Understand Fleet Usage
See how equipment is used across shifts, including demand spikes, usage patterns that affect battery performance, and uptime.
Before You Buy Electric Forklifts, Start With a Power Study
Most electric fleets are planned truck-first. Power gets handled after the decision is already made. We think that’s backwards. You need real usage data and a power plan that matches your shifts, charging windows, and long-term needs first.
Avoid the Power Planning Blind Spot
Most electric forklift fleets are planned around trucks first, with power as an afterthought. This approach leads to two costly problems: you overbuy trucks to stay “safe,” tying up capital in assets you do not need, or you underbuy trucks and rely on rushed charging routines and temporary fixes.
IBCI reverses that approach. We start with the right power strategy, then determine the optimal fleet size.
What is a Power Study?
A power study is a data-driven assessment that measures actual battery usage and models the optimal power plan for your operation.
It answers one question clearly:
What power strategy do you need to support your shifts, your charging windows, and the number of years you expect this fleet to perform?
Schedule a Free Onsite Power Study
Get the power plan first, then right-size your electric forklift fleet with confidence.
Schedule a Power Study
Schedule a Power Study
Get the power plan first, then right-size your fleet with confidence.
Complete the form below to connect with an IBCI expert and schedule your free custom onsite forklift power study.
Questions? Talk to a Power Expert
Not ready to schedule? Talk to a power expert for answers and forklift battery advice.
What you get from a power study
Match Power to Demand
Align battery and charging strategy to your true operational profile, not guesses—so your system fits your real-world usage and shifting needs.
Make Confident Decisions
Compare battery and charger options with real data to choose the most cost-effective and reliable solution for your electric forklift fleet.
Improve Charging Practices
Design a charging plan your team can follow easily, based on real break, shift change, and lunch windows, to improve efficiency and safety.
Prevent Costly Downtime
Avoid performance issues that show up months later when the power system was undersized. Get it right with usage-backed planning.
Optimize Long-Term Cost
Extend battery lifespan, reduce replacement cycles, and keep total cost of ownership under control with power built around your fleet.
How it Works
Here's how we'll right-size your fleet:
Step 1: Schedule a Power Study
Start by scheduling a free onsite Power Study with an IBCI expert or reach out with questions
Step 2: Monitor Real-World Usage
We'll visit your facility and install devices to capture how your fleet operates, including energy draw, shifts, breaks, and charging patterns.
Step 3: Right-Size Your Fleet with Confidence
You'll get clear data and a recommendation to match your power setup to your real needs, saving money and avoiding costly surprises.
Who This Is For
A custom onsite power study is a great fit for electric forklift fleets that are:
Expanding Operations
Adding trucks, shifts, or adjusting for new workloads.
Weighing Power Options
Considering lead-acid vs lithium-ion battery technology.
Reducing Costs
Wanting to lower costs by right-sizing power and equipment needs.
Running Tight Schedules
Managing multiple shifts with tough charging windows.
Running into Issues
Struggling with battery swaps, uneven runtime, or power confusion.
Adapting to Change
Navigating operational changes that impact power needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I have to buy anything to get a power study?
No. The goal is to give you a clear plan. If you choose to move forward, you can.
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Is a power study only about downtime?
No. Downtime is a symptom. The study is about right-sizing your fleet and matching power to real demand so performance holds up over time.
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Will this work if I buy forklifts through a dealer?
Yes. The point is alignment. Power strategy and fleet size should be planned together.
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What do you look at during the assessment?
Real usage patterns, shift schedule, charging windows, and factors that change demand, such as attachments and operating routines.
Schedule a Power Study
A power study shows what your operation actually needs so you can right-size the fleet and avoid expensive surprises.
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