Monday, June 27, 2005
Erling Skaar
Gen Tech
250 NW 39th St, Suite 5
Seattle, WA 98107
Dear Erling:
Thanks for inviting me on the F/V North American sea trial last Thursday, June 23rd. The fuel savings achieved with the Gen Tech system were quite phenomenal. Here's what we documented:
955 RPM
24.5 - 25.0 GPH with the Gen Tech system engaged with 19 kW
24.7 - 25.2 GPH without the Gen Tech system engaged
1050 RPM
34.0 - 34.5 GPH with the Gen Tech system engaged with 40 kW
34.5 - 35.0 GPH without the Gen Tech system engaged
1150 RPM
44.5 - 45.0 GPH with the Gen Tech system engaged with 58 kW (84% efficiency)
44.2 - 44.7 GPH without the Gen Tech system engaged
1230 RPM
57.5 - 58.0 GPH with the Gen Tech system engaged
56.5 - 57.0 GPH without the Gen Tech system engaged
Conclusion: There was no marked increase in fuel consumption with the Gen Tech system engaged except at 58 kW. Even at this level, the increase in fuel consumption was nominal.
Starboard auxiliary engine fuel consumption readings:
4 GPH at 19 kW with 1 pump online
5 GPH at 40 kW with 2 pumps online
8 GPH at 58 kW with 80% load
By eliminating the need for an auxiliary engine to run the vessel's electrical system, the fuel savings achieved with the Gen Tech system are quite substantial. Furthermore, another huge benefit is the reduction of NOx emissions by 45 to 50%. Gen Tech customers have the potential of saving thousands of dollars in fuel costs and reducing emissions by incorporating your product into their operation.