Most normally, internal combustion or IC lift trucks are used for indoor applications including: manufacturing, trucking, bottling and warehousing, among other things. These units ride on cushion tires which are solid rubber tires. The IC forklift units can run either by dual fuel, diesel or LPG or Liquid Petroleum Gas. The dual fuel units operate with both LPG or Liquid Petroleum Gas and gasoline. These machines could operate on either fuel but not simultaneously. Internal combustion engines are Class 4 forklifts. The engine is responsible for powering all functions of the truck, the hydraulics and truck.
Nissan's forklift Platinum II models 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 specific engines enables the forklifts to generate low emissions and gives them the confidence to help protect the natural environment. The environmental certifications like for example CARB, help a lot of employers provide their workers cleaner and thus safer working settings.
Nissan's fuel management systems like the LP/Gas combinations offer optimal engine operation that would help to decrease exhaust emissions and provide fantastic fuel economy at the same time. Every Platinum II fork truck is equipped with their standard compressive engine protection system in place so as 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 working at its optimum ability.
As companies have tried to become more "green" to be more environmentally friendly and efficient, the dual fuel forklifts models have been making big waves in the industry. It's also a good idea to rent the machinery for a while to see if you like the way it handles prior to buying one. There are numerous alternatives within the business today and with a little research, you can pick the best unit for your certain use.