The IC or internal combustion lift trucks are used most frequently for indoor operations like manufacturing, trucking, bottling and warehousing. Typically, these units utilize solid rubber tires called cushion tires. The Internal Combustion forklift units could operate either by dual fuel, diesel or LPG or Liquid Petroleum Gas. The dual fuel units operate 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 truck, the hydraulics and all functions of the truck.
The GO4 Series and the Nissan Forklift Platinum II units have capacities varying from 3000 to 11,000 lbs. These units offer CARB certified dual-fuel or LPG/gasoline or LPG engines. The CARB certification on these specific engines gives them the confidence to help protect the environment since it enables the forklifts to generate low emissions. The environmental certifications like for example CARB, help employers offer their employees cleaner and therefore safer working atmosphere.
Nissan's fuel management systems like the LP/Gas combinations offer optimal engine operation that will help to decrease exhaust emissions and offer incredible fuel economy at the same time. Each Platinum II fork truck is outfitted with their basic 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 efficient and environmentally friendly, the dual fuel lift trucks units have been making big waves in the industry. It's also a good idea to lease the machinery for a while to find out if you like the way it handles prior to buying one. There are many different alternatives within the industry nowadays and with some research, you can choose the right model for your certain application.