Powering Progress™ with Integrated Lithium-Ion Forklifts
Big Joe Forklifts
Big Joe Forklifts, established in 1951, is a North American leader in material handling solutions with a mission to empower the people who move things and a vision to be the trusted partner delivering disruptive solutions that accelerate the industry's transformation from internal combustion to electric to fully autonomous.
Our tagline, Powering Progress, reflects our commitment to innovation and partnership as we deliver lithium-ion forklifts, advanced material-handling equipment, and autonomous solutions through our nationwide dealer network.
NEWS
Badger Paperboard is on the Cover of Modern Materials Handling August Issue
Change doesn’t have to be dramatic to make a difference. Incremental change can still make a big impact. When Badger Paperboard swapped out some of its internal combustion and lead-acid powered forklifts for integrated lithium-ion lift trucks, they reduced fuel costs, downtime and charging requirements in their manufacturing operation.
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Press release
Big Joe Forklifts Celebrates 75 Years of Innovation, Partnerships, and Powering Progress
Madison, Wis. – July 7, 2026 – Big Joe Forklifts, a leading North American provider of integrated lithium-ion forklifts, warehouse equipment and autonomous material handling solutions, is proud to celebrate its 75th anniversary this year, marking seven and a half decades of helping businesses move materials more efficiently, safely and productively. Founded in 1951, Big Joe has grown from a Midwest manufacturer of innovative warehouse equipment into a leader in the industry's transformation from internal combustion to electric and autonomous solutions.
Press release
Big Joe Forklifts Named Official Sponsor of Madison Capitols as Team Begins New Chapter at DeForest Yards
Deforest, WI - Sept. 17 – Big Joe Forklifts, a leading provider of electric material handling and warehouse solutions, today announced its partnership with the Madison Capitols as an official sponsor of the United States Hockey League (USHL) team for the 2026-27 season.
EDITORIAL ARTICLE
DC Velocity: The forklift’s future is electric
Vehicle makers bring lithium-ion battery production in-house as material handling equipment buyers accelerate their electrification strategies.
BEHIND THE SCENES
Lithium-Ion Battery Manufacturing Tour
Take a guided look inside Big Joe’s lithium-ion battery manufacturing operations and see how we design and build the power systems behind our electric material handling equipment. This tour highlights the automated processes, rigorous testing, and quality standards that support our commitment to reliability, safety, and long-term performance.
Big Joe’s in‑house approach ensures consistent quality, simpler service, and dependable performance for warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and distribution centers. Our goal is straightforward: provide power systems that empower the people who move things.