MEDIA RELEASE PR35949
CuproBraze Technology Succeeds in Energy-Efficient Locomotives
NEW YORK, Sept. 3 /PRNewswire-AsiaNet/ --
International Seminar Announced for Advanced Heat Exchanger Technology
The International Copper Association announces that CuproBraze technology is uniquely
suited for cooling systems in locomotives. The technology has already proven successful in
diesel-engine and all-electric locomotive applications, both of which require large on-board
cooling systems. Heat exchangers built with this process provide excellent cooling efficiency
and durability.
Locomotives historically have relied on heat exchangers made with copper plates and round
brass tubes. Such plate-fin systems are extremely rugged and easy-to-clean yet serpentine fins,
also known as corrugated fins, are even more efficient than plate fins for heat removal.
CuproBraze radiators with rectangular corrugated fins deliver the level of reliability, cleanability
and long service life that is essential in locomotive applications.
More information on the use of CuproBraze technology in railroads applications is available
For more information about CuproBraze, contact the International Copper Association, +1
(212) 251-7245, or write to ICA at 260 Madison Avenue, 16th Floor, New York, NY 10016-2401.
Also see the website for the CuproBraze Alliance at www.cuprobraze.com. ICA is a member of
the CuproBraze Alliance.
Special Technology Seminar in Dubai
In recognition of the growing importance of rail transportation, the International Copper
Association will host a Special Technology Seminar on October 8, 2009 in Dubai, UAE. The
one-day seminar "Advanced Heat Exchangers for Locomotives and Heavy Equipment" is free-
of-charge to engineers and managers, especially from the Middle East, Africa, Europe and
India, who are interested in heat exchangers. The program includes distinguished speakers
from the manufacturer/supplier side as well as the OEM/design side with special emphasis on
applications to locomotives and off-road equipment. For event details and to register, please go
About ICA
The International Copper Association, Ltd. (ICA) is the leading organization for promoting the
use of copper worldwide. The Association's 38 member companies represent about 80 percent
of the world's refined copper output. ICA's mission is to promote the use of copper by
communicating the unique attributes that make this sustainable element an essential contributor
to the formation of life, to advances in science and technology, and to a higher standard of living
worldwide.
Contacts:
Harry Schmitz
+1 (516) 414-0698
hschmitz@kellencompany.com
Todd Costello
+1 (212) 297-2109
tcostello@kellencompany.com
SOURCE: The International Copper Association, Ltd. (ICA)
CONTACT: Harry Schmitz,
+1-516-414-0698,
hschmitz@kellencompany.com, or
Todd Costello,
+1-212-297-2109,
tcostello@kellencompany.com,
both for The International Copper Association, Ltd. (ICA)
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