Bloomfield, CT, USA – Jacobs Vehicle Systems™, the world’s leading supplier of heavy-duty diesel engine retarding solutions, announced today that it has developed the next generation of engine braking technology. This all new technology delivers 50% more power than traditional Compression Release Braking product and has been designated HPD to recognize the difference from traditional compression release technology.
In response to the global engine suppliers’ drive to provide higher power density engines for fuel economy, Jacobs’ engineers developed HPD. This new technology provides large displacement retarding power in small and medium displacement engines.
Traditional engine brake technology provides up to 100% of the engine’s rated power. The new Jacobs’ HPD Engine Brake can provide up to 150% of the engine’s rated power, while also reducing loads on the valve train. Originally designed for smaller displacement engines used in heavy duty applications, HPD can also maximize the performance of large displacement engines for applications requiring additional retarding performance.
The braking system, which will be launched globally at the Engine Expo in Stuttgart, Germany on May 17th, consists of two dedicated braking rocker arms and two collapsible bridges per cylinder. This configuration enables a second braking event to occur during each engine cycle, by deactivating the main intake and exhaust events via the collapsible bridges and actuating the two braking rockers to provide optimal braking. This new braking process provides for even stronger braking power at the low-mid range engine speeds, providing greater vehicle control, drivability and improved fuel economy.
About Jacobs Vehicle Systems:
Jacobs Vehicle Systems is a wholly owned subsidiary of Danaher Corporation (NYSE:DHR), and produces Jake Brake® brand engine retarders, valve actuation products and exhaust brakes for the commercial, military and recreational vehicle markets. Celebrating its 50th year anniversary this year, JVS has engineering and manufacturing facilities in Bloomfield, CT, USA and Suzhou, China and sales and support offices in Europe, Japan, Korea and China. Using its global footprint, JVS works with engine and vehicle companies around the world to provide retarding, valve actuation and other vehicle products that help their customers deliver products and services faster, and safer. Additional information is available at http://www.jacobsvehiclesystems.com
Contact: Paul F. Paré, Director, Marketing (860) 243-7643 or ppare@jakebrake.com
