Regulation makes diesel emission monitoring a growing priority

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For more information, please contact: 6 Warner Rd. Warner, NH 03278 (603) 456-2011 [email protected] Regulation Makes Diesel Emission Monitoring a Growing Priority An increasing number of federal, state and local rules regarding diesel engine emissions are making monitoring emissions increasingly important. Quality data logging equipment can help companies avoid running afoul of these new regulations. In recent years, various legislative bodies have taken a firm stand against harmful emissions from vehicles. California has passed some of the toughest laws in the nation regarding emissions. The federal National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Stationary Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines (RICE NESHAP) also increase the regulatory burden. To stay in compliance, companies that are reliant upon diesel engines need specific data logging software and hardware services in order to obtain the information they need to properly maintain their diesel engines. A quality data logger for monitoring diesel emissions will work with devices monitoring engine exhaust gas temperature, gas back pressure and RPMs, as well as a pressure sensor that keeps track of differential pressure across particulate filters. Monitoring this data will allow owners of the diesel engines to determine the right strategy for reducing diesel emissions, as there are several technologies available to accomplish this. Which method is appropriate depends on the engine's typical load and duty cycle, and the temperature of its exhaust gas, among other factors. A good data logging system will need a means of connecting to a computer to easily download data. An appropriate data logger for this application will also have the capacity to measure and record information over a period of one to four weeks. When seeking a solution for monitoring your diesel engine emissions, keep these parameters in mind. MadgeTech's highly trained technical sales staff can assist users in determining their specific needs and finding the correct data logger or logging system to implement. MadgeTech's data loggers are noted for their performance and reliability. MadgeTech offers users the option to demo or rent the device before making a purchase to assure that they have selected the correct data logger for their application. By obtaining quality, reliable information from a data logger, companies can make the adjustments and retrofits to their diesel engines necessary to comply with the law. As penalties for non-compliance can be costly, making the investment in good data recording equipment is a smart investment for diesel engine owners particularly businesses with fleets or commercial applications.

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For more information, please contact:

6 Warner Rd.

Warner, NH 03278 (603) 456-2011

[email protected]

Regulation Makes Diesel Emission Monitoring a

Growing Priority

An increasing number of federal, state and local rules regarding diesel engine emissions are making monitoring emissions increasingly important. Quality data logging equipment can help companies avoid running afoul of these new regulations.

In recent years, various legislative bodies have taken a firm stand against harmful emissions from vehicles. California has passed some of the toughest laws in the nation regarding emissions. The federal National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Stationary Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines (RICE NESHAP) also increase the regulatory burden.

To stay in compliance, companies that are reliant upon diesel engines need specific data logging software and hardware services in order to obtain the information they need to properly maintain their diesel engines.

A quality data logger for monitoring diesel emissions will work with devices monitoring engine exhaust gas temperature, gas back pressure and RPMs, as well as a pressure sensor that keeps track of differential pressure across particulate filters. Monitoring this data will allow owners of the diesel engines to determine the right strategy for reducing diesel emissions, as there are several technologies available to accomplish this. Which method is appropriate depends on the engine's typical load and duty cycle, and the temperature of its exhaust gas, among other factors.

A good data logging system will need a means of connecting to a computer to easily download data. An appropriate data logger for this application will also have the capacity to measure and record information over a period of one to four weeks.

When seeking a solution for monitoring your diesel engine emissions, keep these parameters in mind. MadgeTech's highly trained technical sales staff can assist users in determining their specific needs and finding the correct data logger or logging system to implement. MadgeTech's data loggers are noted for their performance and reliability. MadgeTech offers users the option to demo or rent the device before making a purchase to assure that they have selected the correct data logger for their application.

By obtaining quality, reliable information from a data logger, companies can make the adjustments and retrofits to their diesel engines necessary to comply with the law. As penalties for non-compliance can be

costly, making the investment in good data recording equipment is a smart investment for diesel engine owners particularly businesses with fleets or commercial applications.