Catalytic converter
Catalytic Converter
IC engine - clean exhaust depends on a catalytic converter. The stringent
requirement for forklift trucks minimises the release of harmful exhaust to environment.
The toxic gases "carbon monoxide and soot" are cleaned via a catalytic converter.
Two basic converter types used are:
• Dry exhaust (catalytic converter)
- used with gasoline IC engines - The exhaust is burned in an after-burner. After
reaching a specified temperature the harmful gases are further reduced through an
oxidation process.
• Wet exhaust (catalytic converter)
- used in Diesel applications - The exhaust gas is forced through a water bath which
filters soot and reduces the unpleasant aroma expended by these engines. Afterwards the
exhaust gas is forced into an after-burner for further purification.
