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BlueTec emissions technology is the first emissions advancement that improves fuel economy.
5/23/2011
Did you know:
Detroit Diesel’s BlueTec emissions technology is the first emissions advancement that improves fuel economy?
Here's how:
BlueTec SCR emissions technology improves fuel economy in many ways. For instance extended diesel particulate filter (DPF) regeneration intervals allow the engine to use less fuel to burn off the soot that the filter collects. Also, Detroit Diesel’s BlueTec proprietary 1-Box emissions packaging system enables lower exhaust back pressure which contributes to better fuel economy. Best of all, by treating exhaust gases outside of the engine and using minimized EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation), Detroit Diesel engines with BlueTec can provide up to 5% better fuel economy compared to the already impressive EPA 2007 engines.
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Daimler hiring as truck demand ramps up.
2/14/2011
PORTLAND, Ore. -- Business is brisk for Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), which has announced it is expanding production and adding 628 positions at its Mt. Holly and Gastonia, N.C. manufacturing plants.
The company says the hirings are in response to rising customer demand for Daimler's trucks. Daimler will fill about 1,300 positions during the first half of the year at its various truck and parts manufacturing facilities.
"We have received a clear vote of confidence from a broad range of customers," said Martin Daum, president and chief executive officer, DTNA. "Our new hiring in Mt. Holly and Gastonia is a direct reflection of incoming orders and the resulting production schedule. We remain cautiously optimistic regarding economic and industry recovery but this is a significant and welcome step forward."
Since January 2010, Daimler has reinstated more than 1,600 manufacturing and admin positions in response to rising demand.
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Detroit Diesel’s BlueTec SCR technology utilizes Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) which is non-toxic, biodegradable and readily available at thousands of locations across North America.
2/8/2011
DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) is non-toxic, biodegradable, and non-flammable. It is composed of 67.5% pure water and 32.5% automotive-grade urea. (Urea is a mild substance used in skin softening dish soap, teeth whitening formulas and as a pretzel browning agent.) Like other standardized fluids, the American Petroleum Institute (API) controls DEF quality through a rigorous testing system. DEF comes pre-mixed and has a minimum shelf-life of one-year from the manufacturing date. DEF is readily available for purchase at truck stops, truck dealerships and engine distributors in various size containers including bulk fill, 275 gallon totes and 2.5 gallon jugs. DEF is also available in bulk on the fuel islands at select Pilot Travel Centers (see attached flyer for specific locations).
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Detroit Diesel's Bluetec emissions technology offers advantages over other SCR systems
2/1/2011
Detroit Diesel’s BlueTec emissions technology is exclusively offered with Detroit Diesel engines, DD13, DD15 and DD16. Detroit Diesel and Daimler are the world’s leaders in SCR technology with over 300,000 SCR equipped vehicles in operation worldwide. In fact, Detroit Diesel has over 25,000 BlueTec equipped engines in operation with many of North America’s largest fleets today and has accumulated over 150 million real world miles. Not to mention that you can only get the simplest SCR packaging solution, 1-Box™ emissions package, with a Detroit Diesel engine equipped with BlueTec in a Freightliner or Western Star truck. And best of all, Detroit Diesel engines equipped with BlueTec offer up to 5% better fuel economy than our industry leading EPA 2007 versions of the DD13 and DD15. So, when a customer says ‘all SCR systems are the same’, be sure to provide them the facts about Detroit Diesel BlueTec – the best solution to meet 2010 EPA emissions!
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Detroit Diesel Corporation Family of Advanced Engines with BlueTec Certified for 2010
1/18/2010
PORTLAND, OR, - Detroit Diesel Corporation's high performance, fuel efficient family of engines, including the DD13(TM), DD15(TM) and DD16(TM) with the BlueTec(R) emissions control system, has been certified by the Environmental Protection Agency as meeting 2010 emissions regulations, the most stringent standards in the world. The BlueTec system was developed by Detroit Diesel to meet the specific needs of North American trucking. It uses selective catalytic reduction (SCR) to reduce emissions to near-zero levels.
In addition to meeting the 2010 emissions standards without the use of credits, Detroit Diesel's new BlueTec system improves engine efficiency and operations. Based on extensive testing, these improvements have been proven to consistently deliver fuel economies up to 5 percent over 2007 engines, bringing value to customers while reducing production of greenhouse gases (CO2) and reducing the nation's dependence on foreign oil.
Prior to certification, the Detroit Diesel engine line with BlueTec had completed more than 28 million equivalent miles of testing, including one and a half million miles of real world freight hauling experience by customers - making it one of the most proven, tested emissions reduction technologies ever.
"We received 2010 certification on December 30th and have already loaded our first batch of production engines on the line in our Redford, Michigan engine facility. The 2010 certification is a great way to start the year," said David Hames, general manager, marketing and strategy, Daimler Trucks North America. "But, more than that, we are pleased to further improving on our advanced family of engines that is already proven to meet our customers' need for performance, fuel economy, durability and reliability."
"We took full advantage of our early choice of SCR as the best technology for our customers for 2010. In addition to our rigorous internal testing, the extra time allowed for completion of more than one and a half million miles of real world testing under North American freight hauling conditions as part of our customer demonstration program before BlueTec is being introduced to the commercial market," Hames added. "The technology offers a paradigm shift from fuel penalties to fuel economies with simultaneous reduction of emissions and CO2, compared to today's EGR-only vehicles."
BlueTec, Daimler's version of SCR emissions control technology, was adapted by Detroit Diesel Corporation to meet the specific demands of the North American heavy duty marketplace and represents the company's latest innovation in clean diesel engine technology to be fully-developed and commercialized.
Allowing more than a decade for development, the 2010 BlueTec technology is one of the most extensively tested emissions technology systems in the company's history. Detroit Diesel and Daimler Trucks North America worked together to apply the best of Daimler's experience with both SCR and EGR. The extra time allowed for customer validation and performance refinement to meet the requirements of rigorous freight hauling as well as severe duty vocational applications. In addition, Detroit Diesel took a leadership role in the development of the new supply infrastructure for diesel exhaust fluid and on board diagnostic sensor technologies that are distinctive to North American trucking.
BlueTec is an after-treatment system that uses diesel exhaust fluid in a catalyst to virtually eliminate nitrogen oxide emissions, thereby allowing the engine to be fully optimized for both low emissions and high fuel economy. The system incorporates the enhanced performance of Detroit Diesel's recently introduced DD15, DD13 and DD16 big bore engines, as well as the already proven ACRS(TM) fuel system and an integrated engine-compression brake. Detroit Diesel will offer BlueTec technology in a variety of packaging configurations, including a unique 1-Box(TM) packaging design that is optimized for low back-pressure and uses an all-new, robust diesel particulate filter material.
Detroit Diesel Corporation is a leading manufacturer of on-highway heavy-duty diesel engines for the commercial truck market. Headquartered in Redford, Mich., Detroit Diesel is engaged in the design, manufacture, sale and service of these products, in addition to supporting alternative and hybrid engine strategies for the commercial truck marketplace. Detroit Diesel is a Daimler company, the world's leading commercial vehicle manufacturer.
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Freightliner trucks enhances versatile Business Class M2106V
3/9/2010
The improved M2 106V is ready for 2010 emissions technology for severe duty vocational applications
ST. LOUIS - Freightliner Trucks today showcased the new improvements made to the Business Class(R) M2 106V at the Work Truck Show. The Business Class M2 106V boasts updated features that enhance performance and efficiency while also accommodating the new 2010 emissions requirements.
The versatile Business Class M2 106V is ideal for medium and heavy-duty vocational applications requiring a front engine PTO and front frame extensions, such as refuse collection, snow plowing, crane and utility operations and fire/emergency needs.
"With the enhancements we've made to the Business Class M2 106V, we have the next generation of one of our most versatile vocational trucks," said Melissa Clausen, director of product marketing for Freightliner Trucks. "We've further extended the options for our vocational customers while meeting the stringent 2010 emissions standards."
Designed for Power, Performance
With standard features such as multiplex wiring and front frame rail extensions, the Business Class M2 106V is already engineered for maximum customization and performance. New features including a larger radiator, new hood and improved headlight system further enhance the truck's versatility and performance.
"We took a close look at what our customers want in a heavy-duty vocational truck, and made the right enhancements to accommodate their needs," said Clausen.
Specific highlights include:
* Larger radiator capacity. The Business Class M2 106V's new 1,200 square-inch radiator can accommodate up to 380hp with automatic transmission and up to 80,000 pounds GVW. The radiator is mounted to the engine and sits above the top of the frame, allowing for optimal cooling and reliability. This also allows the front engine PTO shaft to run below the radiator.
* Improved headlight system. The composite headlights feature complex reflectors with halogen bulbs. The bulbs are easy to replace and available at auto and truck supply stores. An upgrade over previous sealed beam headlights, this system provides superior lighting performance.
* Blend-Air Engine Air Intake system. The truck's new Blend-Air intake system pulls air from under and outside the hood, which helps the stream of air when snow and debris may otherwise constrict airflow.
* Front frame rail extensions. Front frame rail extensions are integral rather than bolted on, allowing for a constant resistance bending moment (RBM) from the front of the frame extension to the end of the rail. The straight front frame rail extensions are standard, and available in 6-inch and 24-inch lengths, providing a solid mounting point for hydraulic pumps, winches, front stabilizers and snowplows.
Run Smart, Look Smart
Stylish updates make the updated product one that can out-perform the competition, and looks good doing so. The truck features a lightweight and durable aluminum cab that is strong and non-corrosive. Plus a new fiberglass hood with re-styled front fenders complete the truck's appealing, contemporary look.
"The Business Class M2 106V blends style and function to the benefit of the driver," said Clausen. "Special attention was paid to the cab design to decrease driver fatigue and increase productivity."
Low step-in heights with slip resistant dual steps, large door openings with strategically placed exterior and interior grab handles, and flexible seating options come standard with the Business Class M2 106V. A 2,500 sq inch windshield provides excellent visibility for spotting potential hazards.
Allison Optimized Packages can also be spec'd for the Business Class M2 106V. Exclusive to Freightliner chassis for specific vocational applications, Allison Optimized Packages offer a holistic approach to configuring a vehicle's driveline to deliver performance, durability, fuel efficiency and protection.
"Our vocational customers demand solutions that provide it all - power, performance, durability and efficiency," said Clausen. "The changes we've made to the M2 106V will help our customers to run smart every step of the way."
Freightliner Trucks is a division of Daimler Trucks North America LLC, headquartered in Portland, Oregon, and is the leading heavy-duty truck manufacturer in North America. Daimler Trucks North America produces and markets Class 4-8 trucks and is a Daimler company, the world's leading commercial vehicle manufacturer.
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Daimler Trucks NA Mercedes-Benz engines rank highest in vocational engine segment in the J.D. Power and Assoc
4/8/2010
REDFORD, Mich. - Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) announced today that its Mercedes-Benz engines have received the award for "Highest in Customer Satisfaction among Vocational Heavy-Duty Truck Engines" in the J.D. Power and Associates 2009 Heavy Duty Truck Engine and Transmission Studysm.
The results from the 2009 Heavy Duty Truck Engine and Transmission Study were based on interviews with 2,421 owner/operators and fleet managers of heavy duty trucks. Of the customers interviewed, the average length in-service among trucks in the study is 25 months, allowing ample time for customers to accurately assess their vehicles. Respondents interviewed are asked questions about their level of satisfaction with engine quality, performance, cost of ownership and warranty.
"We are pleased with the results of this recent J.D. Power and Associates study and award. Considering the engines included in this survey are entirely comprised of our legacy models, like the MBE4000, we feel that our customers can expect even better performance and support from our new lineup of engines - the DD13(TM), DD15(TM), and soon to be launched DD16(TM). Our new engines are proving to be industry benchmarks for efficiency, reliability and power," said Amanda Phillips, manager, product marketing for Detroit Diesel who distributes Mercedes-Benz engines in the U.S.
The DD13, DD15 and DD16 engines are all-new heavy-duty engines from Detroit Diesel that cover three displacement categories: 13 liters, 15 liters and 16 liters. The engines share a common platform design that is leveraged on a global scale by Daimler Trucks.
Detroit Diesel has been certified by the EPA as meeting 2010 emissions targets for the DD13, DD15 and DD16 engines with BlueTec emissions technology. Detroit Diesel chose selective catalytic reduction (SCR) as the primary technology to meet the EPA 2010 emissions regulations. SCR has proven to be an effective means to reduce NOx emissions and is the only proven technology for meeting the EPA 2010 standards as measured at the tailpipe.
"Considering that Mercedes-Benz has placed significant emphasis on being an industry leader for nearly 20 years in the areas most important to customers, the high marks in the vocational segment come as no surprise," said Phillips. "However, now that our vocational engines have received the top marks from customers two years in a row, this signals that our Mercedes-Benz brand is delivering strong value to an entirely different range of customers in the demanding North American vocational segment. The future opportunities for our brand in the vocational segment are tremendous."
For more information, go to www.DetroitDiesel.com.
Headquartered in Westlake Village, Calif., J.D. Power and Associates is a global marketing information services company operating in key business sectors including market research, forecasting, performance improvement, training and customer satisfaction. The firm's quality and satisfaction measurements are based on responses from millions of consumers annually. J.D. Power and Associates can be accessed through the World Wide Web at www.jdpower.com.
Detroit Diesel Corporation is a leading manufacturer of on-highway diesel engines for the commercial truck market. Headquartered in Redford, Mich., Detroit Diesel Corporation is engaged in the design, manufacture, sale and service of these products, in addition to supporting alternative and hybrid engine strategies for the commercial truck marketplace. Detroit Diesel Corporation is a Daimler company.
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