Pfaff-Silberblau EGU 15E Electric Pallet Truck (Lithium-Ion)

1,500 kg Capacity | Swappable Lithium-Ion Battery | Curtis Controller | CE Marked

The Pfaff-Silberblau EGU 15E is a compact, high-throughput 1,500 kg electric pallet truck built around a swappable Lithium-Ion battery system — a depleted pack is replaced with a charged spare in under a minute, ideal for multi-shift operations. The Curtis controller offers programmable speed and acceleration profiles, CAN-Bus diagnostics and a PIN-protected operator panel that restricts use to authorised personnel. The 20 Ah battery covers single-shift operation, with a 36 Ah pack for multi-shift use; engineered and manufactured by Pfaff-Silberblau (Columbus McKinnon Group).

Key Features

• Swappable Lithium-Ion battery — the defining advantage of the EGU 15E. A depleted battery pack is removed from the truck and replaced with a charged spare in under a minute, allowing continuous truck operation across multiple shifts. The depleted pack charges on a stand while the truck continues working.
• 20Ah / 30Ah / 36Ah pack options — the 20Ah pack covers a single shift of typical use; the 30Ah extends operating time; the 36Ah covers extended single-shift work or multi-shift operation without a swap. Common pack format means any pack can fit any truck.
• 1,500 kg capacity — higher than the EGU PS 14 (1,400 kg) and matched to the heavier-duty chassis. Handles UK and Euro pallets at full working load.
• Curtis controller with CAN-Bus — industry-standard programmable controller. Speed, acceleration, regenerative braking, and lift speed are all parameterised and can be configured for operator skill level. CAN-Bus diagnostic port allows rapid fault diagnosis without dismantling the truck.
• PIN-protected operator panel — restricts truck use to authorised personnel. Each operator receives a unique PIN; truck usage is logged against the PIN, supporting accountability and operator-specific speed profiles.
• Compact chassis — 123 kg base weight without the battery. The truck handles like a manual pallet truck despite the powered drive.
• Industrial-grade load rollers — 80 × 93 mm rollers handle the 1,500 kg load with low rolling resistance. Steering rollers are 200 mm for stability.

Technical Specifications

More About This Product

The Pfaff-Silberblau EGU 15E is a compact, high-throughput 1,500 kg electric pallet truck specifically designed for operations where the truck is in use across multiple shifts or where battery swap, rather than charge-in-place, is the working pattern. The defining feature is a swappable Lithium-Ion battery system: rather than waiting for an onboard battery to charge, a depleted pack is removed from the truck and replaced with a charged spare in under a minute. The Curtis controller offers programmable speed and acceleration profiles, CAN-Bus diagnostics, and a PIN-protected operator panel that restricts truck use to authorised personnel. The 20 Ah battery covers single-shift operation; the 36 Ah pack extends battery time for multi-shift use or larger working areas. Engineered and manufactured by Pfaff-Silberblau (Columbus McKinnon Group).

Where Is the EGU 15E Used?

The EGU 15E is the right specification for operations where the truck cannot afford downtime for charging. Three-shift distribution centres, 24-hour food production facilities, and continuous-duty manufacturing all benefit from the swappable battery format — the truck never stops; only the battery rotates between truck and charger stand.

It is also the right choice for operations standardising on a single truck platform across multiple working areas. The common Curtis controller and pack format mean that one operator can move between trucks with the same controls and PIN, and one battery stock supports the entire fleet. Multi-truck operations achieve significant savings on battery stock and charging infrastructure compared to alternatives where each truck has a dedicated onboard battery.

Pharmaceutical and food production environments where downtime is expensive specify the EGU 15E because the battery-swap working pattern eliminates the unscheduled stop of waiting for a charge to complete.

Recommended Pre-Use Checks

1. Visually inspect the forks, frame, and chassis for damage.
2. Check the load rollers and steering rollers for free rotation.
3. Confirm a charged battery pack is fitted and the state-of-charge indicator shows adequate capacity for the planned work.
4. Enter the operator PIN and confirm the truck enables.
5. Test the lift and lower functions through full travel.
6. Test the drive function in both forward and reverse at low speed.
7. Test the emergency stop button.
8. Confirm the safety reversing button on the handle functions.
9. Inspect the battery contacts and pack latching mechanism.
10. Verify the data plate is legible.

Safety Information

• Do not exceed the 1,500 kg safe working load.
• Do not use to lift personnel.
• Operators must be trained and PIN-authorised.
• Travel at walking speed in working areas where pedestrians may be present. The Curtis controller allows speed limiting per operator PIN — trainee operators should be set to a reduced maximum speed.
• The Lithium-Ion battery packs must be charged on the supplied charging stand only. Do not attempt to charge with a non-Pfaff charger.
• A damaged battery pack (impact, swelling, leakage) must be removed from service immediately and stored in a fire-safe location pending disposal.
• Charge battery packs in a well-ventilated, fire-resistant area away from combustible materials.
• Battery pack swaps must be carried out with the truck powered off — check the truck display is blank before disconnecting.
• Rated for ambient temperature -10°C to +40°C. Lithium-Ion performance is reduced below 0°C.
• Inspect annually under PUWER 1998. Battery condition is critical; replace packs at the manufacturer-specified end-of-life.

Downloads

• Pfaff EGU 15E Datasheet (EN, PDF)

Frequently Asked Questions