Most frequently, IC or internal combustion lift trucks are used for indoor applications such as: manufacturing, trucking, warehousing and bottling, among other things. These units ride on cushion tires that are solid rubber tires. The IC forklift units can function 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 equipment could function on either fuel but not simultaneously. IC or Internal Combustion engines are Class 4 lift trucks. The engine could power all functions of the truck, the hydraulics and truck.
The GO4 Series and the Nissan Forklift Platinum II units have capacities ranging from 3000 to 11,000 lbs. These units provide CARB certified LPG or dual-fuel or LPG/gasoline engines. The CARB certification on these particular engines allows the forklifts to generate low emissions and gives them the confidence to help protect the environment. The environmental certifications like for example CARB, help employers provide cleaner and thus safer working settings for their employees.
The fuel management systems provided by Nissan, the LP/Gas combinations, offer 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 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.
The dual fuel units are making a splash within the business 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 rent the equipment for a while to see if you like the way it handles prior to making a huge investment. There are numerous alternatives within the industry today and with some research, you could choose the best model for your particular application.