The internal combustion or IC forklifts are used most frequently for indoor applications such as trucking, manufacturing, warehousing and bottling. Typically, these units utilize solid rubber tires called cushion tires. The IC forklift models can operate either by dual fuel, diesel or LPG or Liquid Petroleum Gas. The dual fuel units operate with both LPG and gasoline. These equipment can function on either fuel but not at the same time. IC 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 models have capacities varying from 3000 to 11,000 pounds. These models offer CARB certified LPG or dual-fuel or LPG/gasoline engines. The CARB certification on these specific engines gives them the confidence to help protect the natural environment because it allows the forklifts to produce low emissions. The environmental certifications like CARB, help a lot of employers offer cleaner and thus safer working atmosphere for their workers.
The fuel management systems provided by Nissan, the LP/Gas combinations, provide optimum engine operation to decrease exhaust emissions and offer 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 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 models have been making big waves within 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 buying one. There are many different options within the business these days and with some research, you would be able to select the right unit for your particular application.