Globally, energy efficiency and light-weighting are key trends in the automotive industry. In this regard, how does WABCO help OEMs to make energy efficient and lighter vehicles?
OEMs are working towards making vehicles more energy and fuel-efficient. Taking a cue from which, WABCO has adapted smoothly to the changing dynamics and evolved technologically to be prepared for any situation/trend in the automotive industry.
For example, the Air Compressors from WABCO are air system solutions that are engineered for optimised performance with less energy consumption.
Light-weighting is another important aspect in the transportation sector. In order to address the Light weighting demands, WABCO offers PAN range of Air Disc Brakes (ADB) for commercial vehicles that not only improves the braking performance of the vehicle but also offers significant weight reduction. WABCO's PAN range of ADBs adapts patented single piston technology with optimized construction that helps to reduce weight by up to 25 kg per wheel for Heavy Duty vehicles. WABCO's PAN range of ADBs are light in weight as compared to competition. WABCO plans to localize ADB in India to make it cost competitive.
WABCO's door control system MTS2 is a modular door control system for buses. MTS2 system is an Electronic Control Unit (ECU) based door control system loaded with all safety features that meets global and Indian regulations. The system has lesser parts using one door control valve, which is integrated with all features. This reduces the number of joints thereby, eliminating air leakage in the system, which in turn helps to reduce air compressor duty cycle.
WABCO has developed and introduced a new range of Air processing system called Air Processing and Distribution Assembly (APDA). This comprises of one device, which does the function of Oil Separation, Drying, Regeneration, Pressure regulation and Distribution of air to the brake system of the vehicle. As compared to the Drying and Distribution unit (DDU) offered today by WABCO for Air processing, APDA comes with added features without increasing the weight. The system is more compact and offers robust performance across all vehicle platforms. It also has the option of additional filters called Air System Protector (ASP) filters that helps to remove oil / aerosol content completely from compressed air delivered to the brake system. MTS2 and APDA are yet to be launched by WABCO in the Indian market.
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