Most frequently, IC or internal combustion forklifts are used for indoor applications including: manufacturing, trucking, warehousing and bottling, among other things. These units ride on cushion tires which are solid rubber tires. The Internal Combustion forklift units can operate either by Liquid Petroleum Gas or LPG, dual fuel or diesel. The dual fuel units operate with both LPG or Liquid Petroleum Gas and gasoline. These equipment can work on either fuel but not simultaneously. IC or Internal Combustion engines are Class 4 lift trucks. The engine could power all functions of the truck, the hydraulics and truck.
Nissan's forklift Platinum II units and the GO4 Series have lifting capacities from 3000 to 11,000 pounds. They come in models powered by LPG/gasoline or LPG or dual-fuel engines. The CARB certification on these particular engines enables the forklifts to produce low emissions and gives them the confidence to help protect the environment. The environmental certifications like for example CARB, help employers provide cleaner and thus safer working environments for their employees.
Nissan's fuel management systems like the LP/Gas combinations provide optimal engine operation that would help to lessen exhaust emissions and provide fantastic fuel economy at the same time. Each Platinum II fork truck is equipped with their standard compressive engine protection system in place to warn operators in case of excessive heat or a severe drop in oil pressure. This system helps to extend your engine and drive train life to help keep your lift truck investment functioning at its optimum ability.
As companies have tried to become more "green" to be more environmentally friendly and efficient, the dual fuel lift trucks units have been making big waves in the business. It's also a great idea to rent the machine for a bit to find out if you like the way it handles before purchasing one. There are numerous options in the business nowadays and with a little research, you can pick the right model for your certain operation.