2010
First field test with CAT777
with CAT777 Mine Haul Truck (100 ton)
Mining
Decarbonize Your Mining Fleet with Dual Fuel Conversion
Save diesel costs, reduce carbon for CBAM, and lower GHG emissions
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The Opportunity
Switch to Cleaner Fuels for Your Mining Fleet
1
Maximize Fuel Savings
Reduce diesel costs and enhance engine efficiency with natural gas
2
Reduce Carbon Border Tax (CBAM)
Minimize carbon leakage across your mining operations
3
Extend Equipment Lifespan
Cleaner fuel means less wear and tear, and lower maintenance costs
4
Operational Continuity
Ensure uninterrupted mining, even during diesel shortages
AMERICAN TECH MADE IN INDIA
Breakthrough GFS Corp Partnership
Energeia has secured exclusive technology transfer rights from GFS Corp, the American inventor and patent-holder of advanced bi-fuel technology. This allows us to develop cutting-edge EnerGas kits using the most widely-tested LNG bi-fuel technology to cut mining emissions and costs.
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LNG Conversion Services
Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Partnership
Energeia has signed Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Construction and Mining Machinery as our exclusive distributor for Komatsu Engines after the completion of a successful pilot project at Tata Steel.
We’re offering comprehensive LNG conversion services for high horsepower engines – including sales, installation, support, and spare parts.
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GFS CORP
Technology Development Journey
2012
Larger Truck Installations
On CAT 793 B/C Mine Haul Trucks (240 ton)
2014
First Commercial Project
Converted 10+ CAT 793C Mine Haul Trucks (240 ton)
Electric Drive Haul Trucks Commissioned
Komatsu 830AC, 830DC, 930E Trucks
2015
New Trucks Converted
Converted 15+ Komatsu 930E,
830E, and CAT 793D Mine Haul Trucks
2017
New Mine Equipment Converted
CAT 785 B&D Haul Truck TEREX MT 4400 Haul Truck CAT 992 Wheel Loader
2020
Komatsu Compatibility Increased
Converted Komatsu 730 E and PC 4000 Excavator Trucks
2022
New Conversions: Hitachi & Komatsu
Komatsu HD785 Mine Truck Hitachi EX1200 Excavator
How Our Dual Fuel Kits Work
On-Board LNG Storage
LNG is safely stored in a durable, pre-assembled Fuel Storage Module designed for harsh mining environments and easy installation for longer refuelling cycles.
Engine Conversion
The EVO-MT® System enables LNG+Diesel operation without engine modifications, retaining diesel-only mode. It uses patented AGM technology for optimal diesel replacement with LNG.
Protection and Control
The EVO-MT® System's ECU dynamically controls the bifuel mode, ensures engine protection, and samples critical parameters like temperature and knock detection for reliability.
faqs
Diesel to LNG Conversion for Mining Fleets - FAQs
Is there any impact on engine durability when switching to gas?
The engine always operates within OEM limits, such as exhaust gas temperature, boost pressure, and air temperature. When gas is combusted, unlike diesel no solid particles are left over from the combustion process enabling cleaner operation requiring equivalent or lower maintenance. Engine power when operating on gas is comparable to diesel operations.
What is the maximum percentage of LNG allowed to be mixed with diesel?
Theoretically, a maximum 70% gas substitution rate or diesel displacement rate (DDR) is technically possible at 80% load. For mining operations, the overall average substitution rate is about 35-40%. The exact diesel displacement percentage depends on the duty cycle of the mine trucks, temperature of LNG during loading and engine health of the mine truck.
How much LNG is needed to replace one liter of diesel?
1.6 times. The calculation would be based on cost per energy per kcal/BTU. We can support customers in this calculation if required.
Does LNG storage have any operating temperature limits?
There is no impact of ambient temperature on Onsite LNG Storage or on Onboard LNG Storage system. The technology is designed to operate in both very high and very low ambient temperatures. LNG storage tanks are double walled storage tanks.
When gas mixes with air, is the pre-mix lean or rich?
The Air Gas Mixture is so lean that it would not combust even in the presence of an active flame.
If the air-gas mixture is so lean, how does it burn the combustion chamber?
The pressure of the Air Gas Mixture is increased during the compression stroke and the presence of a pilot fuel (diesel) allows the Air Gas Mixture to stroke.
Is LNG a clean fuel?
LNG is considered a clean fuel due to its high purity and its ability to burn entirely without residue. Switching to LNG can lead to an average 40% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from total hydrocarbon combustion.
What is the payback period for LNG substitution?
The payback period varies based on factors such as the price difference between delivered LNG and diesel, running hours, and the type and size of the truck(s).
Is LNG supply or storage within Energeia's scope?
LNG supply and storage is not supplied by Energeia. We do have partners, we can connect customers to these items.
Are there any success stories or case studies?
Our technology has been tested and developed in collaboration with GFS Corp. It has been tested on KOMATSU Proving Grounds in the USA. Applications include mining companies in the US, South America, and Russia.
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