Gates Unveils New System Solutions That Increase Fuel Efficiency and Reduce Emissions

Denver, CO. – Gates Corporation, long known as the largest non-tire rubber company in North America, demonstrated today the first, new complete system solutions in their Energy Saving product line for US Senator Ken Salazar (D-CO) at Gates Headquarters in Denver.

“I am working to decrease America’s dependence on foreign oil and alleviate the burden of soaring energy costs. Fuel efficiency and emissions solutions like the ones Gates has shown me today will help achieve that goal. I applaud Gates for their commitment to working towards a less dependent and more sustainable energy future for our Nation,” stated United States Senator Ken Salazar.

Gates showcased the following complete energy and emission reducing systems in their new Energy Saving product line.

The CabRunner^TM Integrated Power System reduces fuel use and emissions by eliminating the need for semi-truck drivers to idle their engine while sleeping during a long-haul trip in order to power cab accessories such as air conditioning, heat and lights. Every year more than 960 million gallons of diesel fuel is consumed due to idling. The CabRunner™ Integrated Power System can reduce this idling fuel consumption by 60% and greatly reduce the idling emissions. The CabRunner unit is currently available for aftermarket sale.

A second simple solution Gates unveiled for reducing fuel consumption in passenger vehicles is the Gates E3 Drive™ technology. The two-speed drive system allows accessories such as the air conditioning compressor and alternator to operate at idling speed, where fuel is used most efficiently by these accessories, while the engine still operates at drive speed. The driver will not notice a difference in the vehicle operation but will see their fuel consumption reduced by 5% or more. This energy saving solution is compatible with other fuel consumption reduction technologies and Gates is working with truck and auto manufacturers to implement the Gates E3 Drive™. It is also a simple aftermarket solution easily added to today’s vehicles.

A third solution showcased in Gates energy-saving line reduces both fuel consumption and emissions; the Gates Electro-Mechanical Drive™ (EMD) stop/start technology for hybrid cars. Independent studies have shown fuel savings of 6 – 10%, depending on the application, and more than 20% savings in urban traffic. The EMD system will be used in the 2007 Saturn Vue and 2007 Chevrolet Malibu.

Other technologies and products to meet new fuels and emissions standards were also introduced including Gates Hybrid Hydraulic technology and Gates diesel hose product line.

“Gates is very proud to continue their record of excellence by adding these energy saving technologies. These innovative solutions are offered to enable our customers to be more successful in meeting energy and environmental objectives, and fit within our Gates Powertrain Enterprise Objectives focused on energy, environment, cost reduction and performance. 

We recognize the importance of energy consumption reduction and are looking to do our part to help. We plan to continue developing energy saving and pollution reduction technologies for today’s vehicle designs and equipment so they can be deployed now,” stated Marco Moran, President, Worldwide Power Transmission Division. 

For more information about these products or photos of the products please visit www.Gates.com/Energy

 Gates Corporation is part of the Industrial and Automotive division of Tomkins plc, a global   engineering group listed on both the London and New York stock exchanges, and with revenue of £3.2bn in 2005. Tomkins plc has over 37,000 employees worldwide and enjoys strong market positions and technical leadership, and owns some of the best-known brands in their respective markets.