Raniero has delivered its first electric forklift truck to Weisel Gabelstapler und Transporte GmbH, a leading German special transport company located in the Rhineland region, near Mainz and Frankfurt. The German partner was convinced by the extremely compact dimensions and high performance that characterize the Raniero range.
The Client
Since 1971, Weisel GmbH has specialized in hazardous goods handling, bulky loads, industrial relocations, and exceptional transport. Its client portfolio includes major companies in the chemical, electronic, mechanical, and hydraulic sectors, as well as automotive and earthmoving giants such as Opel, Liebherr, and Bomag.
The Challenge: versatility, compactness and sustainability
To meet the strict demands of its customers, Weisel needed to add a highly versatile vehicle to its fleet, capable of:
- Operating seamlessly both indoors and outdoors at production sites.
- Guaranteeing zero emissions to avoid contaminating clients’ delicate industrial processes.
- Moving easily in tight spaces and being easily transportable by road from one job site to another.
The Solution: Raniero AC140-6-CO 96V
The answer to these needs was the Raniero AC140-6-CO 96V model: a powerhouse of strength and compactness with a capacity of 14 tons at a 600 mm load center.
The real breakthrough lies in its dimensions: a length excluding forks of just 3850 mm, which guarantees extraordinary maneuvering flexibility for its capacity class, combined with a 96V battery designed to offer long operating autonomy.
The Benefits: efficiency and environmental value
The trust placed in Raniero now translates into concrete, measurable advantages for Weisel GmbH:
- Return on Investment (ROI): Significantly lower energy consumption compared to traditional diesel/LPG models, combined with reduced maintenance interventions and the availability of dedicated spare parts kits, ensure a rapid payback period.
- Sustainability as a marketing lever: Beyond the technical advantages, choosing electric aligns with an important competitive and emotional factor. More and more companies prefer business partners committed to reducing environmental impact; adopting a large Raniero electric forklift thus becomes an excellent calling card and a strong promotional asset for Weisel.