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Latest Trends and Technologies for Outreach Vehicles

Latest Trends and Technologies for Outreach Vehicles. Kim Jones & Michael Swendrowski Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services Conference October 10-12, 2012 Richmond, VA. Lean and Green!. Smaller vehicles Hybrid and alternative fuels Eco-friendly “Green” features.

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Latest Trends and Technologies for Outreach Vehicles

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  1. Latest Trends and Technologies for Outreach Vehicles Kim Jones & Michael Swendrowski Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services Conference October 10-12, 2012 Richmond, VA

  2. Lean and Green! • Smaller vehicles • Hybrid and alternative fuels • Eco-friendly “Green” features

  3. Choices are on the way! Smaller Vehicles

  4. Fiat Ducato • European roots • Rear wheel drive • May fall under Ram brand • Due 2013

  5. Ford Transit Jumbo • Also European • Replacing Econoline van • US debut expected 2013

  6. Mercedes-Benz/Freightliner Sprinter • Proven US track record • Current supply issues with bus version

  7. Sprinter Bookmobiles

  8. Efficient Design

  9. Efficient Design

  10. Viable options. Hybrid and Alternative Fuels

  11. Hybrid Drivelines • Diesel electric • Electric to 34mph • 25% fuel improvement • Available to 30,000lbs GVWR Rochester PL Mendocino County

  12. Hydrogen Fuel Cells • Several attempts over years • Resurgence with new natural gas reserves • Infrastructure expected to grow significantly in next 5 years • UPS Sprinter in operation since 2003

  13. Clean Diesel • Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) current standard – since 2010 • 90% reduction in pollution since 2006 • Particulate matter at near-zero levels • Diesel has always been more efficient than gasoline

  14. Bio-diesel • B5 (5%) acceptable in most diesel engines • Some approve to B20 (20%) • Can be made from vegetable oils, animal fats, or recycled restaurant greases • 2% lower fuel economy for B20 (10% lower for B100)

  15. In high demand! Green Technologies

  16. Solar • 120-140 watts per panel • Charges batteries for both DC and AC power (with inverter) • Can be retrofitted • Virtually zero maintenance!

  17. Inverters • Reduces generator run time • Clean & quiet source of power • Onan Hybrid Power Systems discontinued 

  18. Eco-friendly Finishes • Cork flooring • Bamboo flooring • Recycled carpets • Low VOC plywood

  19. Lightweight Materials • Aluminum bodies and wheels • Less weight (and corrosion) • Aluminum shelving • 700lb. typical weight savings • Thinner substrates • ½” vs. ¾” = 22lbs per 4x8 sheet • 10% weight reduction = 5% fuel efficiency gain

  20. LED Lighting • Costs have dropped • Nearly “standard” • Warmer light frequency • Very efficient

  21. Natural Lighting • Skylights • Windows • Light color choices

  22. Thank you! Have a wonderful conference! www.vehicleSUCCESS.com

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