The internal combustion or IC forklifts are used most frequently for indoor applications like trucking, manufacturing, bottling and warehousing. Typically, these units use solid rubber tires called cushion tires. The IC forklift units could be powered either by Liquid Petroleum Gas or LPG, dual fuel or diesel. The dual fuel models function with both gasoline and LPG. These machinery can run on either fuel but not simultaneously. Internal Combustion or IC engines are Class 4 lift trucks. The engine is responsible for powering the truck, the hydraulics and all functions of the truck.
Nissan's forklift Platinum II units and the GO4 Series have lifting capacities from 3000 to 11,000 pounds. They come in units powered by dual-fuel or LPG/gasoline or LPG engines. The CARB certification on these specific engines allows the forklifts to generate low emissions and gives them the confidence to help protect nature. The environmental certifications such as CARB, help employers offer cleaner and therefore safer working atmosphere for their workers.
The fuel management systems offered by Nissan, the LP/Gas combinations, offer optimum engine operation to reduce exhaust emissions and provide incredible fuel economy at the same time. Each Platinum II fork truck is standard outfitted with their compressive engine protection system in place so as to warn operators in the event 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 working at its optimum ability.
As companies have tried to become more "green" to be more efficient and environmentally friendly, the dual fuel lift trucks units have been making big waves in the industry. It's also a great idea to lease the equipment for a while to find out if you like the way it handles prior to buying one. There are a lot of different choices within the industry these days and with a little research, you could pick the best model for your certain operation.