Most normally, IC or internal combustion forklifts are used for indoor applications like: trucking, manufacturing, bottling and warehousing, among other things. These models ride on cushion tires which are solid rubber tires. The Internal Combustion forklift units can operate either by dual fuel, diesel or LPG or Liquid Petroleum Gas. The dual fuel units run with both gasoline and LPG or Liquid Petroleum Gas. These machines can work on either fuel but not at the same time. IC or Internal Combustion engines are Class 4 forklifts. The engine could power the truck, the hydraulics and all functions of the truck.
The GO4 Series and the Nissan Forklift Platinum II units have capacities ranging from 3000 to 11,000 lbs. These units offer CARB certified dual-fuel or LPG/gasoline or LPG engines. The CARB certification on these particular engines allows the forklifts to produce low emissions and gives them the confidence to help protect nature. The environmental certifications like CARB, help employers offer cleaner and therefore safer working environments for their workers.
Nissan's fuel management systems such as the LP/Gas combinations provide optimal engine operation that would help to decrease 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 to warn operators in the event of a severe drop in oil pressure or excessive heat. This particular 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 in the business. It's also a great idea to rent the equipment for a while to find out if you like the way it handles prior to buying one. There are many different options in the business these days and with a little research, you would be able to select the best unit for your certain operation.