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Yanmar and Premier League Team Manchester United Release Collaboration Video

November 7, 2017
Yanmar Co., Ltd

Yanmar and Manchester United collaboration video concept image

Yanmar Co., Ltd. will release a collaboration video with official global partner Manchester United on November 7.

Yanmar has actively participated in soccer sponsorship as we believe in contributing to the realization of a society that provides exciting experiences that are both spiritually rich and emotional through not only the development of its technology-based business activities, but also through initiatives to support the development of future generations and fostering culture. Since our 100th anniversary in 2012, Yanmar has maintained agreements with leading Premier League team Manchester United as an official diesel engine partner and official agricultural equipment partner.

Yanmar "YT359" tractors have been employed for groundskeeping maintenance of Manchester United's training facility (Aon Training Complex) since the beginning of the 2017/18 season. This video shows how the Yanmar tractors keep the grounds used daily by the Manchester United players in the best condition, which in turn helps keep the Manchester United players in their best condition so they can entertain fans their exciting plays.

Going forward Yanmar will continue to work towards the realization of "A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE" in a society that provides exciting experiences that are both spiritually rich and emotional.

■Yanmar and Manchester United Collaboration Video

＜About Yanmar＞

With beginnings in Osaka, Japan in 1912, Yanmar was the first ever to succeed in making a compact diesel engine of a practical size in 1933. Moving on, with industrial diesel engines as the cornerstone of the enterprise, Yanmar has continued to expand its product range, services, and expertise to deliver total solutions as an industrial equipment manufacturer. As a provider of small and large engines, agricultural machinerys and facilities, construction equipment, energy systems, marine, machine tools, and components — Yanmar’s global business operations span seven domains.
On land, at sea, and in the city, Yanmar’s Mission of “providing sustainable solutions focused on the challenges customers face, in food production and harnessing power, thereby enriching people’s lives for all our tomorrows,” stands testament to Yanmar’s determination to providing us with “A Sustainable Future.” For more information, visit Yanmar Co., Ltd. at its global website at https://www.yanmar.com/global/about/.

Flex0Fold

YANMAR ACQUIRES LEADING SAILBOAT PROPELLER MANUFACTURER FLEXOFOLD

Almere, Netherlands – December 5, 2017 

YANMAR officially announces that it has reached an agreement on the acquisition of 100% of the shares in Flexofold ApS (“Flexofold”). Flexofold, located in Denmark, is a global leading developer and manufacturer of superior low-drag folding propellers for sailboats and multihull yachts. With Flexofold, YANMAR further expands and strengthens its position in the recreational marine industry.  

Shiori Nagata, President of YANMAR Marine International (YMI): “Flexofold is a great company and we are pleased to announce that Flexofold is joining the YANMAR Group. Flexofold and YANMAR are both leaders and strong brands in their respective segments in the recreational marine industry. Together, we will be able to further expand and strengthen our product offerings to sailboat builders, distributors and ultimately sailboat end-users.”  

Flexofold was established in 1992 by dedicated navigator Jack Skrydstrup, who started developing high-quality folding propellers after many years of experience in hydrodynamics.  

Jack Skrydstrup, founder of Flexofold: “We are very proud to join the YANMAR Group. The strategic fit between Flexofold’s sailboat propellers and YANMAR’s recreational marine products, including their marine engines, is obvious. Moreover, we share the same entrepreneurial spirit and being part of YANMAR is an excellent move for Flexofold to continue and accelerate its ambitions as a global premium sailboat propeller provider.”  

Flexofold will continue to operate from Denmark, maintaining its own distinct brand identity. Jack Skrydstrup, founder of Flexofold, will remain employed at Flexofold as special adviser focusing on R&D and product development.  

ABOUT 

Flexofold designs, develops, manufactures and distributes superior low-drag folding (shaft drive and saildrive) propellers for sailboats and multihull yachts. All Flexofold propellers are manufactured in Denmark in Flexofold’s single-purpose factory, equipped with modern CNC equipment and robot technology.Due to a flexible production set-up, Flexofold is able to manufacture and ship its products within a few days. Among others, Flexofold sells its propellers to well-known global boat builders. More information:

ABOUT  

With beginnings in Osaka, Japan, in 1912, YANMAR was the first ever to succeed in making a compact diesel engine of a practical size in 1933. Moving on, with industrial diesel engines as the cornerstone of the enterprise, YANMAR has continued to expand its product range, services, and expertise to deliver total solutions as an industrial equipment manufacturer. As a provider of small and large engines, agricultural machinery and facilities, construction equipment, energy systems, marine engines, machine tools and components, YANMAR’s global business operations span seven domains. On land, at sea, and in the city, YANMAR’s mission of “providing sustainable solutions focused on the challenges customers face, in food production and harnessing power, thereby enriching people’s lives for all our tomorrows,” stands testament to YANMAR’s determination to provide us with “A Sustainable Future.” More information: 

ABOUT YANMAR’S RECREATIONAL MARINE BUSINESS UNIT

One of YANMAR’s business units is the Recreational Marine business unit. This unit is headquartered in Almere (Netherlands) and consists of the companies YANMAR Marine International B.V. (“YMI”), VETUS B.V. (“VETUS”), Mastry Engine Center LLC (“Mastry”), Flexofold ApS (“Flexofold”) and multiple regional sales offices. YMI is a top-tier provider of sailboat & small craft engines, powerboat engines, light-duty commercial engines, propulsion & maneuvering systems and spare parts. VETUS is an internationally operating company providing marine engines, generators and technical equipment for recreational marine craft and small commercial vessels. Mastry is a provider of engineering, service repower and parts covering a wide range of marine engine, powertrain and equipment applications. Flexofold designs, develops, manufactures and distributes superior low-drag folding (shaft drive and saildrive) propellers for sailboats and multihull yachts. 

Cummins QSK 38

CUMMINS TO FEATURE EPA TIER 4 QSK38 CLEAN DIESEL ENGINE AT INTERNATIONAL WORKBOAT SHOW

20 November 2017

CHARLESTON, S.C. – Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) announced today the new U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Tier 4 solution for its marine QSK38 engine with cleaner emissions and improved warranty. The QSK38 is being paired with the industry-leading Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system designed and manufactured by Cummins Emission Solutions. Engines will be available in 2019 for marine customers operating in the U.S. offshore oil and gas, commercial transport, passenger transport and commercial fishing industries.

Cummins engines have used SCR technology since 2006 and there are now more than one million units in the field. The QSK38 with the Cummins aftertreatment will be on display in New Orleans, La. during the 2017 International WorkBoat Show, November 29 through December 1.

“Cummins mission is about making lives better by powering a more prosperous world and that means improving the environment and delivering the best products that our customers can rely on for work and play,” said Jim Schacht, Executive Director – Cummins Global Marine Business. “We know marine customers want the best value, quality and environmentally-friendly power solutions and that is what Cummins is firmly focused on bringing to them. We are thrilled to bring a proven technology to the marine market that embodies our mission and values. We have more than ten years of experience integrating SCR technology in both on-highway and off-highway equipment, which enable this clean and efficient technology to be brought to our customers seamlessly.”

Cummins new Tier 4 marine QSK38 engine comes with detailed installation directions and flexible SCR arrangements, which removes complexity while saving time and reducing costs on every project. Sensors located in the SCR can monitor the system performance, enabling precise injections of urea to neutralize the emissions. By monitoring the data and appropriately injecting urea, Cummins system ensures there is no waste, contributing another cost savings for the customer.

Warranty terms for Cummins marine engines have recently seen an increase in coverage periods. These periods vary depending on the engine family and rating. The base warranty for marine engines  19 to 60 liters in a heavy-duty or medium continuous-duty rating has been extended 1,000 hours beyond the previous term, while intermittent-duty coverage for the same engine range has extended 1,500 additional hours. The calendar restriction on warranty will remain at one year for Cummins engines installed in revenue-generating vessels. Cummins continues to offer optional Encompass, which can provide an additional three years/10,000 hours of coverage to the engine. Regardless of hours, the warranty is honored for 12 months.

“The QSK38 is a proven leader in the inland waterways, now with lower emissions and extended warranty coverage matched with the same world-class service and support. We are excited to continue the engines’ legacy,” Schacht continued.

Complex, global marine projects require collaborations across state lines, country boundaries and time zones. Six hundred Cummins-owned and independent distributors are strategically placed all over the globe to support customers’ needs providing a single source for sales and service.

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No.28 CUMMINS DIESEL SPECIAL TO RUN WITH MOTORSPORT’S GAME-CHANGERS AT GOODWOOD

23 June 2017

Innovative Indy 500 Roadster Created a Diesel Sensation With A Record-Breaking  138 mph Pole Position In 1952
DARLINGTON, UK – One of the most famous diesel-powered race cars of all time, the No.28 Cummins Diesel Special, will bring its distinctive diesel growl to the Goodwood Festival of Speed taking place June 29 to July 2 as it runs up the iconic hill climb track in a rare public appearance following restoration of the original JT-600 engine. In 1952 the car created a diesel sensation with a record-breaking qualifying speed of 138 mph  (222 kph) to take pole position at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway 500 race, then a points scoring round of the F1 championship.                                                                                                                                                              

To the astonishment of the industry, the experimental Diesel Special with the 430 hp (321 kW) Cummins engine had outperformed some of the fastest gasoline-powered race cars in the world to become the first–and only–diesel to take the coveted pole position.

The Diesel Special was invited to run at Goodwood by the Earl of March as part of a fabulous line-up of historic race cars to reflect the ‘Peaks of Performance – Motorsport’s Game Changer’ theme for the 2017 Festival. In today’s language, No.28 would be described as a ‘technology disruptor’, as not only did it unleashed the potential of the diesel engine, but also introduced some remarkable innovations to Indy race car design.

Not only was No.28 the first Indy 500 race car to be turbocharged, it was the first to be fully aerodynamically designed and wind tunnel tested. With a radiant red-and yellow color scheme, the Diesel Special handled superbly on the track due to a radically different Kurtis-Kraft roadster chassis, designed lower and longer to accommodate the diesel engine.

“Everywhere you look on No.28 you find technology innovations and that’s why back  in 1952 it became known as the Cummins laboratory-on-wheels,” said Bruce Watson,
retired Cummins engineer and hands-on restorer who brought the race car and its diesel engine back to original racing condition and will pilot the car on the Goodwood track.   

“Today the car remains a uniquely mechanical experience to drive, it feels pure and solid without an electron flowing anywhere. After years of restoration work, we finally got the engine to growl back into life a year ago. Although very few of the components have changed since it first raced at Indy, modern technology did come to the rescue with 3D printing  to replace a corroded magnesium water pump just before heading to Goodwood,” added Watson.

The JT-600 diesel engine was the first to be offset-mounted in an Indy race car, laying just a few degrees from flat on its side, forcing a much wider stance than usual with a very low center of gravity – important for taking the left-only turns at the speedway curves. The sleek No.28 was built so low that the wheels came level with the driver's head.
    
Laboratory-On-Wheels
The race engineered JT-600 diesel engine was uprated by more than twice the standard horsepower to 430 hp (321 kW). Although the engine made extensive use of lightweight aluminum, it remained essentially the same as the inline six-cylinder engine that had recently entered service with trucks in North America.

The 6.6-litre, 24-valve engine featured Cummins revolutionary Pressure-Time (PT) fuel system, with the pump suppling the fuel at low pressure to a common rail and then injected at high pressure by unit injectors to each cylinder. The PT system, combined with the first use of a turbocharger at Indy, enabled a faster engine speed of up to 4,500 rpm.   

The PT system was newly developed by Clessie Cummins and the engineering team at the Company headquarters in Columbus, Indiana, where the Diesel Special proudly resides today, located just 50 miles from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.                     

To accommodate the heavier weight of the diesel engine, the 1,088 kg (2,400 lb) race car featured dual caliper disc brakes and two shock absorbers on each wheel. The use  of independent front suspension was unusual for Indy race cars at that time, replacing the more typical rigid front axle. The result was a highly aerodynamic car powered by a very strong, turbocharged diesel engine.
Pole Position At Indy 500
With fearless driver Freddie Agabashian at the wheel, the No.28 Cummins Diesel Special attracted national attention positioned at the front of the start line. With the race underway, the heavier diesel car fell back from pole position as the turbocharger took its time to get the engine up to full power. Steadily, No.28 climbed back up the field to fourth position as the diesel engine strength and aerodynamic design took effect.                                                                 

Then, at the 175-mile mark, with an average speed of 131.5 mph (212 kph) the Diesel
Special was forced to retire from the race due to a clogged turbocharger resulting from the intake of debris from the track – ending hopes of victory for the many thousands of Columbus residents who attended to cheer on No.28.

After the race ended, the entry rules were changed, effectively making No.28 the last diesel powered race car able to compete in the Indianapolis 500. However, the car had by then achieved its purpose of showcasing the diesel engine and highlighting the ability of the new PT fuel system and turbocharging to transform performance.

The huge publicity achieved by No.28 immediately boosted sales of Cummins truck diesels in North America, with the recognition that it was the engine that had sat on pole position at the Indy 500 race.
    
No. 28 Growls Again At Goodwood
Visitors to the Goodwood Festival of Speed will be able to see the legendary diesel racer up close in the paddock area and when it takes to the track as part of the ‘Americana’ car batch on the hill climb. The Cummins pit crew will be on hand to provide an insight into the technology that made the No.28 Cummins Diesel Special so famous.

Himoinsa Andrew Bowden Dubai

The market research agency Frost & Sullivan recognised the company for its ability to achieve above-average, sustainable growth, with a customer-focused strategy. According to recent studies by Frost & Sullivan, HIMOINSA is one of the top 5 leading companies in the generator set industry, with an 8% share of the European market in 2015. The market research agency’s jury of experts singled out HIMOINSA from among the other generator set manufacturers for having achieved some of the best results in terms of growth and customer impact. According to the panel, HIMOINSA’s geographic expansion, with the opening of new subsidiaries and factories, gives the company a real-time overview of what is happening in each of the markets in which it is present. The company’s flexibility to respond to its customers’ needs enabled it to grow 15% worldwide in 2015, while the industry as a whole saw single-digit growth. As Frost & Sullivan put it, “as compared to its competitors, HIMOINSA is able to undertake special projects which require significant changes to the end product, demonstrating strong engineering capability as well as manufacturing flexibility.” The growth leadership award in the European power generation industry recognises HIMOINSA’s ability to grow organically, through improvements to its distribution channels or new product development, and inorganically, through acquisitions and commercial agreements that guarantee the company’s long-term growth. Among the criteria relating to the impact the company makes on its customers, Frost & Sullivan highlighted its consumers’ great sense of belonging, the high quality they perceive in the accessible and quick service, and the positive image they have of the brand, to which they are very loyal. Throughout its 35-year history, HIMOINSA has concentrated on the personal connection it has with its customers. In awarding the prize, the jury had a good impression of HIMOINSA’s established distribution network, which offers direct customer support, thus increasing the company’s visibility, brand value and consumer confidence. In addition, the introduction of new digital tools has streamlined all customer relations, giving customers a direct link to factories and after-sales services 24 hours a day.

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CUMMINS HIGHLIGHTS LOW-EMISSIONS LEADERSHIP AT WORLD AG EXPO

14 February 2017 for TULARE, California

Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) showcases its emissions leadership at the World Ag Expo through Feb. 16 by highlighting proven U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Tier 4 Final engine and aftertreatment technologies – but that’s not all. For the first time in the North American agriculture market, Cummins debuts the next generation of ultra-clean engines, which will be available beginning in 2019. Designed to meet European Union (EU) Stage V emissions regulations, they offer distinct advantages to North American manufacturers.

Visitors to the Cummins booth (M6/M8) will see multiple Tier 4 Final power solutions. As many customers in the agriculture business undergo the transition to Tier 4 Final, Cummins is dedicated to being a stronger partner than ever, through unrivaled engineering support from start to finish. Cummins views itself as a true business partner to each of its customers, and is dedicated to providing value through customized products and expert system integration, followed up with 24/7/265 support through 1-800-CUMMINS™ (1-800-286-6467).

Visitors to the Cummins booth will also get the chance to see a next-generation B4.5™ engine. The 4-cylinder engine achieves a remarkable increase in power and torque, enabling significant opportunities for OEMs to downsize engine package size, and reduce costs.

“Although the Stage V regulations do not affect North America, our Stage V engines will be certified for Tier 4 Final so that we can offer the significant product and technology enhancements to agriculture equipment manufacturers from 2019 on,” said Jim Branner, OEM Account Manager – Cummins Off-Highway Business. “This next generation of products will appeal to every OEM looking for significantly improved performance with lower installation costs for Tier 4 Final. They will be able to benefit from lower running costs, lower weight and easier installation.”

Also in the booth will be Cummins latest aftertreatment system for Stage V – the Single Module™.  With leading combustion and air-handlingtechnology the Single Moduleallows the 2019 engines to be Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)-free. The system combines a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF), Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) and urea-dosing technologies in one unit, providing up to 50 percent reduction in envelope size and 30 percent reduction in weight compared with earlier products.

The “fit-and-forget” system is capable of removing emissions almost entirely by

passive regeneration, with no impact on equipment operation, and requiring no operator interface or intervention.

“With those substantial performance gains, our new generation of Tier 4 Final/Stage V engines will deliver more from a smaller, lighter package,” Branner said. “Customers will see over 10 percent more power and almost 20 percent more torque than the engines’ predecessors while using less fuel.”

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Gerard Farres of the Yanmar supported HIMOINSA Racing Team secures victory in the 2017 Dakar Rally

January 17, 2017
Yanmar Co., Ltd.

＜Photo center: Gerard Farres winning 3rd place＞

Gerard Farres of the Yanmar Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Osaka City; President: Takehito Yamaoka; Hereinafter referred to as simply "Yanmar") supported HIMOINSA Racing Team won 3rd place overall in the Motorcycle Class of the 2017 Dakar Rally held from January 2-14th.

This was the first time since the launch of the HIMOINSA Racing Team that it has managed to accomplish winning 3rd place overall in the Motorcycle Class and earn its place on the winners' podium. This race runs for 13 days over ground that includes both mountain ranges and desserts in South America's Paraguay, Argentina, and Bolivia, with participants travelling 500-1000 km per day, and is said to be one of the world's toughest rally raids. This year's event featured temporary suspensions of the race and course changes due to bad weather, and proved to be an even more difficult race than other years, but of the 6 HIMOINSA Racing Team riders who participated, a total of 4 riders, including Gerard Farres, managed to finish the total race distance of approximately 8,000 km.

The trucks used as maintenance pits during the rigorous race used generators equipped with Yanmar produced engines to support the team with the stable power supply vital for nighttime maintenance.

＜Left: Maintenance truck, Right: Yanmar engine equipped generator＞

Going forward Yanmar and HIMOINSA S.L.'s HIMOINSA Racing Team will continue to convey to the world the core values of "POWER", "DURABILITY", "RELIABILITY", and "CHALLEGNE" of both company's businesses through the sponsorship of