Most commonly, IC or internal combustion lift trucks are utilized for indoor applications including: trucking, manufacturing, bottling and warehousing, amongst other things. These units ride on cushion tires which are solid rubber tires. The Internal Combustion forklift models can be powered either by diesel, LPG or Liquid Petroleum Gas or Dual fuel. The dual fuel units function with both LPG and gasoline. These equipment could run on either fuel but not at the same time. Internal combustion engines are Class 4 forklifts. The engine is responsible for powering the hydraulics, the truck and all functions of the truck.
Nissan's forklift Platinum II models and the GO4 Series have lifting capacities from 3000 to 11,000 pounds. They come in units powered by LPG or dual-fuel or LPG/gasoline engines. The CARB certification on these specific engines enables the forklifts to produce low emissions and gives them the confidence to help protect nature. The environmental certifications such as CARB, help employers offer cleaner and thus safer working environments for their workers.
The fuel management systems provided by Nissan, the LP/Gas combinations, provide optimum engine operation to decrease exhaust emissions and provide incredible fuel economy at the same time. Each Platinum II fork truck is standard equipped with their compressive engine protection system in place to warn operators in the event of excessive heat or a severe drop in oil pressure. This specific system helps to extend your drive train and engine life to help keep your lift truck investment working at its optimum ability.
As companies have tried to become more "green" to be more environmentally friendly and efficient, the dual fuel lift trucks models have been making big waves within the business. It's also a great idea to rent the machinery for a bit to see if you like the way it handles before buying one. There are numerous alternatives within the industry nowadays and with a little research, you would be able to select the right model for your certain use.