As the engine supplier of choice to many of the industry's leading forklift manufacturers, Nissan is proud to power more than 40% of the combined Gasoline, LPG and Dual Fuel trucks produced in the United States. Based on this statistic, it's safe to say that Nissan Forklift is an industry leader in engine performance, quality, clean-air technology, and low cost-of-ownership.

Much of Nissan Forklift's success is attributed to its continuous research and development over its 50-year history. Drawing from Nissan's vast automotive experience, Nissan Forklift has introduced its new K21 and K25 electronic fuel-injected industrial engines, which power its Platinum II forklifts. These engines rely on their Electronic Concentrated Control System (ECCS) to automatically analyze engine performance parameters and optimize engine operation. The result is enhanced productivity, low emission levels and reduced fuel consumption.

At the heart of the Platinum II Series' ECCS is the Electronic Control Module (ECM), which monitors a variety of sensors to provide engine control. The ECM responds to sensor data input, and adjusts the air/fuel ratio and ignition, to provide the appropriate torque and speed, based on job requirements.

The advanced ECCS engines have allowed Nissan Forklift to once again be the first forklift manufacturer to meet and exceed the EPA's increasingly stringent requirements for low emissions - producing Hydrocarbon (HC), Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) and Carbon Monoxide (CO) levels that are well below the current requirements.

The Vehicle Control Module (VCM) on the ECCS controls the proper functions of the Platinum II's many performance-enhancing features, and supplies critical information to the operator or service technician through easy-to-understand data displayed on a multi-function LCD panel. The LCD panel also provides onboard diagnostics to simplify troubleshooting, and its programmable service reminders ensure better consistency for periodic maintenance.

Nissan Forklift has designed its engine cooling system to meet some of the most severe applications. In its cooling system design, Nissan has aligned the fan and radiator with the counterweight to ensure maximum air flow. The engine design, based on automotive cooling concepts, provides consistent coolant temperature and eliminates hot spots at startup. Nissan's engine protection and warning system reduces engine RPMs in the event of excessive heat generation, allowing the engine to cool naturally (this feature - while standard on Nissan's engines - is usually an option on most other manufacturers' engines). And, the Platinum II is the only forklift that includes additional enhanced protection for high transmission temperature and low oil press as standard equipment. When testing its cooling designs, Nissan's engineers plugged the radiators 25% to simulate adverse conditions. The result was that the system did not experience any overheating problems.

Across the line, Nissan's industrial engines have been designed to accept multiple fuel types. Many lift truck manufacturers use third-party fuel systems that are modified from automotive engines and designed initially for gasoline use only. In addition, the Nissan K21 and K25 industrial engines have better tolerance for contamination of LP gas, which is not industry-regulated and often contains high degrees of paraffin and other contaminants that can clog injectors.

Optional engine features include a controlled acceleration mode to restrict acceleration, reducing tire spin and enhancing fuel economy and operator comfort. Using this control, the "economy" mode provides 11% to 18% fuel savings over "power" mode, depending on model.

Nissan K21 & K25 Engines
The Nissan K21 and K25 engines are gasoline/LPG/dual-fuel engines that incorporate an improved cylinder design and combustion chamber shape, along with electronic control to effectively answer industrial requirements for reduced exhaust emissions, as well as high torque and power at low RPMs.

Nissan QD32 Diesel Engine
The QD32 Diesel engine exceeds all Tier III (2008 EPA) requirements for emissions. Its electronic Quick Glow System results in dependable cold weather starting.

Drivetrains
Nissan Forklift's expertise as an engine manufacturer has allowed it to design a drivetrain that perfectly matches the engine with the transmission, ensuring the full application of power and torque in matching curves, to maximize torque converter performance. Nissan's exclusive compact pneumatic Platinum Nomad Series is an ideal example of this harmonious balance. Its K21 engine and matching drivetrain are housed under its cushion frame, delivering equally impressive performance both indoors and out. Nissan Forklift is the only manufacturer to bring this versatility to the market.

Nissan Forklift Corporation is a supplier of engine-powered forklifts, electric sit-down riders, electric pallet trucks, electric tow tractors, electric walkie stackers and manual pallet trucks under the Nissan and Barrett Industrial Truck brands. Nissan and Barrett products are sold and serviced through a dealer network with nearly 200 locations in North America and South America.

For more information, please contact Nissan Forklift Corporation, Marketing Department, 240 North Prospect Street, Marengo, IL, 60152; phone 815.568.0061; fax 815.568.0179; e-mail djirak@nfcna.com or visit its Web site at www.nissanforklift.com.

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