PENDLETON, Ind., March 4, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Remy
International, Inc. (NASDAQ: REMY), manufacturer of Delco
Remy® heavy duty starters and alternators, as well as Remy® light
duty starters and alternators, now offers a complete line of
high-output alternators, ranging from 170 up to 430 Amps.
"Fuel is typically the leading and most variable expense for
fleets," said Randy Andis, Director
of Aftermarket Operations. "These alternators provide the highest
power density in their class, but the most compelling advantage for
our fleet customers is fuel savings. We're delighted that our 40SI™
model has become a very popular spec for many prominent fleets
across the United States."
"Generating onboard electricity in a vehicle takes horsepower,"
said Mike Bradfield, senior staff
engineer. "A more efficient alternator results in significant,
measureable savings in fuel costs. It's that simple, and for fleet
operators, that savings goes straight to their bottom line – year
after year."
To design their high-output/high-efficiency series alternators
such as the 40SI and 55SI™, Remy engineers evaluated power loss and
inefficiencies at every stage of power generation, down to the
component level. They utilized a breakthrough brushless design,
remote sense technologies and new design concepts, to improve
output and fuel efficiency by as much as 28%.
These new alternators have been rigorously tested - on the road
and on the bench - with repeatable, quantifiable results. Three
different types of applications were examined: a line haul tractor,
a city tractor, and a school bus. Precisely measured real-time data
was collected to determine the input profiles.
"We believe even mature technologies can be improved," continued
Bradfield.
"Electrical power on a vehicle is not free. If a truck operates
for 2,000 hours a year and fuel costs $3.50/gallon, it costs over $875 just to generate 100 amps of electricity.
The fuel cost difference between a 60% and 72% efficient alternator
under this scenario is over $179/year. At 5,000 hours of operation, the
savings is over $446/year in fuel
costs.
"When gas prices go up, the savings becomes even more impactful.
On the same vehicle, at $4/gallon,
the savings is over $600/year in fuel
costs. Multiply that by the number of trucks a fleet has in
service, and you can see the importance of this
technology."
For more detailed information and test results, read
Mike Bradfield's white paper:
http://delcoremy.com/documents/high-efficiency-white-paper.aspx
Calculate your savings with Delco
Remy's online fuel savings calculator here:
http://delcoremy.com/Alternators/Fuel-Economy-Calculator.aspx
About Remy International, Inc.
Founded by the Remy
Brothers in 1896, Remy International, Inc. is a leading
global manufacturer and remanufacturer of alternators, starter
motors and electric traction motors. Headquartered
in Pendleton, IN, with global operations across five
continents and 10 countries, Remy International markets
products under the Delco Remy®, Remy®, and USA Industries® brands. Known for innovation,
efficiency, quality, and best-in-class customer service and
support, Remy International's products are integrated by
leading industrial, specialty, automotive and heavy-duty OEMs, and
aftermarket providers worldwide. We Start the World & Keep It
Running™.
Contact: Martha Avery, Remy
International, Inc., 765.274.7805
DELCO REMY is a registered
trademark of General Motors licensed to Remy International, Inc.,
Pendleton, IN 46064.
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