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Charging away from the gate can reduce congestion and allow for more extensive charging infrastructure, accommodating more equipment simultaneously.
How ground support equipment needs to be charged and where charging infrastructure is located can have a direct impact on turnaround activity at an airport.
Jan. 9, 2025
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Charging solutions for GSE and MHE are customized to specific operational needs, such as shift lengths and downtime availability.
Industrial battery chargers, used to charge electric GSE, are customized to specific operational needs, such as shift lengths and downtime availability.
Jan. 6, 2025
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Darin Kiefer, senior product manager at Green Cubes Technology, discusses the features of the company's Lithium SAFEFlex Battery Packs designed for ground support equipment applications...
Dec. 26, 2024
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Doug Jeurissen offers a walk-around of Lift-A-Loft's APX all electric maintenance vehicle.
Dec. 23, 2024
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Jerry Crump, sales director - GSE at Green Cubes Technology, joins the podcast to discuss how the right battery technology can enable eGSE growth in the ground support industry...
Dec. 20, 2024

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How the ground support world is using environmental, social and governance initiatives to enhance the industry.
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According to ITW GSE officials, a lack of moving parts means an eGPU is less vulnerable to wear and tear.
Ground service providers can realize numerous benefits by utilizing electric equipment. However, there are infrastructure requirements needed to harness its full potential.
Jan. 25, 2024
Natron Energy
Sodium-ion batteries can be utilized to electrify all forms of GSE, including baggage tugs and pushback tractors
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Dec. 19, 2023
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Traditional charging methods may not take into account the specific needs of different battery types, leading to overcharging or undercharging. Smart charging infrastructure addresses this challenge by incorporating intelligence into the charging process.
New charging technologies have ushered in an era of efficiency and reliability for ground support equipment and electric forklift fleets.
Oct. 18, 2023
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From ensuring smooth turnarounds and on-time departures to helping increase efficiency in the air cargo supply chain, ground support equipment (GSE) plays a crucial role in the air cargo industry and contributing to the future of sustainability and safety.
GSE plays a significant role in the air cargo industry, and it should play just as significant a role in the future of sustainability within the industry.
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Waev officials note Li-ion batteries offer sustainability, safety and efficiency benefits as well as charging options and consistent performance in all weather conditions.
GSE that utilizes lithium-ion batteries are becoming more prolific and offer ground service providers a number of positive benefits.
March 16, 2023
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As several factors across the industry are driving the adoption of electric ground support equipment, many manufacturers are finding success within this segment.
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How GSE powered by alternative energy can provide benefits to ground service providers.
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Requirements for electric ground support equipment may vary from its diesel counterparts, but proper maintenance must be performed correctly to remain efficient.
March 19, 2020
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The maintenance-free batteries offer big power in a small footprint while powering environmentally conscious ground handling operations.
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Through a partnership with EPS, PCS and Kubota, the airline has rolled out more than a dozen repowered baggage tractors while establishing a process to better facilitate upgrades...
Dec. 19, 2018
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Since deploying its first units nearly a decade ago, the airline has converted approximately 75 percent of its Charlotte hub’s fleet to eGSE.
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Harlan Global Manufacturing worked with WestJet and Air Canada to replace diesel tractors with lithium-powered electric vehicles.
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