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Diesel Emissions Retrofit. Reducing harmful emissions while protecting Fleet Investment. Background. “Diesel Emissions Reduction Act 2006” (DERA) amended the ECL. DERA provides exemptions for some off road vehicles/equipment.
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Diesel Emissions Retrofit Reducing harmful emissions while protecting Fleet Investment.
Background • “Diesel Emissions Reduction Act 2006” (DERA) amended the ECL. DERA provides exemptions for some off road vehicles/equipment. • ECL 19-0323 added: “Use of Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel & Best Available Technology by the State” • Part 248 regulations enacted July2009. How will this affect compliance and reporting?
Retrofit Technology Definitions • DOC (Diesel Oxidation Catalyst) • PCRT (Partial Filter) • CCRT (Continuously Regenerating Technology) • DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) • APF (Active Particulate Filter) • PPF (Passive Particulate Filter) • CCV (Closed Crankcase Ventilation)
What is diesel retrofit technology? • Diesel Oxidation Catalyst – DOC- Simple in line muffler conversion that reduces particulate matter (PM) 25-40%. Low maintenance and cost about $1500 per unit. Tier 1 Technology • Diesel Particulate Filters - DPF- complex emissions reduction systems that reduce PM up to 95%. Proper maintenance is critical to the operation of these systems. Minimum cost $8-12,000 per unit. Require passive or active regeneration.
What is Passive vrs Active Regeneration? • Passive regeneration happens automatically on over the road trucks when the exhaust system maintains a minimum temperature of 250-290 degrees centigrade for at least 35-40 % of the trucks operation. (Duty cycle) • Active regeneration requires manual intervention , either on the truck/equipment or off board through an external heat source. Most trucks and equipment that operate locally or for short on/off durations require some form of active regeneration.
Types of Active regeneration • On board - The DPF collects soot which needs to be burnt off to prevent back pressure. The DPF sends a signal to a control module to activate an on board external fuel fired heater to burn off the soot. The heater heats the exhaust to 1200 F to burn off the collected soot. Requires about 45 minutes continuous run time. • Off board – this process can utilize an on board heater connected to an external electric outlet for 5-6 hours or can require the DPF to baked in an external unit for 30-60 minutes + removal and reinstallation time. Total 3-4 hours.
Regeneration issues • Regeneration intervals can’t be controlled. Intervals will be determined by duty cycles. • Due to the high heat created by the on board regeneration .additional radiator and clutch fan capacity may be necessary. • Diesel fuel is used to fire the heater and the clutch fan may diminish horsepower.
Other concerns • Off board scheduling and time constraints limit this as a viable option. • Regeneration should not occur during refueling or inside buildings with low ceilings. • Depending on exhaust stack location, regeneration should not occur in high grass , near low trees and shrubs, or near any other flammable object. • Driver training is imperative to prevent problems.
Diesel Oxidation Catalysts • PM ≥ 20% • CO ≥ 90% • HC ≥ 90% Versatile Installations Fuel Tolerant No Maintenance Low Cost Solution
Technology Links • http://www.epa.gov/otaq/retrofit/verif-list.htm • http://www.arb.ca.gov/diesel/verdev/vt/cvt.htm
Develop a plan • Sample beginning inventory of 2769 units to be retrofitted, retired or replaced. 686,155,155=996. • Performing duty cycle testing is critical to determine what technology to use. • Exhaust Gas Recirculation- most engines produced in the last 5-6 years use EGR. They are cleaner than the previous engines so there are limited options to install on these engines.
The future • Continue to perform duty cycle tests and install DOC’s where permissible. IF DPF’s are required we will contract for a complete and warranted installation. • 2010 engines will require SCR technology to reduce Nox emissions. On board Urea injection system. • Natural gas engines meet 2010 emissions without using DPF’s or UREA.
SCR vrs Advanced EGR • Selective Catalytic Reduction – Uses Diesel Exhaust Fluid (urea) injected into the exhaust to reduce NOX. • DEF/Urea distribution is already in place. Fuel mileage will increase slightly. • Advanced EGR does not meet the tailpipe NOX emissions requirement. Previously earned credits allow these engines to be sold legally. Fuel mileage will decrease slightly.
Natural Gas engines • Natural gas engines can produce as much horsepower as diesel and can be more efficient. • Natural gas costs $1.00 -2.00 less per gallon equivalent.. • Liquified Natural Gas is the most efficient method of storage for heavy duty vehicles.