Latest Trends and Technologies for Outreach VehiclesKim Jones & Michael Swendrowski

Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services Conference

October 10-12, 2012

Richmond, VA

Lean and Green! Smaller vehicles Hybrid and alternative fuels Eco-friendly “Green” features

Smaller VehiclesChoices are on the way!

Fiat Ducato European roots Rear wheel drive May fall under Ram brand Due 2013

Ford Transit Jumbo Also European Replacing Econoline van US debut expected 2013

Mercedes-Benz/Freightliner Sprinter Proven US track record Current supply issues with bus

version

Sprinter Bookmobiles

Efficient Design

Efficient Design

Hybrid and Alternative FuelsViable options.

Hybrid Drivelines

Mendocino County

Rochester PL

Diesel electric Electric to 34mph 25% fuel improvement Available to 30,000lbs GVWR

Hydrogen Fuel Cells Several attempts over years Resurgence with new natural gas

reserves Infrastructure expected to grow

significantly in next 5 years UPS Sprinter in operation since

2003

Clean Diesel Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD)

current standard – since 2010 90% reduction in pollution since

2006 Particulate matter at near-zero

levels Diesel has always been more

efficient than gasoline

Bio-diesel B5 (5%) acceptable in most diesel

engines Some approve to B20 (20%) Can be made from vegetable oils,

animal fats, or recycled restaurant greases

2% lower fuel economy for B20 (10% lower for B100)

Green TechnologiesIn high demand!

Solar 120-140 watts per panel Charges batteries for both DC and

AC power (with inverter) Can be retrofitted Virtually zero maintenance!

Inverters Reduces generator run time Clean & quiet source of power Onan Hybrid Power Systems discontinued

Eco-friendly Finishes Cork flooring Bamboo flooring Recycled carpets Low VOC plywood

Lightweight Materials Aluminum bodies and wheels

Less weight (and corrosion)

Aluminum shelving 700lb. typical weight savings

Thinner substrates ½” vs. ¾” = 22lbs per 4x8 sheet

10% weight reduction = 5% fuel efficiency gain

LED Lighting Costs have dropped

Nearly “standard”

Warmer light frequency Very efficient

Natural Lighting Skylights Windows Light color choices

Thank you!Have a wonderful conference!

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