Following its participation at the 2020 edition, at which the Cursor X 4.0 Power Source
Concept was presented, FPT Industrial has turned that inspiration into concept solutions that combine open innovation, electrification, and the inclusion of start-ups to design its energy transition path. In line with this approach, the brand’s new 2200 sq ft stand (booth #9643 North Hall) is divided into four Innovation Areas dedicated to the latest projects for its on-road, off-road, marine, and power generation engines and systems.

FPT Industrial shares its exhibition space with the start-ups that took part in the development of the presented innovations, further evidencing its strategy focused on continuous innovation and on taking solutions to the next level.

On-Road Innovation Area – Commercial transport runs on electric

FPT Industrial is responding to the crucial challenges of transport sustainability, energy
transition, and CO2 emission reduction with a complete range of innovative products.
In line with its multi-application, multi-power, and modular range, at CES 2022 FPT Industrial is showcasing two e-axles and a battery pack with a Battery Management System customized to meet customer needs. Designed to fully integrate all ePowertrain elements in a compact solution to easily house both the commercial load and the battery packs, the new e-axles, one for heavy-duty trucks and the other for LCVs, will guarantee outstanding performance and reliability according to the mission application.

The integrated electric axle is suitable for heavy-duty, 4×2 / 6×2 articulated 44-ton GVW
(Gross Vehicle Weight). Delivering high performance (840 kW) and outstanding efficiency, the e-axle for HCVs (Heavy Commercial Vehicles – Class 8 Trucks) has been developed thanks to a joint venture between Nikola, IVECO, and FPT Industrial for the version of the Nikola Tre BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle). In December 2021, pre-series Nikola Tre BEVs were delivered for use on public roads hauling customer freight, with production scheduled to start in 2022. FPT Industrial’s HCV e-axle also features in the recently unveiled FCEV (Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle) prototype of the Nikola Tre FCEV, planned to begin production in Ulm (Germany) in late 2023. FPT Industrial’s high-performance, reliable, and top-quality ePowertrain range is completed by state-of-the-art energy storage and management solutions.

In collaboration with Microvast, a Texas-based company and market leader in ultra-fast-charging, long-life battery power systems, FPT Industrial has started internal battery pack
development and production. The 37 kWh version on display at CES 2022 is the compact
design version for light commercial vehicle and minibus applications, featuring a multipack
option for both goods and people transport missions.

FPT Industrial’s commitment to high-performance and reliable electrification solutions is
completed by its range of cutting-edge Battery Management Systems, customized to get the longest battery life according to mission requirements, thanks to the acquisition of Potenza Technology.

Off-Road Innovation Area – The world’s first grape harvest with a carbon-neutral tractor

What’s new in a winery founded in 1858 by the first king of Italy? The partnership between
FPT Industrial and Fontanafredda, a historic winery located in the Langhe Region
(Piedmont, Italy), will result in a more eco-friendly Barolo cru wine cultivation thanks to an
innovative 100% sustainable concept tractor fitted with FPT Industrial’s F28 Natural Gas
engine. In 2021, the first prototype New Holland TK Methane Power crawler tractor was delivered to the Fontanafredda vineyards.

Powered by the F28 NG engine running on biomethane, this is the first crawler tractor enabling CO2 net-zero vineyard operations ever used for the production of a Barolo cru, permitting an important step towards sustainable wine production and representing a ready-now solution for the energy transition in agriculture.

Named “Engine of the Year 2020”, the F28 engine that powers the tractor operating on the Fontanafredda estate ensures a carbon footprint of zero since it is fueled by biomethane, a renewable energy source produced by the anaerobic digestion of agricultural waste, representing the main enabler of the circular economy in agriculture. On this tractor, the F28 NG provides a power output of 75 hp with a peak torque of 360 Nm, ensuring the same performance as diesel.

A three-year partnership between FPT Industrial, New Holland, and Fontanafredda is
supported by the Region of Piedmont, which funds the collaboration between FPT Industrial
and local business for the “Tobias” project, an acronym for biomethane traction for a circular production chain in specialized agriculture.

The cornerstone of the whole project is the F28 engine and the choice of biomethane to
power the TK Methane Power tractor, which is now operating in the famous Vigna La Rosa
cru, renowned for producing a Barolo included in the Wine Spectator Top 100.
While the Barolo wine harvested with the first emissions-free tractor is aging in Fontanafredda cellars and we wait to taste this unique wine, FPT Industrial natural gas engines for agriculture are available now, the most feasible solution currently on the market to tackle the global challenges of climate change.

Marine Innovation Area – FPT Industrial powering startups

Can more than 100 years of expertise and technologies dialogue with future tech to
start a revolution in marine propulsion? This is the starting point of the collaboration
between FPT Industrial and the startup Sealence, which, together at CES 2022, are
presenting a totally new and extremely innovative Hybrid Electric Marine Propulsion
System Concept for pleasure and commercial vessels.

As in the case of Potenza Technology, acquisitions and collaborations with startups accelerate FPT Industrial’s innovation, while taking new experimental solutions to the next level. The FPT Industrial N67 570 EVO engine is coupled with a variable speed permanent magnet electric generator used as a range extender to re-charge the battery pack. The range extender and battery work together to provide maximum energy to the electric DeepSpeed Hydrojet developed by startup Sealence.

The core of the revolutionary Hybrid Electric Marine Propulsion System Concept is the DeepSpeed Electric Hydrojet. Designed like a plane’s jet engine, through an integrated electric motor it sucks the water from the front and pushes it from the bow side to propel the boat.

A modern take on a more than 100-year-old technology, the ICE dialogues with 30-year-old technology, the batteries, and together they interface with the future to create one of the most efficient, effective, environmentally friendly, and silent – when operating in full electric mode – marine propulsion systems.

The new Hybrid Electric system is entirely geared towards maximum efficiency, as well as
application modularity and flexibility. With the same amount of energy, the DeepSpeed Jet generates more thrust and speed compared to a prop system, while consuming less. Since there is no need for transmissions and axles, there is more available space on board, giving shipyards the opportunity to optimize boat design and internal layout.

The DeepSpeed Jet can be positioned directly under the hull or in sterndrive configurations.
By varying the number and size of battery packs and generators, boat propulsion
configurations can be customized according to their intended use: a mainly electric set-up is preferable for short-range trips, while long-range usage will require more generators and fewer batteries since during this kind of navigation the electric motor is powered by the ICE. FPT Industrial and Sealence are also developing a new generation of marine batteries,
featuring a filling technology to make them totally fireproof and safe.

Power Generation Innovation Area – Power and independence for farmers

Welcome renewable sources for Power Generation. Is this feasible? For farmers it
certainly will be, thanks to the Smart Hybrid Hub powered by FPT Industrial, the world’s
first variable speed low-pressure natural gas, hybrid, multi-mode, 100% FPT Industrial
genset concept.

This innovative solution is based on the first F28 variable-speed, low-pressure methane
engine for Power Generation, fueled by biomethane obtained by the anaerobic digestion of
agricultural waste and cattle slurry.

The engine is coupled to an FPT Industrial Hybrid Control Management system, featuring an open configuration with batteries and inverter equivalent, depending on the mission profile. The aim is to create a sustainable, carbon-net-zero circular economy, enabling farmers to become ‘Energy Independent’ from fossil fuels and able to generate additional
revenue streams from biomethane surplus sales.

FPT Industrial’s partner in this project is Bennamann Ltd., a fast-growing British agricultural
technology company in the field of clean energy specialized in the supply and production of
net-zero biomethane from organic waste. In addition to fueling the Genset, the biomethane produced on-site can be used to fuel natural gas-powered tractors, such as the FPT Industrial-powered 2022 “Sustainable Tractor of The Year” New Holland T6.180 Methane Power, and cars, while the surplus of both electricity and biogas can be fed to the national grid.

Visitors can see “inside” the Genset concept and, through the LED walls, watch the virtuous
cycle which, starting from agricultural production, leads to energy generation and finally
satisfies all the energy needs of both the farm and external users.

The hybrid multi-mode Genset concept can meet different customer needs with three main
operation modes. Designed for peak shaving with a high load response, the Boosting mode
sees the engine working at full steam and the battery pack stepping in to deliver an extra
buffer to satisfy the required energy peaks. The Touring model is focused on the durability of the whole system, with alternating operation between the engine and battery pack in order to optimize efficiency and preserve the lifespan of both components.

The full-electric Eco mode is designed for fuel consumption optimization and its autonomy at low load can be extended thanks to the modular battery packs. In comparison to standard gensets, the FPT Industrial Smart Hybrid Hub genset concept delivers a wider power range with a 30-40-60-80 kVA standard rating with just one generator, up to 20% lower fuel consumption, -22% engine displacement, and 2.5 times longer oil
change intervals vs diesel constant speed gensets.

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Innovating to discover increasingly efficient solutions for water management is a fundamental part of Caprari‘s core business. Thanks to its internal research and development division and production capabilities, the Modena-based industrial group is able to offer highly efficient and reliable products. Each new solution is designed to meet specific market demand in the most effective and technologically advanced way. With this objective in mind, Caprari internally develops exclusive patents aimed at improving the performance of its products.

Starting from the design stage, the company pays the utmost attention to all the measures that can improve the life of the product and has patented several devices like Defender, Easy Check, Sand-Out System, Smart-Fix System, ConnectoFlex, HT Coupling, and HT-High Trust Bearing that protect the pump and extend the product life cycle, reducing its environmental impact and overall costs for the end-user.

The MAC series Submersible Motors have significantly increased their performance thanks to the innovative HT-High Trust bearing, patented exclusively by Caprari (Caprari International Patent), with margins of tolerance that make the device extremely reliable in all conditions of use.  Today the HT-High Thrust bearing is present in MAC6 Submersible Motors as well as in the MAC8 and MAC10 larger-sized motors, both in cast iron and stainless steel version.

This special patent allows obtaining a more durable product and improved axial load resistance: Its performance provides the Motor with a structural oversizing with respect to the actual thrust that the wet end generates, even during operation transients. To achieve this result, the cage supports, and skids have been completely redesigned on new concepts. With the same dimensions, the HT thrust bearing withstands at least three times the load of a traditional Mitchell bearing.

Thanks to its exclusive and diversified know-how, Caprari provides complete solutions for every major water requirement, including collection from deep wells, wastewater and drain water lifting, water supply, and distribution for residential, industrial, and agricultural purposes and various water treatment applications. Innovation and reliability of exclusive products and services dedicated to the customer: these are the strategic assets that have always distinguished Caprari.

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With the lowest engine displacement in its power class, this model provides the highest power density and lowest footprint for its rated power output; its size results in reduced space required at the installation phase and lower operating costs, providing the most competitive offering in the marketplace.

“We have designed the C2750D5BE to be as flexible as possible to meet a wide range of customer requirements. The addition of the model to our portfolio builds on Cummins’ position as a market leader,”

said Sarah Griffiths, Director of Cummins Data Center Segment.

This new model is highly efficient with 100% load step capability – typically within 10 seconds, and availability up to and including ambient temperatures of 50˚C before de-rate, providing exceptional power for a 60L engine. In addition, voltage and performance options are designed to reduce runtime maintenance and improve fault redundancy resulting in the ability to perform whenever, wherever.

The C2750D5BE meets EPA Tier 2 emissions standards, designed to enhance air quality and reduce particulate matter to provide significant environmental benefits. In addition, the system enables comprehensive real-time fault detection and a fully integrated control system which enables the flexibility to respond and adapt to a variety of applications including data centers, commercial facilities, and manufacturing plants, while providing outstanding performance.

Cummins’ global distribution network consists of over 8,000 distributors and dealer locations globally. With one of the largest support networks in the world, Cummins can provide customers with the assurance that support is always available no matter their location.

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Founded in Chicago in 1950 by Eero Saarinen and Charles and Ray Eames, and currently managed by The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design and The European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies, Good Design remains the oldest and the world’s most recognized program for design excellence worldwide.

First presented at Tech Day 2018, Cursor X represents a symbol of how FPT Industrial conceives innovation: an engine concept “designed for Planet Earth”. Jointly developed by FPT Industrial’s team together with CNH Industrial Design Center, Cursor X is strongly identified by its four Ms: four main features that shape the architecture, logic, and operational mode of the power unit of the future.

Multi-power: any energy, and mission

The Cursor X concept would adapt to provide the most suitable solution for the customer’s business and mission, whether based on Natural Gas internal combustion, hydrogen fuel cell electric generation, or battery-stored energy.

Modular: one engine, customized performance

The power source concept would be the same size as an internal combustion engine, with a modular architecture that allows easy assembly, vehicle integration, servicing, and full scalability.

Multi-application: endless possibilities

Thanks to its wide range of options, the Cursor X is designed to supply energy for traction, auxiliary systems, implements, and PTOs to any kind of industrial vehicle or machine – from delivery vans to buses, from small dozers to crawler excavators, from specialty tractors to combines.

Mindful: introducing a new era

The power source concept has been designed to have self-learning capability and to provide a significant amount of information for further hardware and software design developments. It could be equipped with processors and sensors that recognize anomalies, analyze wear and tear and predict maintenance needs.

“We take enormous pride in receiving the 2020 Good Design Award. Designing a concept engine is really something special. It is completely reimagining the engine as we know it. Creating a clean robotic appearance that reflects the technology within. A wireless approach inspired by connectivity and how it can be applied to engine management. Beautiful yet functional. The award is a testament to the conceptual work done and to our ‘Leonardesque’ commitment to realizing innovative, ideas to illuminate our future. With Cursor X we can tune the powertrain solution to achieve a unique set-up for each mission, each vehicle, each machine. Thanks to its modular approach, the Cursor X is ready to become the protagonist in every mission, inspiring the next era.”

says David Wilkie, Head of the CNH Industrial Design Center.

“We are all more than happy that the 2020 Good Design Award jury recognized our unique engine concept ‘designed for Planet Earth’”, stated Egle Panzella, Brand Equity, Sustainability, and Heritage manager of FPT Industrial. “In the future, we can imagine the engine be part of the external body of the vehicle and it should be beautiful, not only performing. Cursor X is a new powertrain unit, capable of using any available and above all sustainable energy source. Cursor X can run on full Battery Electric. It can also be a Natural Gas Plug-in Hybrid powertrain and with the Hydrogen Fuel Cell you have 800 km autonomy for long haul heavy-duty missions.”

Since December 2020, FPT Industrial Cursor X power source concept is permanently exposed at Green Pea in Turin, the first green retail park in the world, of which FPT Industrial is one of the main partners.

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WAI continues to relentlessly meet the ever-changing needs of its customers in the heavy-duty market. This includes an unwavering commitment to be “first-to-market” with the latest and most complete coverage for 100% new heavy-duty starters. WAI’s complete line of starters is ideal for class one to class eight trucks and construction equipment.

WAI starters offer superior field quality. WAI starters boast a high standard of excellence and are tested for RPM, torque, voltage, and solenoid performance. Additionally, validation testing for all products includes endurance, humidity, power thermal cycling, vibration, salt spray, and thermal shock. New starters result in warranty rate reduction through extended field life of new units. Computerized test sheets are included in every box.

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In addition, as for all the engines of the KDI family in Stage V version, the management of the exhaust gas after-treatment system is extremely effective and intelligent, as it is characterized by very long average regeneration intervals and by the ability to regenerate the DPF, mainly in passive mode and in any case without any impact on engine performance or the driveability of the machine.

The extreme effectiveness of the after-treatment systems of KDI engines is also due to the fundamental idea on which this platform was developed; i.e. engines designed to have high-performance features with extremely efficient combustion, which makes it possible to fully comply with the limits of the strictest emissions regulations. The exhaust gas after-treatment system of the EU-Stage V versions is housed in a single compact and easy to install the module, with flexibility guaranteed by the possibility to customize the layout according to the installation on the machine.

The performance in the EU-Stage V version is even higher, to the point that the KDI 3404TCR SCR engine can reach 112 kW already at 1800 rpm, thus allowing it to work at low rpm with significant advantages in terms of noise and consumption.

The KDI 3404TCR-SCR not only offers advantages in terms of performance, size, and emissions. It also stands out for its architecture, such as the side power take-offs that flank the main and secondary power take-offs and are designed to make the KDI 3404 the ideal solution for manufacturers who want the maximum installation flexibility. Another unique feature of the KDI 3404TCR SCR is the counter-rotating shafts contained in the bedplate architecture, which provide excellent reduction of vibrations, thus guaranteeing operator comfort and the silent operation of the engine. Thanks to its characteristics, the KDI 3404TCR SCR engine is suitable for any type of off-road application, offering the maximum flexibility of installation and superior performance.

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There are almost no limits to the possible applications of the new camera family.

“It will prove its worth in small appliance construction, measurement technology, transport, and even agricultural applications,”

explains Jürgen Hejna, Product Manager at IDS. The cameras also show their strengths in classic industrial applications such as surface inspection. Thanks to their compact dimensions, the models fit into the smallest of spaces, for example as embedded vision solutions. The price-optimized design makes the cameras particularly interesting for applications where costs are the main concern. Therefore, the company also offers a large number of inexpensive lenses for the cameras.

All uEye XLE models feature a USB3 interface (SuperSpeed USB, 5 Gpbs) and are 100 percent GenICamcompliant. The cameras can be used with any software that supports the USB3 Vision Standard. For an optimal user experience, the company recommends the use of IDS peak. The free SDK includes all necessary components from source code samples to the transport layer so that customers can start developing their own applications right away.

Source: IDS

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Already a key component of CTT’s product catalog, the Series 800 Turbocharger takes a leap forward and has been revitalized to deliver significant improvements in performance, flow range, temperature capability, and seal robustness.

The Series 800 turbocharger has achieved its best-in-class results by introducing technological advancements like:

• High-Pressure Ratio Compressor
• Extended flow range
• Thin wall stainless steel compressor cover
• Lead-free bearings option
• High-temperature capable turbine housing option
• Improved seal and joint robustness

For the very first time, Cummins introduces the High-Pressure Ratio Compressor (HPRC) technology on Series 800 Turbocharger. This product architecture increases flow range capability by up to 25% and is optimized for pressure ratios of up to 6.5:1. These capabilities have allowed our customers to uprate engines by 20-40% without the need to move to a 2-stage architecture. Cummins has also enabled additional altitude capability for many applications. The HPRC offering also improves our production efficiency. These gains enable air handling architectures which have resulted in 5-7% BSFC improvements for existing applications during engine simulation work.

The new Series 800 Holset Turbocharger is available with a thin-walled stainless-steel compressor cover, enabling them to increase capacity without adding to our weight or space claim. They also offer lead-free bearings, high-temperature capable turbine housings, and have increased robustness of our joints and seals.

At Cummins, continued investment in research and development enables them to engineer new solutions for this market. They are currently in the development of an integrated electronic wastegate for optimal flow control as well as focusing on turbine stage efficiency improvement.

“We are excited to be offering new innovative technologies to increase the capability of the HE800 product line without needing additional space claim. We have been able to leverage our technical engineering expertise and advanced simulation analysis to provide critical air-handling features such as higher-pressure ratios and improved efficiencies while offering more product robustness,”

commented Brett Fathauer, Executive Director – Engineering and Research.

The performance results of the upgraded Series 800 Turbocharger have been met with enthusiasm from off-highway customers who describe the Holset product as “class-leading.”

The team at CTT has used the latest design practices to ensure this new product is superior to the competition and drives value for customers. The upgraded Series 800 Turbocharger is available now and caters to a wide range of off-highway customer applications including power generation, agricultural, mining, oil & gas, rail, construction, and marine.

“At CTT, we continuously work to improve our products for on- and off-highway customers. The new Series 800 turbo is a class-leading product that exceeds performance expectations and provides excellent value for our customers around the globe,”

commented Matt Franklin, Director – Product Management and Marketing at Cummins Turbo Technologies.

Source: Cummins

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This 6-cylinder engine ensures the IVECO S-WAY NP 460 a maximum power of 338 kW/460 Hp at 1,900 rpm and torque of 2,000 Nm at 1,100 rpm and diesel-like performance. The engine design not only provides reliability and a longer product lifecycle, but it’s also the only natural gas engine with 1,600-km autonomy and the new reference in consumption with 4.12 km per kg of gas.

Natural Gas (NG) is currently the most viable and low-cost sustainable solution, with FPT Industrial leading this segment with more than 55,000 engines sold worldwide. The Brand’s NG engines significantly reduce CO2 emissions whether with the compressed or the liquefied form of Natural Gas. They can also run on biomethane, bringing emissions down to almost zero.

Cursor 13 NG uses stoichiometric combustion and multipoint sequential injection, ensuring best-in-class fuel consumption and lower noise than Diesel. It can run on 100% CNG, LNG, or biomethane and delivers fuel cost savings vs. Diesel of up to 30-35%. To comply with emissions standards Euro VI Step D, this model relies on a simple three-way catalyst, without Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR). The Cursor 13 NG is the best alternative with low climate impact for long haul operations since it has been developed to meet high demands on performance and low operating costs without compromises durability.

The Sustainable Truck of the Year award, now in its fifth edition, was created by Italian specialized magazine Vado e Torno. The winners are selected by a jury panel of professional journalists based on the Sustainability Index introduced by Vado e Torno.

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The latest testament to this winning formula sees the Korean Ministry of Environment (KMOE) issue its first-ever South Korean Stage V Emissions Certificate for off-road machines equipped with FPT Industrial engines. This certification signals that such products can now be directly commercialized for the South Korean market.

This result is even more significant considering that the new emissions regulation implementation dates are respectively December 1, 2020 for Construction Equipment and July 1, 2021 for Agricultural Equipment. As such, FPT Industrial offers South Korean customers the opportunity to be more productive and sustainable than ever, well in advance of these regulations coming into effect.

Currently, the Certification includes the FPT Industrial NEF6 engine for Cash Crop Medium HD Tractors, Cash Crop Medium Long Wheel Base Tractors and Wheel Loaders. Further Certifications are in progress.

When issuing the Stage V certification, the KMOE also took the specific values and achievements of the HI-eSCR2 patented technology into consideration: the second generation of FPT Industrial’s exclusive after-treatment system. This technology integrates a Particulate Filtration System on an SCR module, which does not require vehicle modifications from the Stage IV solution. HI-eSCR2 ensures compliance with the Stage V emission regulations and offers many customer benefits.

Thanks to its integration, HI-eSCR2 does not compromise the visibility nor maneuverability of the vehicle and maintains the compactness of the engine. The after-treatment system ensures high productivity, a simple installation, high durability, maximized uptime, environmental sustainability, and reduced operating costs.

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