. Not only that, with the complexity of systems, finding parts for hydrostatic machinery may be more difficult outside of key parts suppliers.

- User experience can play a key part in preference between mechanisms, with many training courses or gaining much of their experience using torque-based machines these can often be a more comfortable experience for familiar operators.

Years of Forklift Experience in Industry with Linde

Hydrostatic or torque conversion, no matter what machine you get from Linde you can rely on top tier quality. The new line of torque-based forklifts can provide a lower cost option alongside the iconic Linde hydrostatic models. These machines come with the same premium features as their hydrostatic counterparts.

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As always, our knowledgeable and friendly staff are more than happy to help you decide what kind of forklift or equipment and attachment options are best for your needs. We carry a wide range of premium equipment including Linde, Clark, & Bobcat machines. Contact us or use our live chat to find out more about these new Bobcat offerings or alternative choices for your requirements.