An electric telehandler for recycling

In the world of waste management and recycling, technological innovation plays a fundamental role in combining operational efficiency with environmental sustainability. For companies that choose to make sustainability a genuine strategy for success, initiating an ecological transition across their facilities, equipment and procedures is no longer merely an option, but a concrete necessity.

Calabra Maceri e Servizi Spa, based in Rende (CS) is one of Italy’s most advanced companies in the green economy and a southern Italian leader in the field of integrated waste management. Specialising in waste cycle management and offering a wide range of related services, Calabra Maceri has undertaken a major upgrade of its fleet in recent years, replacing traditional solutions with green work vehicles such as the Apollo-e 26.6 electric telehandler.

Recycling plants are often enclosed, dusty working environments with a high environmental impact. With this in mind, Calabra Maceri decided to take a bold step, transforming its facilities to minimise the company’s environmental footprint. A key element of this sustainability plan is the desire to progressively convert the vehicle fleet to electric power.

The company’s mission is to adopt sustainable, zero-emission solutions capable of delivering the same operating, durability, robustness and performance standards as traditional vehicles. With the aim of maintaining competitiveness and growth in the sector, Calabra Maceri has chosen to adopt Dieci’s Apollo-e 26.6 full-electric telehandler, which combines the performance of the traditional model, but with a green powertrain.

The Apollo-e 26.6 fully electric telehandler is distinguished by its fully electric transmission, performance, agility – even in confined spaces, 2600kg load capacity, 6m  lifting height and 19kW power output.

The adoption of an electric telehandler such as the Apollo-e also helps reduce operating costs, due to lower maintenance requirements and increased energy savings compared to traditional internal combustion solutions.

Additional features of the Apollo-e 26.6 are safety, comfort, manoeuvrability and versatility. The vehicle has warning systems, a rear-view camera and a 7in display to keep movements constantly monitored. It has protection against heat and dust, allowing the operator to work in a spacious cab and focus entirely on the tasks at hand.  It is manoeuvrable in all conditions, due to its steering angle and compact size. With a wide range of attachments (lifting hooks, various types of grippers, excavator and aggregate buckets, winches and baskets) and smart features, such as automatic attachment recognition the machine is versatile and easy to use..

In the recycling sector, the transition to electric power is not only an environmental choice, but is also a powerful driver of efficiency. In addition to delivering environmental benefits, choosing green and fully electric solution also allows certain operating procedures to be simplified, all while meeting the statutory and regulatory requirements.

By adopting an electric telehandler, it is possible to obtain: a zero-emission solution, ideal for indoor facilities, warehouses and landfills; significant noise reduction for operators; lower operating and maintenance costs; compatibility with internal energy production systems, such as photovoltaic power generation and enhanced brand awareness and positioning, with a more sustainable corporate image, which plays an increasingly strategic role for public tenders and environmental calls for bids.

With the introduction of the Apollo-e 26.6, Calabra Maceri has strengthened its sustainable positioning, demonstrating that the adoption of fully electric solutions is feasible, even in intensive operating contexts like recycling.

It’s a project that attests to the company’s shared vision with Dieci: innovation aimed at making everyday work activities less harmful to the environment, without compromising on performance or productivity.