In too many sectors of the economy, when something becomes worn out, the only options are disposal or sometimes recycling. But for worn-out heavy-duty diesel engines, owners do have options and a new life is just beginning thanks to the industry’s longstanding commitment to remanufacturing. Heavy-duty diesel engines power the majority of commercial trucks, marine vessels, railroad locomotives, as well as farm and construction equipment. They’re truly the workhorses of these sectors of the global economy designed with reliability and durability in mind. They’re built to last thousands of hours, or go hundreds of thousands of miles, and with this tremendous use comes normal wear and tear. Beyond routine maintenance, when an engine experiences higher oil consumption, loss of power or increased fuel consumption, it’s time for action.
Depending on the age and condition of the engine, an extended service or rebuild can replace major worn parts while the engine remains in the truck or machine, restoring performance to like-new. For other engines at the end of their useful lives, further repairs are not cost effective, but disposal is rarely considered. That’s because built into their design from the ground up is detailed consideration of the value throughout the full life cycle of the product.
Remanufacturing is a standardized industrial process by which worn out engines – the core engine components – engine block, heads and other components are returned to same-as-new, or better, condition and performance. The process is in line with specific technical specifications, including engineering, quality, and testing standards. The process yields fully warranted products. An industrial process is an established process, which is fully documented, and capable of fulfilling the requirements established by the remanufacturer.