Sagres buys Kalmar electric forklifts for Brazilian pulp and paper plant

Kalmar, will supply a further eight fully electric light forklift trucks to leading Brazilian logistics operator Sagres as part of an agreement concluded in January 2020, which includes an option for the purchase of a total of 16 electric forklifts during 2020 and 2021. Delivery is scheduled to take place during Q4 of 2020 and Q1 of 2021.

Sagres operates in the three main ports in the south of Brazil: Terminal Logístico Rio Grande (TLRG); Terminal Logístico Pelotas (TLP) and Terminal Logístico Guaíba (TLG) – supporting the operations of Compañía Manufacturera de Papeles y Cartones (CMPC), the second largest pulp and paper manufacturer in Latin America. The new forklifts will be deployed at CMPC’s pulp and paper plant in the municipality of Guaíba, joining the four identical machines delivered at the start of 2020.

Kalmar light electric forklifts powered by lead-acid battery technology are designed to offer all the performance of a powerful diesel truck but without the emissions, noise or vibration. They feature a time-saving diagnostic system and easy maintenance. They also feature the ergonomically designed EGO cabin to provide a superior driving experience, with adjustable control panels, steering wheel and seat as well as exceptional visibility.

Lucio Pires, technical director at Sagres said, “Kalmar’s electric forklift solutions have already proven their ability to enhance environmental performance, cost efficiency and workplace well-being at Guaíba. It was, therefore, a straightforward decision to exercise our option to purchase the additional machines.”

Luiz Oliveira, sales representative at Kalmar said, “This new order is further proof of our position as a leading supplier of eco-efficient solutions for demanding material-handling applications like pulp and paper. We are delighted that Sagres have chosen to continue our fruitful collaboration.”