Fuel Consumption Test for Diesel Generators

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1 BILKONSULT Cars & Tech Support Fuel Consumption Test for Diesel Generators Comparative test with Triboron performed on behalf of Triboron International AB March 2014

2 1 INTRODUCTION PURPOSE METHOD FUEL CONSUMPTION TEST TEST OBJECT TEST PROCEDURE FUEL AND TRIBORON ADDITIVE TEST RESULTS... 4 CONCLUSIONS... 5 APPENDIX... 6 TEST OBJECT... 6 FUEL SPECIFICATIONS... 8 TEST RESULTS (TABLES)

3 1 Introduction Triboron is a natural product derived from the chemical element boron (symbol B and atomic number 5). It is similar to carbon in its capability to form stable covalently bonded molecular networks. It has extremely good lubricant qualities and boric acid bonds with metal. Also, crystalline boron is chemically inert and resistant to attack by boiling hydrofluoric or hydrofluoric acid. However, elemental boron is rare and poorly studied because the material is extremely difficult to prepare. Most studies so far therefore involve samples that contain small amounts of carbon. It is only recently that the problem has been solved and Triboron International AB has discovered through extensive research how the properties of boron can be used. Triboron is unique since one has succeeded to dissolve boron into a clear liquid with a very high concentration of boron. The fluid is stable and does not drop out and it can easily be added to fats, oils and fuels in order to receive economical, mechanical and environmental savings. Both the boric acid and the substances used to form Triboron are completely environmentally harmless and biodegradable. When Triboron has been added in, for instance a fuel, the heat created by friction results in the creation of boric acid that starts to interact with the metal surfaces, forming a solid-lubricant boundary layer that only requires small amounts of refills to maintain its permanent perfection. In order to establish a more comprehensive image of Triboron s effect on fuel consumption, a comparative fuel consumption test has been performed on a diesel generator set by Bilkonsult Cars & Tech Support AB. This Swedish firm is a test support and analysis company with extensive experience in the fuel consumption testing area. The test was performed on behalf of Triboron International AB, but without any involvement during the test and data collection process. 1.1 Purpose The purpose of the comparative fuel consumption test was to establish and measure the effect of the additive Triboron on diesel generators. 1.2 Method Two generator sets, placed indoors, were tested in three different operating cases where 80 % (9 kw), 50 % (6 kw) and 30 % (3 kw) of the generators maximum capacity was utilized. The load which consisted of ventilators on maximum effect was constant during all three cases for both generators. The power outputs were monitored continuously during the testing time. 2

4 2 Fuel Consumption Test 2.1 Test Object The test objects were two Atlas Copco QAX (50 Hz) generator sets (for further specifications, see appendix). 2.2 Test Procedure The test was conducted in two steps. In each step the generators were tested at 80 % (9 kw), 50 % (6 kw) and 30 % (3 kw) of their maximum capacity during five hours. The first step was run without Triboron and the second step with Triboron. Both generator sets were placed indoors in order to secure the same external conditions. 2.3 Fuel and Triboron Additive The generator uses diesel as fuel. For all fueling, diesel from Preem has been used, see appendix for further specifications. The Triboron additive was delivered directly from the manufacturer and added according to instructions. The level of blend is one part Triboron per thousand parts of fuel. 1:

5 3 Test Results The test shows a reduction in fuel consumption for both generators in the second step of the test procedure (with Triboron). Generator 1 Generator 2 Difference in liters/hour Difference in liters/hour % between step 1 and 2 between step 1 and 2 % 80 % (9 kw) - 0,27-9,75% - 0,40-11,90% 50 % (6 kw) - 0,12-5,66% - 0,21-9,37% 30 % (3 kw) - 0,16-10,46% - 0,26-15,38% Average - 0,18-8,57% - 0,29-11,93% 4

6 Conclusions The additive Triboron had a reducing impact on the fuel consumption for both tested generator sets. The test also indicates a larger effect when the generator is run on high (80 %) capacity or low (30 %) of capacity. 5

7 Appendix Test object 6

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9 Fuel Specifications 8

10 Test Results (tables) Generator 1 (Atlas Copco QAX 12) Reference test: Date: Hours: Total Consumtion (liters): Consumtion /hour (liters): Comment: Air pressure Temp Hygromet ,85 2,77 80% Power (9 kw) c 38% ,60 2,12 50% Power (6 kw) c 37% ,65 1,53 30% Power (3 kw) c 38% Average: 2,14 Test with Triboron: Date: Hours: Total Consumtion (liters): Consumtion /hour (liters): Comment: Air pressure Temp Hygromet ,50 2,50 80% Power (9 kw) c 36% ,00 2,00 50% Power (6 kw) c 38% ,85 1,37 30% Power (3 kw) c 35% Average: 1,96 Difference liters/hour (80%) - 0,27-9,75% Difference liters/hour (50%) - 0,12-5,66% Difference liters/hour: - 0,18 Difference liters/hour (30%) - 0,16-10,46% - 8,57% Generator 2 (Atlas Copco QAX 12) Reference test: Date: Hours: Total Consumtion (liters): Consumtion /hour (liters): Comment: Airpressure Temp Hygromet ,80 3,36 80% Power (9 kw) c 38% ,20 2,24 50% Power (6 kw) c 37% ,45 1,69 30% Power (3 kw) c 38% Average: 2,43 Test with Triboron: Date: Hours: Total Consumtion (liters): Consumtion /hour (liters): Comment: Airpressure Temp Hygromet ,80 2,96 80% Power (9 kw) c 36% ,15 2,03 50% Power (6 kw) c 38% ,15 1,43 30% Power (3 kw) c 35% Average: 2,14 Difference liters/hour (80%) - 0,4-11,90% Difference liters/hour (50%) - 0,21-9,37% Difference liters/hour: - 0,29 Difference liters/hour (30%) - 0,26-15,38% - 11,93% 9