V9_4/9/14. A new generation fuel saver

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1 V9_4/9/14 A new generation fuel saver

2 A new generation fuel saver Reduced fuel consumption. Operational improvement. Competitive edge. EcoRun TM is a locomotive performance system used to maximise energy efficiency by advising the driver of the optimal power notch setting to complete their haulage task. EcoRun TM features REAL TIME DRIVER ADVISORY SERVICE Track speed limits and current train speed profile Elevation/consist profile advising power and dynamic brake settings Current fuel/energy use BASED ON ENERGY USAGE Fuel use calculated from each locomotive using locomotive speed and time in notch calculations PRELOADED PORTABLE EcoRun TM TABLET PC DRIVER INTERFACE Interface required on lead locomotive only LOCOMOTIVE DATA INTERFACE AND 3G/SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS MODULES UGL BACK OFFICE NETWORK SUPPORT SERVERS ACCESSIBLE TO CLIENT CLIENT WEB ACCESS PROVIDES Fleet location (real time) Fleet train performance Assessment of operation Identification of certain maintenance issues MONTHLY PERFORMANCE REPORTING Fleet operation by location Fuel use - driver energy scorecard Driver deviations Trending information for fuel use, time stopped, speed and more Enables operators to evaluate data, devise and refine operational performance EcoRun TM is an innovative product developed by UGL which is unique to the international rail market. It can be used to support locomotive operator performance while improving both their cost and environmental performance. EcoRun TM can be fitted to any class of locomotive to assist the driver in obtaining optimal efficiency on any rail path. Locomotive and train data and up-to-date track inputs are loaded into UGL s patented simulation tool, Traper2 TM, which defines and designs the driving path required to optimise the haulage task. This information is used by EcoRun TM to provide the driver with instructions on how to optimise the locomotive s fuel consumption through a single plug and play tablet. This tablet can be mounted within the operator cab in a position that is suitable for safe operation of the locomotive. One of the key benefits of EcoRun TM is its versatility. Drivers can remove the EcoRun TM tablet from the lead locomotive at the completion of a run and transfer it to a new lead locomotive ready for the next journey. Due to its versatility, there is no requirement to have an EcoRun TM tablet per locomotive which saves cost during the capital purchase phase. EcoRun TM can provide near real time fuel usage data allowing the driver and operators to see the impact of their actions on the fuel usage of the locomotive. Targets consistency and optimal performance Driving habits and skill levels have a significant impact on fuel consumption. By following the EcoRun guidance, mean fuel use is less, combined with a tighter standard deviation fuel spread. 60% 50% Estimate EcoRun performance Actual fuel data EcoRun target performance 40% Probability (normed) 30% pre-ecorun driver 20% Typical driver fuel consumption spread +/-20% 10% Shift in mean fuel usage 0% Fuel consumption (L) EcoRun Product Brochure UGL 1

3 EcoRun TM Locomotive system EcoRun TM continually updates its simulation for any changes in operating conditions to provide the driver with the most up to date instruction. GPS SATELLITE 3G/4G NETWORK TRAIN MOUNTED WEATHER SENSOR (OPTIONAL) EcoRun TM locomotive interface and communication module Trainline notch input Interface with various locomotive signals Interface with web servers via 3G/4G (option of satellite connection) Interface with EcoRun TM tablet Wi-Fi or docking station EcoRun TM Locomotive Interface & Communication Module EcoRun TM tablet Cat5 (via dock) or Wi-Fi Driver Advisor Software Dock installed in operator cab with power Takes data from locomotive Interface Module for display on EcoRun TM tablet Sends data from EcoRun TM tablet to locomotive Interface Module for use at back office Automatically uploads temporary speed restrictions and train consist information EcoRun TM Tablet TRAIN LINE NOTCH INTERFACE SIGNAL 2 UGL EcoRun Product Brochure EcoRun Product Brochure UGL 3

4 EcoRun TM Driver advisory screen Improves driver performance by providing guidance on optimal settings throughout the journey REAL TIME POWER NOTCH, SPEED AND ELEVATION PROFILES SHOWING BOTH TEMPORARY AND PERMANENT SPEED RESTRICTIONS SETUP PAGE INCLUDES AUTOMATIC MANIFEST AND SPEED LIMIT UPLOAD 4 UGL EcoRun Product Brochure EcoRun Product Brochure UGL 5

5 EcoRun TM benefits Case Study OPERATOR Cost effective with typical pay back in less than 18 months Reduction in fuel use by 3% to 8% on each journey Reduced fuel and operational costs through optimisation of: Train consist configurations/loadings Route and operational options Assessment of reports for potential maintenance issues DRIVER Instantaneous fuel readout feedback with best Notch setting guidance Imminent track profile driver can plan ahead with EcoRun TM guidance Latest track restriction notification (when uploaded by fleet controllers) OPERATIONAL MANAGER Web portal for fleet manager to track fleet performance real-time/or post-trip analysis Reports on fuel use against a benchmark Minimum 3% and up to 8% in fuel reductions PROBLEM Traditionally train operators have had limited ability to access real time performance information directly from a train and combine this information with a driver advice system to enable them to operate their assets more effectively and efficiently. The inability of being able to access this train performance information in real time prevents the operator from acting quickly on performance and efficiency issues as they are encountered. SOLUTION The development of UGL s in-house simulation software package, Traper2, provided the platform for a driver advice system, now with faster processing capability, enables EcoRun TM to continuously provide path solutions to any train journey. PRODUCT EcoRun TM is a driver advice and communications platform that is able to connect to the web from the train and upload real time train performance data to a database in the cloud. EcoRun TM is self-correcting and utilises the ability of the driver to determine the most fuel efficient power notch setting available. EcoRun TM continuously monitors GPS location, locomotive power notch and fuel consumption throughout the train journey to provide the latest updated information to the driver via the cab mounted tablet. Load manifest information is provided by the operator by at the time of the train departure and is automatically uploaded into EcoRun TM. This ensures the load data is correctly entered and minimises any driver input. Temporary speed restrictions are also obtained directly from the track owner and automatically uploaded in the EcoRun TM application for that particular journey. This again eliminates the need for any driver intervention and ensures the latest TSR information from the track owner is available. Once underway the driver receives updated information on progress, performance and efficiency via the tablet. The progress and performance of the driver is able to be accessed by the operator via the web using the available uploaded data and reports to enable informed decisions. Reports include high level route dashboards that provide formatted real time data on fuel efficiency, driver adherence, trip time, stopped and moving time, driver efficiency score, load, distance travelled, loading and unloading periods. These reports are easily accessed and can be automatically scheduled to be ed to the operator. EcoRun TM has identified through trending data the presence of dragging brakes, poor driver decisions, high loading and unloading times, over loading conditions and unproductive periods where the train is stopped at signals or sidings. EcoRun TM has provided genuine fuel efficiency savings of between 3% - 8% by altering driver behaviour and identifying train performance issues where efficiencies can be gained. 6 UGL EcoRun Product Brochure EcoRun Product Brochure UGL 7

6 For further information Rod Morrison Head of Sales, Freight Level 8, 80 Dorcas Street South Melbourne VIC 3205 P: M: E: [email protected] CORPORATE OFFICE UGL Level 5, 40 Miller Street North Sydney NSW 2060 P: F: E: [email protected] 8 UGL EcoRun Product Brochure