The IC or internal combustion lift trucks are used most commonly for indoor applications like manufacturing, trucking, warehousing and bottling. Usually, these models use solid rubber tires known as cushion tires. The Internal Combustion forklift models could operate either by diesel, Liquid Petroleum Gas or LPG or Dual fuel. The dual fuel models function with both LPG or Liquid Petroleum Gas and gasoline. These equipment could run on either fuel but not at the same time. IC or Internal Combustion engines are Class 4 lift trucks. The engine can power 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 dual-fuel or LPG/gasoline or LPG engines. The CARB certification on these specific engines enables the forklifts to generate low emissions and gives them the confidence to help protect the environment. The environmental certifications such as CARB, help many employers provide cleaner and thus safer working environments for their workers.
The fuel management systems offered by Nissan, the LP/Gas combinations, offer optimum engine operation to decrease exhaust emissions and provide fantastic fuel economy at the same time. Each Platinum II fork truck is equipped with their basic 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 drive train and engine life to help keep your lift truck investment functioning at its optimum ability.
The dual fuel models are making a splash in the industry as numerous companies are trying to be as "green" as possible and as environmentally friendly and efficient as they can. It's also a great idea to lease the machinery for a while to find out if you like the way it handles prior to making a big investment. There are numerous choices within the business today and with a little research, you could pick the best model for your certain application.