The internal combustion or IC forklifts are used most frequently for indoor operations such as trucking, manufacturing, bottling and warehousing. Typically, these units use solid rubber tires known as cushion tires. The Internal Combustion forklift models could be powered either by diesel, LPG or Liquid Petroleum Gas or Dual fuel. The dual fuel units operate with both LPG or Liquid Petroleum Gas and gasoline. These machines are able to run on either fuel but not simultaneously. IC engines are Class 4 lift trucks. The engine can power all functions of the truck, the hydraulics and truck.
The GO4 Series and the Nissan Forklift Platinum II models have capacities varying from 3000 to 11,000 pounds. These units provide CARB certified LPG/gasoline or LPG or dual-fuel engines. The CARB certification on these particular engines gives them the confidence to help protect nature because it allows the forklifts to generate low emissions. The environmental certifications such as CARB, help employers provide cleaner and therefore safer working environments for their workers.
The fuel management systems offered by Nissan, the LP/Gas combinations, offer optimum engine operation to lessen exhaust emissions and provide fantastic 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 a severe drop in oil pressure or excessive heat. This system helps to extend your engine and drive train life to help keep your lift truck investment working at its optimum ability.
Since 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 rent the machine for a while to find out if you like the way it handles prior to making a big investment. There are numerous alternatives in the industry today and with some research, you would be able to select the right unit for your particular operation.