Idle-Reduction Technology Partnership
Idle Reduction Technology Workshop January 30 2006
Idle-Reduction Technology Workshop
May 2004, WPNA celebrated 30-years of operations in North America with its new headquarters in Fenton, Michigan (USA).
Webasto Continues Its Growth and Influence as an Innovator In The Climate Control Industry
Privately owned company since 1901, Webasto invests heavily in research and development, with an emphasis on innovative products.
With over 6,200 employees based in over 40 countries, Webasto services heavy-duty truck, motorcoach, transit, shuttle, school bus, marine, military, off-highway, RV and light-duty vehicle markets.
In 1974, Webasto began operations in Canada & USA with In-cab air heaters & engine coolant preheating for heavy-duty markets and sunroofs for light duty vehicles.
The Many Reasons Why Idle Reduction Hasn’t Become A Part Of Operating Procedure
Driver Habits
Traditionally Low Diesel Fuel Prices
Little concern for the environment
No financial consequences
Idle-Reduction Technology Workshop
Emissions/Pollution
One liter of diesel fuel produces 2.8 kilograms of Green House Gases (GHGs).
An hour of idling produces 11.2 kilograms of GHGs.
A year's worth of idling (2,000 hours) produces over 20 tons of GHGs.
Engine Wear & Tear
Additional Engine maintenance required due to idling results in cost from $200-$2000/yr
The Cost Of Idling Is Impactful In The Air and Under The Hood
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The Idling Impact on the Wallet and on the Dependence on Foreign Oil
Wasted Fuel
Fuel waste due to unnecessary idling results in 0.8-1.5 gal/hour (NREL/TP-540-33629, EPA 420-R-02-025)
1.2 billion gallons a year of fuel are consumed in the US by truck idling
Operating Cost
Studies show annual idling cost range from $3000 to $7000 per truck
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The Signs Of No-Idling Regulations Begin Enforcement
Idling times vary from NO-IDLING (UT) to 15-minutes (NV).
Fines have ranged as high as $25,000 (Virginia Dept. of Environmental Quality).
25-States in the US maintain maximum idling time stipulations.
Notable proponents include the California Air Resources Board, Environmental Protection Divisions, Air Quality Agencies, Department of Energy, Health Departments and local agencies
Idle-Reduction Technology Workshop
No-Idling Corridors Begin To Make Their Way Across the U.S.
Washington D.C.
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The Tonnage figures shown above do NOT include emission data from passenger vehicles idling not equipped with an OEM or aftermarket remote starting devise.
Light-Duty Vehicle Remote Starters Doing Damage
In 2004 over 4 million remote starters were installed in North America. The practice of remote vehicle starting and subsequent unnecessary idling is growing at an alarming rate of 12.6% annually. – source Martec Study
Without a change, in 2010 OEM and aftermarket remote start idling will contribute the following annual emissions:
195,350 Tons of CO803 Tons of NOx
15,673 Tons of HC6,363,698 Tons of CO2
-Source EPA Approved Laboratory
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Mounts under the hood, gets power from the battery, and is activated by timer or heater remote.
BlueHeat Provides No-Idle Solutions for Light-Duty Engine & Interior Preheating
Heater circulates and preheats engine coolant to 180 degrees.
Blower fan activates, sending warm air to the interior.
No scraping windshields.
No-Idling for heat.
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Engine Coolant Preheaters Forced Air In-Cab Heating Systems
WPNA Heaters Provide No-Idle Solutions for Cold Starts & In-Cab Heating
DBW 201045,000 Btu/h
Northern States
Thermo 90 S31,000 Btu/hClass 7 & 8
TSL 1717,200 Btu/h
Class 3-8
Air Top 350012,000 Btu/h10-hrs/gal.
Air Top 20007,000 Btu/h20-hrs/gal.
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Very low amp draw of 3.5 – 6.5 amps
Can be used as a circulating fan.
Control Panel with fan and temperature control operation.
BlueCool Truck Features No-Idle Bunk Cooling
Refrigeration and cold storage unit.
Cab mounted air chiller/handler.
1/2 the weight of other systems (300 lbs.)
17,000 Btu’s cold storage unit.
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Increased safety from getting a good night’s sleep.
Elimination of fines for idling.
Ability to get a cool night’s sleep regardless of state/local non-idling ordinances.
A cool, quiet night’s sleep with no interruptions from engines starting, compressors starting, or temperature variations.
BlueCool Truck Delivers Company & Driver Benefits
Capability to keep the cab below 70 degrees F for 9-hrs. in 90+ degree F ambient temperatures.
Idle-Reduction Technology Workshop
Summer Leg Include:
Green Bay
Milwaukee
Chicago
Toledo
Columbus
Youngstown
Pittsburgh
Harrisburg
Orangeville
Montreal
Quebec
Toronto
BlueCool Truck Summer Swing Truck Tour
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Solves all cooling, heating, and electrical power needs
Technology developed internally with no outside sources of funding used or required
Total engine independent power solution for Truck, Bus, and Passenger Car, completely eliminating the need to idle
In 2010, Webasto APU Prepares To Make A Huge Impact
Fuel cell is powered by diesel fuel, gasoline or natural gas utilizing reformer technology
First prototypes ranging 1 to 5 kW are currently being tested; full production is scheduled for 2010
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Combining heating, cooling and ventilation to vehicles allows for an operator to perform better.
Markets Welcome The Concept C5…Complete Cabin Comfort Climate Control
Light-Duty: BlueHeat & Sunroofs.
Heavy-Duty Truck: Air Top 2000 & BlueCool Truck.
Marine: BlueHeat Marine & BlueCool Marine.
Bus: Coolant Heater & BlueCool Bus.
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Webasto Advantage From Our Plant To Your Bottom-line
Toll-FREE technical support (800) 555-4518 USA (800) 667-8900 Canada.
On and Off-site sales, product and maintenance training available.
Extensive dealer and distributor network.
Strong product warranty with an interactive web site. www.webasto.us
Quick response, professionally trained customer service teams.
Contact your Webasto representative for application details.
Idle-Reduction Technology Workshop