McNeilus updates CNG line

McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing Inc., based in Dodge Center, Minnesota, says it has introduced a number of enhancements to its NGEN CNG (next generation, compressed natural gas) systems and services. The company says the upgrades improve performance and reliability through enhanced fill efficiency and plumbing updates.

 

“With more than 30 years of experience in the refuse, mixer and other heavy-duty industries, McNeilus has engineered significant improvements to our already industry-leading NGEN CNG systems,” says Brad Nelson, Oshkosh Corp. senior vice president and president of the commercial business segment. “The adoption of CNG as an alternative to diesel fuel is accelerating, and these upgrades represent a major investment, driven to better meet the needs of our customers.” 

 

The NGEN fuel delivery system features improved internal diameters that offer up to 30 percent improved fill times, according to McNeilus. The company adds the fill time now compares favorably to traditional diesel fuel. Streamlining the design has reduced the number of plumbing components by 25 percent and the number of connections by 50 percent, the company adds.

 

NGEN systems also offer continuous protection thermal pressure relief devices (PRDs) on all configurations that span the length of the tank and system, increasing protection against localized thermal events. Typical PRD configurations contain more high pressure plumbing and have less thermal sensing surface, McNeilus says. 

 

For enhanced serviceability and reliability, the o-ring face seal (ORFS) fittings have been integrated where possible. ORFS fittings can be tightened to proper torque values, mitigating assembly and reassembly errors. 

 

NGEN CNG systems and services are available on new vehicles or customer-supplied vehicles as up-fits through the company’s network of installation centers. McNeilus says its systems meet all NFPA-52 (National Fire Protection Association) standards, which, according to the association’s website, are a code that “safeguards people and installations with requirements that mitigate the fire and explosion hazards associated with CNG and liquified natural gas (LNG) engine fuel systems and fueling facilities.”

 

The systems, installed by McNeilus technicians, are backed by a two-year standard warranty. In addition, McNeilus carries a comprehensive inventory of replacement parts on-hand at its regional installation centers. 

 

“Through our national network of factory-owned branches, our mobile technicians are certified to provide industry-required three-year, 36,000-mile inspections. We are in a unique position to deliver unmatched support for fleets of all types,” says Nelson. “NGEN offers installation and support, with an extensive inventory of replacement parts and mobile service to deliver best-in-class value for our customers.”

 

For more information on NGEN CNG systems and services, visit www.ngencng.com.