Rent Electric Telehandlers for Warehouses and Construction Sites

Electric telehandlers combine the lifting capacity and reach of classic telehandlers with a locally emission-free, quiet drive. Luibl Rental hires out models such as the Manitou MT 625e as well as Twin-Energy machines from Magni, which operate electrically or on diesel depending on the application. Using our own low-loader fleet, we deliver directly to the site throughout Switzerland; delivery across Europe is available on request through our network of more than 200 locations.

Switching to electric drive in telehandlers affects not only the motor but the entire drivetrain and hydraulic architecture. Battery management and the charge cycles of the lithium-ion systems used are decisive for operation. Unlike lead-acid batteries, modern lithium-ion batteries allow:

• Opportunity charging during work breaks without a memory effect
• Constant power output with full torque regardless of the state of charge
• Lower maintenance effort, as no topping up of battery water is required

A further technical difference lies in the hydraulics: while diesel engines often keep the hydraulic pump running at idle, an electric telehandler only consumes energy when actually driving, lifting or rotating. This increases net operating time per charge and reduces operating costs.

The specific battery and charging data are decisive when planning a deployment. Depending on the model and application, battery capacity, charging time, available charging connections and charging power vary. Luibl Rental advises on the right configuration for single- and multi-shift operation and coordinates the on-site charging infrastructure with you. Twin-Energy models, such as those used in the Magni RTH series, also feature a diesel-powered auxiliary drive. This allows switching between electric and diesel operation depending on the location – for example electric indoors and diesel-powered for longer distances outdoors – without needing a second machine.

Electric telehandlers are now specifically required in many tenders. Luibl Rental serves three key areas in particular:

The use of electric telehandlers is now mandatory in many tenders. Luibl Rental serves three core areas in particular:

Indoor Logistics and Factory Halls

In enclosed halls, such as in the food or pharmaceutical industry, exhaust emissions are a disqualifying factor. An electric telehandler enables racking work and maintenance on ceiling structures without affecting air quality inside the hall. The quiet operation also reduces noise exposure for other personnel in the hall.

Tunnel Construction and Underground Car Park Renovation

In areas with limited ventilation, electric machines save companies investment and operating costs for large-scale extraction systems. The compact design of many electric models also makes it easier to work under height restrictions.

Night Construction Sites and Urban Areas

Noise protection regulations in city centres often restrict the use of loud machinery after 8:00 pm. Luibl Rental's electric telehandlers operate quietly, making it easier to comply with local noise limits during multi-shift operations.

Electric telehandlers are particularly suitable for halls, tunnels, inner-city construction sites and other emission- or noise-sensitive applications. Lifting capacity, lift height, reach, machine dimensions, battery capacity, charging connection and planned duration of use are decisive when selecting the right model. Luibl Rental supports technical equipment selection and arranges delivery throughout Switzerland as well as across Europe on request.

Electric telehandlers today achieve lifting capacities of 5 tonnes and more and, with booms reaching up to 26 metres lift height, cover the majority of industrial assembly work. Integrating 360° rotation into electric machines requires loss-free energy transfer through the slewing ring. Luibl Rental relies on slip-ring technology for this in the guided Roto models from Magni.

Renting an electric telehandler offers several economic advantages:

• Electricity costs per operating hour are often lower than the fuel costs of a comparable diesel machine
• Lower maintenance effort: no oil filter changes on the engine, no AdBlue after-treatment
• Using emission-free equipment supports sustainability credentials, for example in public procurement procedures

Electric telehandlers from Luibl Rental feature the same safety systems as their diesel counterparts, supplemented by battery-specific monitoring:

• Digital load moment indicator (LMI) with real-time stability monitoring
• Integrated diagnostics that detect voltage drops or thermal anomalies in the battery pack and initiate protective measures
• Inspection of all electrical components in accordance with VUV Art. 8

Planning to use an electric telehandler? Get in touch now for a no-obligation quote on the right model for your site or warehouse.