Gebroeders Geens, the family business behind Knikmops & Rollmops, has been producing electric articulated loaders since 2020. The current drive system of the Knikmops KM140E and Knikmops KM180E is a well-thought-out and economical system which allows the customer to work all day. This also means choosing the right battery, taking into account safety, reliability and lifespan. That is why Gebroeders Geens chooses LFP batteries (Lithium Iron Phosphate) as a sustainable energy source for its electric articulated loaders. No hype, just proven reliability — exactly what you need. We would like to explain why...
Safe, durable and reliable – the LFP battery
LFP batteries in Knikmops: the silent force behind your work
If you're working with earth, mud or gravel every day, you know it's essential to be able to rely on your machines. For years, the Belgian Knikmops has been a reliable partner for anyone who works outside all day.
Today, there is increasing demand for an electric variant, which makes sense because this version is maintenance-friendly, provides job reliability (in public works), is quieter in operation and has no harmful emissions. In addition, an articulated loader equipped with an LFP battery is safer, more durable, and more reliable than other battery types on the market.
Another plus with this battery type is the extra long lifespan with no compromise on power. So the return on investment for the Knikmops owner is ensured.
An electric loader made for real use: powerful, long and flexible
The Knikmops was developed for compact work in places which are difficult or impossible to reach with another machine. But there must still be enough power under the hood to really lighten the load of manual labour. The compactness of the articulated loader was an extra challenge for the electric Knikmops - after all, batteries with sufficient capacity are large and heavy. This is where the LFP offered an extra advantage:
LFP batteries can be used to their full potential: you can discharge them from 10 to 100% without loss of performance. As a result, you can get the maximum power out of your battery with your Knikmops day in, day out , even with intensive use.
Fill your articulated Loader more than 5000 times without worrying
Every Knikmops is made to last a lifetime. So the choice for a sustainable battery is self-evident. The LFP battery of a Knikmops has a lifespan of more than 5000 charging cycles, and you have a battery that is made for years of heavy work. And even after those 5000 charges, you still have more than 80% of your battery capacity. In addition, the battery is suitable for all kinds of work rates. Do you use your Knikmops daily, and do you also need to recharge it daily? No problem! Or do you work intensively with your articulated loader during some seasons, and is your loader sometimes sidelined for days? No problem either!
Whether you're taking a break for a few weeks or working seasonally, this battery sleeps soundly without needing to be recharged.
An extra advantage: this improves your total cost of ownership. In addition to the fact that the electric Knikmops is easy to maintain, you can also be sure of little to no loss of capacity due to the long-lasting battery. Even after more than 5000 charges, you still have 80% of the total capacity of your battery. This way, the Knikmops remains perfectly usable, even after years of intensive use.
Smart charging of your articulated loader to suit your work schedule
Every company is different, and so are their energy needs. Some use their electric articulated loader on site for limited loading and unloading work. They can easily go a few days without charging and recharge the Knikmops overnight. Other projects call for a quick charge, sometimes in the middle of the working day. So Gebroeders Geens provides up to 3 charging systems from 3.3 to 10 kW in your Knikmops - tailored to your company.
So equip your electric Knikmops according to your work schedule. This gives you extra peace of mind, so you know that you can quickly recharge your Knikmops when necessary. This way you are always ready to deliver, without unnecessary investment in overcapacity.
Working electric: safety first, without compromise
Outdoor work already carries enough risks — your electric articulated loader shouldn't be one of them. LFP is currently one of the safest lithium technologies available. Thanks to its high thermal stability, the risk of fire in the event of damage or overheating is significantly lower than with other battery types - without the loader losing power or capacity.
In short: you concentrate on the work, and we ensure that your Knikmops provides safe support.
Knikmops E-series; Sustainable and produced locally
The Knikmops has been made in Belgium for more than 35 years. So for the batteries, we also looked locally.
The LFP batteries for Knikmops are produced in the Netherlands with European electronics. No compromises, no detours.
Moreover, these batteries do not contain cobalt — a conscious choice in view of the harrowing conditions in many cobalt mines. In this way, you not only contribute locally, but also worldwide to a fairer trade chain.
In short: with an electric Knikmops with LFP battery, you're not just getting a vision of the future, but a workhorse that is already performing today. Robust, reliable and built for your terrain.
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