Horton‘s WindShift WSE has been computer-optimized to provide a combination of increased airflow and reduced operating noise, according to the company. By utilizing a swept-blade design, WSE generates greater static pressure at slower speeds. Horton notes that the WindShift WSE blade is ideal for Tier 4 and Stage IV agricultural, construction, industrial and power generation equipment. Related Articles - CTT shares tips on commercial truck tax breaks - ACT Research: Vocational truck orders remained strong in October - Five truck trend takeaways from November
The WindShift WSE Modular Fan is available in diameters of 24 to 41 in. (610 to 1,040 mm) and 2.44- to 5.94-in. (62 to 151 mm) pitch widths. Other WindShift blades include WSC and WSD, which are engineered for low-restriction airflow applications and fit a narrower, more compact space. Cold Saw For Metal
The fans are constructed with clamshell knuckles that clamp each blade to a 0.25-in. (6 mm) steel center disk. This allows blades to be set to a specific pitch angle for increased airflow.
“OEM engineers appreciate the design flexibility and fast prototyping and testing that WindShift fans provide,” says Nels Johnson, vice president business development. “The new WSE blade is another essential component to help them meet the more stringent emissions and noise directives in a wide range of applications.”
WindShift Modular Fans are offered in pitch widths ranging from 1.88 to 6.32 in. (48 to 161 mm) and diameters from 24 to 52 in. (610 to 1,320 mm). Fans are provided with three to 16 blades, equally spaced or staggered to modulate system noise. In addition to flat-plate center disc mounting, straight- and tapered-bore adapters are available. WindShift Modular Fans are compatible with Horton fan drives. Other options include clockwise or counterclockwise rotation and custom center disks for virtually any blade count, fan diameter and pilot or bolt circle pattern.
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According to Hyzon, the trial marks a significant step in adopting zero-emission technology for heavy-duty waste and recycling applications.
Hyzon announced the successful trial of its refuse collection Fuel Cell Electric Truck (FCET) in partnership with New Way Trucks and Mt. Diablo Resource Recovery (MDRR). The trial took place in California, covering areas such as Concord, Pittsburg, Oakley, Rio Vista, and parts of unincorporated Contra Costa.
According to Hyzon, the truck demonstrated hydrogen's effectiveness as a sustainable, zero-emission alternative to diesel fuel, aligning with California's Advanced Clean Fleet requirements. This is Hyzon's tenth successful trial since July across its Class 8 and refuse collection FCETs.
The ATA said CARB set the industry up for failure through “unachievable targets and timelines void of operational and economic reality.”
The TCI has been positive only twice since April 2022, but current forecasts show positive readings through at least a two-year timespan.
The contract includes all Kenworth Class 5-8 chassis, including medium- and heavy-duty battery electric and natural gas trucks and tractors.
Class 8 year-end orders are is projected to reach roughly 324,700 units, up from 315,952 in 2023, due to a rise in vocational truck demand.
With orders well below expectations, FTR this marks the lowest October net order total since FTR’s trailer data tracking began in 2013.
Once an issue is discovered by drivers, submitted to CVSA and thoroughly reviewed by committee, the hard part begins.
Survey data shows rates may bounce back soon and demand may gradually increase, though carriers still face uncertainty about the future.
Peterbilt was among the awardees from the the Women In Trucking (WIT) Association.
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