At a time when Industry 4.0 and intelligent manufacturing are developing rapidly, forklifts are no longer just "handling tools" in warehousing and logistics, but also one of the core equipment in the digitalization and automation transformation of enterprises. In 2025, the forklift industry is ushering in a qualitative leap. From power innovation to intelligent control, from green energy saving to human-machine collaboration, traditional forklift manufacturers are transforming and upgrading to "smart enterprises". In this fiercely competitive industry revolution, Shuangchao Machinery has become a forklift brand favored by many companies with its technical background of deep cultivation in the industry for many years, its innovative ability to respond quickly to the market, and its reliable and durable product system.
1. The "evolutionary history" of the forklift industry: from extensive manufacturing to core equipment for intelligent logistics
The history of forklifts can be traced back to the early 20th century. The earliest forklifts were invented by Clark and Yale in the United States. In the early days, they were mostly driven by internal combustion engines and only had basic cargo lifting and lowering functions. It was not until the emergence of electric forklifts and the development of hydraulic systems that pallet handling was gradually popularized.
After entering the 21st century, with the rise of China's manufacturing industry, domestic forklift manufacturers have sprung up like mushrooms after rain. However, for a long time, domestic forklift companies mainly used OEM production and low-price competition as their main means, with limited technical core and low product added value. It was not until the past decade that the development of new energy and Internet of Things technologies really promoted the evolution of the forklift industry towards "high-quality manufacturing".
At the node of 2025, what we see is no longer the forklift industry that "can move goods as long as it can", but:
Intelligent: automatic obstacle avoidance, path planning, remote control, data collection and AI learning have become standard configurations of advanced forklifts.
Modularization: Customization on demand has become a trend, and industry users have shifted from "buying a whole machine" to "buying a solution".
Greening: Lithium-ion forklifts, hydrogen-ion forklifts, and solar-assisted power supply systems gradually replace traditional internal combustion engines.
Safety: Human-machine collaboration and AI-assisted collision avoidance systems have become important guarantees for smart factories.
2. Analysis of mainstream forklift technology trends in 2025: Changes are happening
As industrial equipment, the development of forklifts no longer relies solely on structural design, but on comprehensive cross-border integration of mechanical, electrical, sensing, AI and energy technology systems. In 2025, the following six major technological trends are reshaping the industry landscape:
1. New energy forklifts become mainstream: lithium batteries and hydrogen fuel go hand in hand
Traditional internal combustion engine forklifts are being gradually eliminated due to high emissions, high noise, and high operation and maintenance costs. In 2025, lithium-ion forklifts accounted for more than 50% of the domestic market share, especially in cold chain, pharmaceutical, food and other industries with strict emission requirements. And hydrogen-powered forklifts have also begun to be piloted in ports and large logistics parks.
As a promoter of new energy forklifts, Shuangchao Machinery started the research and development of lithium battery platforms as early as 2021. Now its "DCL series electric forklifts" have taken the lead in the new energy transformation with their high endurance, fast charging, and zero emissions.
2. Forklift intelligent control system achieves "self-learning" upgrade
One of the most significant changes in the forklift market in 2025 is the popularization of intelligent control systems. Through AI algorithms, forklifts can automatically adjust the lifting speed, steering angle, and load balancing strategy according to different working conditions to achieve precise and efficient operations. For example:
In complex warehousing environments, it has dynamic path planning;
In outdoor non-standard environments, it can adapt to changes in ground resistance;
At night or in high-risk areas, it can identify obstacles through visual + infrared fusion.
The "X-Link Intelligent Control Platform" launched by Shuangchao Machinery has been applied to its flagship products, which can help customers monitor vehicle status, analyze energy efficiency, and continuously optimize system response through cloud remote upgrades.
3. Multi-dimensional perception technology improves operational safety
In 2025, the safety of forklifts will also usher in a "revolution". Sensors such as LIDAR laser radar, ultrasonic detection, visual AI recognition, and millimeter-wave radar are integrated around the forklift to achieve a 360° no-dead-angle collision avoidance and early warning mechanism. For modern warehouses with high-frequency operations and cross-flow, the "automatic perception" capability of forklifts greatly reduces the risk of human error.
3. Six key indicators for choosing a reliable forklift manufacturer
Facing the complex and changing logistics scenarios in 2025, when choosing a forklift manufacturer, companies must shift from "equipment" to "system services" for comprehensive consideration. The following are six criteria for judgment:
1. Technological innovation capability
See whether the company has self-developed control systems, intelligent hardware integration capabilities, and whether it has future-oriented product planning. Shuangchao Machinery has obvious advantages in this regard. It not only has independent control software, but also participates in many national automation projects and has rich project integration experience.
2. Personalized customization capability
Different customers and different scenarios have different requirements for the load, size, battery life, operation mode, etc. of forklifts. Whether "flexible design" can be achieved is an important criterion.
3. After-sales service network
Forklifts are high-frequency equipment. The speed of fault response and whether the supply of accessories is timely directly affect the stability of enterprise operations. Shuangchao Machinery has deployed 80+ after-sales service stations across the country, supports 24-hour door-to-door service, and establishes a cloud maintenance platform to monitor the operating status in real time.
4. Cost-life ratio
Not only look at "cheap to buy", but also look at "long use" and "save a lot". Shuangchao Machinery's "5-year core warranty + three-year battery full compensation" policy is extremely competitive in the industry.
5. Software integration capability
Whether it can be seamlessly connected with WMS, ERP, MES and other systems determines whether it is suitable for the "smart warehousing" upgrade. Shuangchao Machinery has achieved standardized interface connection with mainstream industrial software platforms.
6. Green manufacturing and environmental protection concept
Nowadays, more and more large enterprises have included "carbon footprint" in the procurement standards when purchasing equipment. Manufacturers with green manufacturing certification and environmental protection qualifications have more advantages in the bidding process.
4. Shuangchao Machinery: A gorgeous transformation from "traditional manufacturing" to "smart forklift solution expert"
As a highly representative high-growth enterprise in the industry, Shuangchao Machinery has taken an innovative path from "manufacturing" to "smart manufacturing" in more than ten years. Its brand story is also a microcosm of the transformation of China's local forklift manufacturers.
Strength manufacturing: Focusing on industrial handling equipment for more than ten years
Shuangchao Machinery was established in 2010 and is headquartered in Changzhou, Jiangsu. It has two manufacturing bases and three R&D centers. The main products include electric forklifts, reach forklifts, stackers, unmanned logistics vehicles, etc. All products strictly implement the ISO9001 quality management system and have obtained multiple international certifications such as CE and ROHS.
Technology-based enterprise: adhere to original and intelligent R&D
Shuangchao has a R&D team of more than 80 people, with more than 30 national invention patents, focusing on the three modules of lithium battery system, intelligent sensing platform, and remote maintenance platform. In the field of intelligent forklifts, its "X10 automated collaborative forklift" has been put into use in leading e-commerce and pharmaceutical companies, realizing a complete closed loop of "point-to-point automatic handling + pallet identification + autonomous charging".
Service first: create a full-cycle operation and maintenance system
Shuangchao Machinery not only sells forklifts, but also emphasizes the service closed loop. From early selection, on-site customization, to after-sales maintenance, data reflux upgrade, it truly achieves an integrated response of "equipment + platform + service". Customers can view the operating status, energy consumption analysis and remote diagnosis in real time through its "Super Forklift Cloud Platform", greatly improving operation and maintenance efficiency.
5. The future is here: Forklifts are no longer tools, but strategic assets for smart logistics
Looking to the future, the role of forklifts is evolving from "tools" to "platforms". It is no longer just a simple handling device, but:
A data node for digital factories;
A key executor of smart warehousing;
A part of the company's green development strategy;
An important member of the overall industrial automation ecosystem.
For customers in multiple fields such as manufacturing, logistics, e-commerce, and cold chain, choosing a forklift partner with forward-looking vision and practical capabilities has become the key to influencing the efficiency and resilience of the supply chain in the next 3 to 5 years. And Shuangchao Machinery is such a trustworthy strategic partner.
The forklift industry in 2025 is ushering in an unprecedented change. Who can master new energy technology? Who can take the lead in realizing smart scheduling? Who can provide a one-stop customized solution? Who will occupy the commanding heights in the future industrial logistics landscape.
Driving by ingenuity, intelligence, and service, Shuangchao Machinery constantly refreshes industry standards. As a modern forklift manufacturer that truly "understands users, intelligence, and the industry", it not only provides equipment, but also provides a complete set of industrial handling solutions that are adapted to the future.
