When running a busy builders providers yard, every decision impacts cost, efficiency, and customer service. For years, diesel forklifts dominated the industry, but in today’s market, they’re no longer the smartest option. With rising fuel prices and sustainability targets to meet, many Irish businesses are discovering the real benefits of going electric.
One standout example is Goodwins Build & DIY Products, a proudly Irish-owned builders providers business with depots in Lucan (Adamstown) and Mulhuddart (N3), Dublin 15.
Why Goodwins Chose the EP X5 3.8T Electric Forklift
At the heart of their forklift fleet is one of our most popular trucks, the EP X5 Series 3.8 ton electric forklift. For Irish builder providers, it ticks every box:
- ⚡ Rapid Charging – 70% charge in just 1 hour, keeping downtime to a minimum.
- 💺 KL Comfort Seat – Built for operator comfort during long shifts.
- 🔧 Adjustable Forks from the Cabin – Increasing efficiency and reducing manual strain.
- 🌍 Zero Emissions – No diesel, no fumes, no compromise.
Compared to a 4-ton diesel forklift, the X5 delivers the same lifting power at a fraction of the upfront, hire, and running costs.
Solar-Powered Forklifts: A Cost Neutral Fleet
Goodwins took their investment one step further with solar panels across both depots. Their fleet of EP electric forklifts now runs almost entirely on renewable energy.
- No diesel fuel costs
- No harmful emissions
- Near cost-neutral operation (selling excess solar energy back to the grid)
This combination of electric forklifts and solar power shows how Irish businesses can lower costs and operate more sustainably at the same time.
A Business Built on Innovation
Since opening in 1978, Goodwins has grown into one of Dublin’s most trusted suppliers of hardware and building materials. Innovation has always been at the centre of their success, from their no-haggle fair-pricing model to their latest investment in clean, cost-effective forklifts.
At Clearlift, we’re proud to partner with forward-thinking businesses like Goodwins who prove that electric forklifts aren’t just a greener choice, they’re the smarter choice.
Thinking About Switching to Electric Forklifts in Ireland?
If you run a builders providers yard or hardware business in Ireland, now is the time to make the switch. The EP X5 Series electric forklift offers:
- Lower running costs
- Faster charging
- Operator comfort
- Emission-free performance
👉 Contact Clearlift today to arrange a demo of the EP X5 forklift and see how it could transform your business.
