Gates’ low-permeation Barricade hose prevents fuel vapor loss while delivering peak fuel efficiency.

Gates’ low-permeation Barricade hose prevents fuel vapor loss while delivering peak fuel efficiency. The hose is designed for virtually any engine application that is equipped with a conventional carburetor, including cars, trucks, ATVs, tractors, and lawn and garden equipment. According to the company, the Barricade hose is the lowest permeation, multifuel compatible hose on the market today. Its Greenshield barrier technology allows Barricade to exceed stringent California Air Resource Board, EPA, and other state and federal requirements. With an average annual fuel savings of about 1 gal (3.8 L) per vehicle, Barricade hose can reduce the amount of gasoline consumed by U.S. motorists. With its built-in, five-layer Greenshield barrier technology, the Barricade hose achieves five times less fuel vapor permeation (1 g/m²) and fuel waste than conventional hoses. Unlike standard fuel line hoses, Barricade hose can accommodate more fuel types, including gasohol, diesel, biodiesel, ethanol, gasoline, and methanol.

Jennifer Shuttleworth

Rayconnect has introduced a range of self-heating fluid connectors for integration into truck pollutant removal systems in the heavy-duty industry.

Rayconnect has introduced a range of self-heating fluid connectors for integration into truck pollutant removal systems in the heavy-duty industry. The connectors help keep the tubing above -11°C (+12°F) to prevent the urea-based fluid used in the selective catalytic reduction process from freezing. The company is working to develop a compromise for energy consumed by these connectors, which have a power supply and are heated by a thermistor. The goal is to minimize energy consumption and reduce the circuit heating time in order to offer an economical alternative vs. externally heated connector systems.

For more information, visit booth 607

Jenny Hessler

Torotrak has partnered with Allison Transmission to develop a medium-duty truck transmission that will feature full-toroidal transmission technology.

Torotrak has partnered with Allison Transmission to develop a medium-duty truck transmission that will feature Torotrak's full-toroidal transmission technology, which provides the ratio range not through a system of gears but by a full-toroidal variator that consists of a set of discs and rollers, making the infinitely variable transmission torque-controlled rather than ratio- controlled. Disc and roller technology offers improved fuel-saving, emissions, and refinement benefits for commercial vehicles, agricultural and construction vehicles, and material-handling equipment, according to the company. Its flywheel- and continuously variable transmission-based mechanical hybrid for city bus and commercial vehicle applications also offers various fuel economy savings and an improved riding experience.

For more information, visit booth 303

Jenny Hessler

CTI (Céramiques Techniques et Industrielles) and the IFP have developed a SiC composite particulate filter with improved filtration efficiency that targets Euro 5 and 6 regulations.

CTI (Céramiques Techniques et Industrielles) and the IFP have developed a SiC composite particulate filter with improved filtration efficiency that targets Euro 5 and 6 regulations. Features include high thermal conductivity for complete, efficient regeneration; improved mechanical performance; chemical resistance to acids and ashes; durability after harsh aging treatments; and compatibility with washcoat formulations. The SiC composite diesel particulate filter (DPF) uses a manufacturing process that enables the production of various sizes and shapes. CTI’s composite DPF is suitable for trucks, buses, and other on- and off-highway vehicles and also offers improved serviceability.

For more information, visit booth 607

Jenny Hessler