Big Joe Forklifts at MODEX 2026
MODEX 2026 is the largest manufacturing and supply chain event of the year, bringing together the full spectrum of supply chain solutions. With more than 1,000 exhibits, 200 educational sessions, and four keynote presentations, it combines hands-on equipment and technology demos, practical education, and in-person networking—making it a must-attend event for supply chain professionals planning for what’s next.
Meet us at Booth #B9313!
Join us at MODEX 2026 to see how Big Joe’s integrated lithium forklifts, Joeys, and semi-autonomous AMRs can help you boost throughput, electrify your fleet, and reduce total cost of ownership. Our team will be on hand to walk you through real-world use cases and quick-deploy automation options that deliver day-one ROI with minimal infrastructure.
Schedule dedicated time with our experts in advance, or simply stop by our booth to get hands-on with the latest Big Joe equipment and discuss opportunities in your warehouse, DC, or plant.
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Speaker Session:
Delving Into Electrification Within the Industrial Lift Truck Market
Martin will explain how, in the past, electric forklifts struggled to compete with their internal combustion (IC) counterparts in terms of performance and productivity. However, the recent entrance of lithium-ion battery technology in the industrial market has effectively addressed those shortcomings. While the upfront cost of lithium-ion powered electric forklifts may be higher, the total cost of ownership can result in savings well over 50% over the vehicle's lifespan.
With the industrial market continuing a strong transition from IC to electric, it also serves as a catalyst for another strong trend in the industry – automation. As seen with the automotive industry, once you move to an electric platform, a driverless solution becomes much easier.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
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The industrial lift truck market has been slowly trending toward electric for decades
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Exploring long-standing barriers that have prevented operations from making the switch to electric that have been disrupted by new technology
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Case Study: The introduction of lithium-ion batteries and fast charging capabilities are rapidly gaining market acceptance and changing the way organizations are thinking about their material handling fleets
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As lithium-ion technology continues to gain acceptance in the material handling industry, lift truck OEMs are now embracing opportunities to improve the overall design of electric trucks for the next generation of operators
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Convergence of two industry trends: Once the industrial market electrifies, the pathway toward automation becomes clear
