Cummins Partners With Allison Transmission to Power Diesel Hybrid Electric Drive System.Business Editors COLUMBUS, Ind.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 14, 2000 Representatives of Cummins Inc. (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :CUM) joined those from General Motors (GM), Allison Transmission and New Flyer of America today as the West Coast's first hybrid-equipped transit bus A transit bus (also known as a commuter bus) in the United States is usually operated by an urban-suburban bus line, a governmental public transit agency, or a contractor. A transit bus is normally used on public transit routes. was unveiled at the Orange County Transit Authority in Santa Ana, California Santa Ana is the most populous city in Orange County, California and is the county seat. It lies approximately 10 miles inland from the Pacific Ocean, on the largely seasonal Santa Ana River. . The new state-of-the-art transit vehicle was recently delivered to OCTA from bus manufacturer New Flyer of America. The hybrid-electric powertrain developed by Allison is powered by a modified Cummins ISB-270 with catalyzed soot soot, black or dull brown deposit of fine powder resulting from incomplete combustion of fuel of high carbon content, e.g., coal, wood, and oil. It consists chiefly of amorphous carbon and tarry substances that cause it to adhere to surfaces. filter. The combination of Cummins power with the Allison powertrain will increase fuel economy and reduce NOx (oxides of nitrogen) and PM (particulate matter particulate matter n. Abbr. PM Material suspended in the air in the form of minute solid particles or liquid droplets, especially when considered as an atmospheric pollutant. Noun 1. ) emissions, an attribute highly valued in smog-challenged Southern California Southern California, also colloquially known as SoCal, is the southern portion of the U.S. state of California. Centered on the cities of Los Angeles and San Diego, Southern California is home to nearly 24 million people and is the nation's second most populated region, . "Cummins is pleased to participate with GM, Allison and New Flyer to provide the best available technology to OCTA," said John Wall, Cummins Chief Technical Officer. "By expanding the use of Cummins power and aftertreatment technologies with low emissions drive system strategies, we will produce the most reliable products with minimal environmental impact. This complements our continued development of the total power system, which includes engines, filtration filtration: see sewerage; water supply. Filtration The separation of solid particles from a fluidsolids suspension of which they are a part by passage of most of the fluid through a septum or membrane that retains most of the solids and aftertreatment components as a complete package for our customers." By modifying the ISB engine to perform with a hybrid electric drive system, Cummins continues its record of manufacturing products that meet emissions requirements equal to or below alternative fueled conventionally equipped vehicles. This project results in advanced diesel technology that is reliable, durable, and meets the needs of its clients without a major infrastructure change. "We are delighted to join with New Flyer and Cummins to bring a new generation of efficient, commercially viable and sustainable hybrid electric technology to today's transit systems," said Fred Cartwright, Program Manager for Allison Electric Drives. "This project reflects Allison's solid commitment to developing the type of alternative solutions that will enable transit systems operate clearer, quieter and more cost effectively." Allison Transmission, the leading designer and manufacturer of medium and heavy-duty automatic transmissions, was founded in 1915. A division of General Motors, it has produced and sold more than 3 million transmission units. Cummins, headquartered in Columbus, Ind., is the world's largest producer of gas and diesel engines above 50 horsepower horsepower, unit of power in the English system of units. It is equal to 33,000 foot-pounds per minute or 550 foot-pounds per second or approximately 746 watts. . The company provides products and services for customers in markets worldwide for engines, power generation and filtration. In 1999, Cummins reported record sales of $6.6 billion. Press releases by fax may be requested by calling News on Demand (toll free) at 888-329-2305. |
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