Most commonly, internal combustion or IC lift trucks are used for indoor operations including: trucking, manufacturing, warehousing and bottling, amongst other things. These units ride on cushion tires which are solid rubber tires. The Internal Combustion forklift models could run either by diesel, LPG or Liquid Petroleum Gas or Dual fuel. The dual fuel models function with both gasoline and LPG. These equipment are able to work on either fuel but not at the same time. IC or Internal Combustion engines are Class 4 lift trucks. The engine can power the hydraulics, the truck and all functions of the truck.
Nissan's forklift Platinum II models and the GO4 Series have lifting capacities from 3000 to 11,000 lbs. They come in units powered by 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 produce low emissions. The environmental certifications such as CARB, help a lot of employers offer cleaner and thus safer working atmosphere for their workers.
Nissan's fuel management systems like the LP/Gas combinations offer optimal engine operation which will help to reduce exhaust emissions and provide incredible fuel economy at the same time. Each and every 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 working at its optimum ability.
Because companies have tried to become more "green" to be more environmentally friendly and efficient, the dual fuel forklifts units have been making big waves within the industry. It's also a good idea to lease the machinery for a bit to find out if you like the way it handles prior to buying one. There are numerous alternatives within the industry today and with some research, you would be able to choose the right model for your certain use.