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Methanol and Ethanol Dual Fuel Conversion

Model M 32, M 43

HPDI-based conversion of existing M 32 and M 43 diesel engines to run on up to 95% methanol or ethanol by volume.

Description

Powered by high-pressure direct injection (HPDI) technology, this conversion transforms existing M 32 and M 43 diesel engines to operate on up to 95% methanol or ethanol by volume. The site states up to 80% less greenhouse gas emissions, depending on fuel sourcing and blend level, and that the solution has been tested under realistic operating conditions.

Key features

  • HPDI-based conversion of existing diesel engines
  • Methanol or ethanol share of up to 95% by volume
  • Up to 80% GHG reduction, depending on fuel sourcing and blend level
  • Applicable to M 32 and M 43 engines

Applications

Retrofit of installed MaK M 32 and M 43 engines for alternative-fuel operation. A fuel blending solution has also received approval in principle, according to a news item on the site.

Specifications

Methanol/ethanol shareup to 95% by volume
GHG reductionup to 80%
Applicable enginesM 32, M 43

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