PREHEATING
Temperature management is the basis of creating optimal operating conditions for engines and drive systems. As much as engines need cooling during operation, as much they should be preheated to an optimal starting temperature when inactive.
Depending on the engine and system type, the preheating process can be integrated in different ways. The engine block can be preheated as well as critical liquids.
Which kind of engine preheater or preheating system is best suited depends on different factors.
Different types of block heaters can be directly inserted into the engine block’s core holes. Coolant heaters heat the coolant to bring the engine to its required starting temperature. The heated coolant is circulated either by an integrated pump or by natural convection (thermosiphon effect).
Fuel and oil heaters heat the liquids directly in storage tanks, oil pans etc., to provide for failure free operation regardless of the ambient temperature.
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The benefits of engine heating
Protecting the engine
At its core, engine preheating is engine protection. Preheaters are key to bringing the engine and fluids to the temperature where they are best protected from wear.
Efficiency
Heating is an important part of the overall temperature management. Thermal control is key to prolong the engine’s service life. The same is true for liquids and batteries. They also have an optimal temperature for optimal function. Extreme temperatures or extreme temperature differences result in faster degeneration. The steadier temperatures achieved through heating preserve the liquids’ qualities and batteries’ charging capacity remains at high level.
Better for the environment
There are more environmental benefits than increased sustainability. Most fuel is consumed during engine start-up until it reaches its operating temperature. Consequently, a cold engine emits more harmful substances. Preheated engines consume less fuel and lower the overall engine emissions. It is simple: Engine preheating is beneficial for the environment.
Cost & time savings
A preheated engine being less sensitive to wear, less maintenance is required. Consequently, maintenance costs go down. Fuel costs are also reduced as a warm engine consumes less fuel. By preheating your engine, you eliminate the engine warm-up time. Full engine power is immediately available, saving time in all applications. In some applications such as emergency power supplies, sprinkler systems, ambulances, rescue services, etc. this is essential.
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