Cummins showcases its rail capability
3rd Quarter 2017
Electrical switching & drive systems & components
As a Gold Sponsor of Africa Rail 2017, Cummins was able to showcase its latest technology for the rail industry, and especially the QSK95 engine. Billed as the largest and only event of its kind in Africa, the exhibition created a unique platform for African rail operators, end-users and governments to come together.
The QSK is aimed at locomotive builders looking for a new power approach to achieve cleaner, more efficient performance. It delivers a radically improved power capability for both freight and passenger operations. On actual display at the stand was a 16 cylinder QSK60 engine, available with single-stage turbo-charging, or a two-stage version for high altitude and high load factor applications. It can deliver 2013 kW at 3658 m elevations without power derate.
“Our aim was to demonstrate to customers, manufacturers, local assemblers and anyone involved in the rail industry that we are committed to partnering with them, providing complete business solutions,” said Madelyn Pretorius from rail sales and business development. “The main message Cummins conveyed at Africa Rail 2017 was You Can Depend On Us.” With the involvement of its aftermarket service, first-fit specialists, application engineers and factory support engineers, Cummins is able to offer a total solution from pit to port. The company’s distribution network is located geographically to support this strategy across Africa and the Middle East. “We are committed to working with manufacturers to provide the lowest total cost of ownership solutions in the rail segment,” Pretorius concluded.
For more information contact Palesa Ramodibe, Cummins, +27 (0)11 589 8400, [email protected], www.cummins.com
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