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Big Joe Forklifts Exhibiting Two New Innovations at MODEX

Written by Big Joe Forklifts | 4/13/26 12:57 PM

Big Joe’s Newest model, the LPX40 Integrated Lithium-ion Pneumatic Tire Forklift and Big Joe Pulse Asset Optimization Tool are being Exhibited in Booth B9313

Atlanta (Apr. 13, 2026) Big Joe Forklifts today announced two major new product introductions at MODEX, reinforcing the company’s leadership in industrial electrification and its commitment to helping customers replace internal combustion equipment with purpose-built, integrated lithium solutions.

Big Joe’s newest offerings are designed to boost productivity and efficiency, reduce total cost of ownership, and improve both employee and environmental health. The two new products include:

Big Joe Pulse

Big Joe Pulse is a revolutionary asset optimization tool which comes standard on every Big Joe Class sit-down counterbalance model. Big Joe Pulse delivers unmatched visibility, diagnostics, and battery performance insights all remotely accessible through telemetry to ensure operations are optimized and running efficiently.

Whether managing a single truck or an entire fleet, Pulse gives customers the tools to stay ahead of maintenance, optimize energy usage, and keep materials moving.

Key capabilities include:

  • Fleet Electrification Insights to support electric adoption with confidence
  • Energy Usage Tracking to right-size battery capacity and reduce costs
  • Charging Behavior Analytics to identify missed charging opportunities and shape better operator habits
  • Fuel & Emissions Savings Reporting to quantify sustainability impact and electrification ROI
  • Embedded Troubleshooting Tools, including fault code analysis, repair guides, and video tutorials
  • Remote Diagnostics & Live Monitoring for real-time performance tracking from anywhere
  • Fleet Management Dashboards to uncover efficiency opportunities and export actionable reports

LPX40 4,000 lbs. Capacity Integrated Lithium-ion Pneumatic Tire Forklift

The all-new LPX40 is a 4,000 lb. capacity integrated lithium-ion pneumatic tire truck designed for both indoor and outdoor applications, ready to go where propane-fueled trucks operate.

Ideally suited for agriculture, 3PL, trucking and rental applications, the LPX40 delivers:

  • High performance in tough environments
  • A maintenance-free Lithium-ion battery with onboard charger
  • Large tires and ground clearance for demanding sites
  • The ability to eliminate costly fuel and engine maintenance
  • Optional fully-enclosed cab with heater

The LPX40 is expected to launch this summer.

 

Driving the Future of Industrial Electrification

Big Joe continues to partner with customers nationwide to accelerate the shift toward electric fleets, delivering integrated lithium solutions that improve productivity, reduce operating costs, and support sustainability goals.

“Everything we’re introducing at MODEX is the result of close collaboration with our dealers and end users,” said Martin Boyd, Chief Marketing Officer at Big Joe Forklifts. “By listening to how our customers operate day to day, we’re able to design and deliver integrated lithium solutions that help companies work more efficiently, lower their total cost of ownership, and make smarter decisions across fleets. Our goal is simple: give customers the tools and insights they need to keep operations moving and maximize the value of electrification.”

MODEX attendees can learn more about Big Joe Pulse and the LPX40 forklift by visiting Big Joe Forklifts during the show.