University of WA backs Fuel Saving Additive
The University of WA’s Centre for Petroleum, Fuels and Energy has recently confirmed a fuel additive’s
ability to deliver diesel fuel savings and engine performance improvements. The Centre’s director, Prof
Dongke Zhang, was commissioned by BHP Billiton (as part of their commitment to reduce carbon
emissions and energy use) to investigate the potential for using the FTC/FPC combustion catalysts in
diesel powered mining equipment.
This work follows an earlier evaluation at BHP Mt Keith Nickel mine, which demonstrated economic
savings in large Caterpillar rear dump trucks.
The FTC/FPC catalyst, as marketed by Brisbane based Cost Effective Maintenance, produces reductions
in fleet diesel use and Greenhouse emissions of 5-9%.
BHP Billiton used in excess of 1400ML of diesel Australia wide in 2007, which accounts for more than 5%
of Australia’s total diesel consumption. Prof Zhang pointed out that, “Any improvement in energy
efficiency of engines fuelled on diesel, will have significant implications in the nations sustainable energy
and economic development.” His paper is due to be presented in May, at the 7th Asia Pacific conference
on Combustion in Taipei.
Prof Zhang also pointed to other benefits of FTC/FPC use including,” reduced engine emissions, lowered
engine noise and much reduced carbon deposition in cylinders and fuel injectors, therefore easing
engine maintenance requirements”.
Further Information: Contact Brid Walker Ph 07 3376 6188 or brid.walker@costeffective.com.au
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