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Garsite's multiple chassis options
includes a cost-effective narrow-body
unit built on a Charlatte electric
tractor.
" We have made many chassis
advancements since we first
launched our electric units in 1999,
with the largest being improvements
to the battery packs and battery
management, " Bosserman says.
" Charging solutions have greatly
improved as well. We continue to
monitor chassis advancements and
look for ways to further improve our
electric designs. "
Garsite's Electric Hydrant Dispensers
support fueling for all series of
aircraft up to the Boeing 777-9 and
Airbus A380.
And with an integrated solar-powered
system, additional benefits can
be achieved.
" The integrated solar-powered
system helps isolate the electrical
requirements for the pumping
system and extends the life of the
battery pack between charges, "
Bosserman says.
Additional standard features
include hydrant coupler, filter/monitor,
deadman control, pressure controls,
meter, single wrap fueling hose reel,
fueling hose, underwing nozzle, wraparound
style inlet hose, product recovery
tank and aluminum piping.
Compliant with all NFPA 407 codes
GARSITE
and ATA-103 requirements, the
hydrant dispensers include safety
features such as a manual rewind
static reel with a 50-foot cable and
clip, a brake interlock system, emergency
shut down system and a fire
extinguisher.
Currently Garsite has units in
operations in multiple locations
across the United States, Canada,
South America, the Caribbean and
Southeast Asia. Feeback from these
customers has been positive, according
to Bosserman.
" The electric units offer reliable
operation and lower maintenance
costs, compared to an internal
combustion engine unit, " he says.
" Many customers have had to develop
new policies for stationing and
charging the vehicles as well as
working with their local fire marshal
to ensure policies are developed for
daily operation. "
To select fueling equipment
appropriately for a given operation,
GARSITE
Garsite's Electric Hydrant
Dispensers support fueling
for all series of aircraft
up to the Boeing 777-9 and
Airbus A380.
Bosserman recommends specifying
component brands, registration and
connectivity features, flow rate, fueling
platform type, and position when
making a purchasing decision.
" Consider driving conditions, range
and charging options when deciding
between electric and internal combustion
engine vehicles, " Bosserman
adds. " For the fueling system, consider
local regulations and standards,
aircraft types to be serviced and personnel
familiarity. "
What's more, extreme cold and hot
weather can affect battery performance
without the proper modifications,
Bosserman advises.
" Electric chassis units will require
downtime for charging, so you must
look at flight schedules and travel
distance to ensure electric units
work for your operation. "
To keep units in good working
conditions, regular preventative
maintenance (PM) schedules and
inspections should be adhered to, in
addition to battery charging.
" Selecting the proper equipment
Garsite's hydrant dispenser offers a fully self-contained and
maintenance-free pressure control system, which does not require
an external air source, electrical source or nitrogen source.
can lower maintenance costs, reduce
equipment downtime and, over
time, make fueling operations more
efficient and profitable, " Bosserman
concludes.
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