Compressed Natural Gas
Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) is a clean-air substitute for gasoline or diesel. As a natural gas, CNG is domestically sourced, further reducing our dependence on imported oil. Landfills and biologic waste also supply CNG through digesters and emission recapture, turning waste into fuel. CNG is typically stored and distributed in hard, sphere or cylindrical vessels at a pressure of 2,900 – 3,600 psi for optimal dispensing. This alt fuel is safer than other sources in the event of a spill as natural gas is lighter than air, and disperses quickly when released.
Currently, the United States has over 1,100 operational CNG service stations and hundreds more are planned for the near future. CNG stations can be found in almost every state with high population densities in addition to states having high levels of energy production. The alternative fuel industry forecasts an emergence of several major CNG transportation corridors across the nation. For more readily available fueling, there are 57 million homes heated by natural gas–a potential CNG filling point with the installation of a compressor.
Benefits
CNG costs up to $2.00 less per gallon than gasoline or diesel, depending on local markets. CNG is an extremely clean burning fuel and significantly reduces carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and nitrogen oxide compared to its gasoline counterpart. Compressed natural gas is typically less expensive than gasoline and the fuel price is also less volatile. With an octane rating of 130, CNG has the potential to optimize your engine’s thermodynamic efficiency by utilizing a higher compression ratio.
Considerations
CNG has slightly less energy than gasoline per unit volume. At 3,600 PSI, CNG occupies about 3.5 times the volume as gasoline does for the equivalent amount of energy; therefore a larger fuel tank is required to maintain the same range. Refueling time and ubiquity of station infrastructure are also factors to consider when converting to compressed natural gas.
Landi Renzo
Landi Renzo has been entrenched as mainstays in the alternative
fuel sphere by engineering some of the finest CARB and EPA certified
products in the industry. For 60 years and running, Landi Renzo has been
perfecting the components that transform clean, compressed natural gas
(CNG) into an alternative transportation fuel. This includes several
iterations of specifically designed fuel delivery and storage systems to
achieve the best possible result without sacrificing quality. South Bay
Ford has recognized Landi Renzo's philosophy as a reflection of their
own: Innovation-leading support of domestic energy dependence for a
cleaner environment. Together with GAS and South Bay Ford, Landi Renzo
continues to increase social consciousness of eco-friendly, sustainable
transportation.
Some of the main components
manufactured by Landi Renzo include a CNG pressure regulator that
effectively reduces fuel pressure down to a range of 50-150 psi. They
have also devised an internal regulator jacket—through which engine
coolant flows—to prevent extreme temperature fluctuations and prevent
CNG from freezing upon expansion. Fuel rails and injectors, too, are
crucial components in the performance of these systems and Landi Renzo
emphasizes the use of sensors to monitor structural efficiency. When it
comes to storage, only the highest levels of safety and reliability set
forth by industry protocols are accepted by Landi Renzo and South Bay
Ford. As a result, your commercial fleet remains a stalwart of
dependability for years to come.
Contact us now to find out more about how CNG can benefit your business, from environmental impact to economic return.
Contact us now to find out more about how CNG can benefit your business, from environmental impact to economic return.
Green Alternative Systems
Together,
Green Alternative Systems (GAS) and South Bay Ford continue to raise
the bar when it comes to compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel conversion
systems. Since 2006, GAS has been one of the biggest market presences in
the North American alternative fuel vehicle space. Shifting from a
primary focus on CNG fuel system conversions, the company is now
operating a handful of cutting-edge facilities in multiple locations
with thousands of successful system installations under their belt.
Today, South Bay Ford is pleased to work alongside Green Alternative
Systems to provide our commercial fleet customers with a high quality
alternative fuel solution.
Along with the
reassurance of safety and durability that GAS's extensive warranty
options deliver, their Ford Recognized Qualified Vehicle Modifier (QVM)
certification underscores a commitment to customer service that South
Bay Ford wholeheartedly supports. What's more, GAS's CNG conversions
meet strict FMVSS, EPA, and CARB compliance standards. As a result, your
original Ford warranty stays intact after the conversion process is
complete. Additionally, South Bay Ford and GAS have enlisted QVM
Alternative Fuel Developer/Installer Landi Renzo to carefully
manufacture each compressed natural gas system we use.
If
your fleet is ready to make the switch to CNG, simply contact one of
our Commercial Experts today and they will be happy to help.
Learn More About CNG:
North American Natural Gas Vehicle Incentive Programs
National CNG Incentives
State CNG Incentives
Warranty Information
Payback Calculator
CNG Frequently Asked Questions
Natural Gas Pricing
CNG Fueling Stations:
Clean Energy Station Locator
CNG Now! - Station Locator
CNG Prices - Station Locator
Alt Fuel Prices - Station Locator
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