The name says it all. The Variable Speed Blower adjusts traction motor blower speed to meet cooling requirements when a locomotive is in idle. The Variable Speed Blower offers fuel savings during idle by varying blower speed from fully off to fully on.
Features
Monitors locomotive to determine cooling required
Fuel savings through 50% auxiliary load reduction
Transparently integrated into locomotive control strategies
Benefits & Value
Up to .5% fuel savings depending on duty cycle and AESS
Increased blower life
Can be used in combination with other fuel savings solutions