FAQS

FAQs.

1. What are the hydrocarbon fuels on which the FFC works?

ANS: The FFC works on practically all liquid and Gaseous hydrocarbon fuels. It works on kerosene, petrol, light Diesel oil, high speed diesel, low Sulphur Heavy stock, Naphtha, Different grades of Furnace Oil, different grades of Marine Fuel Oil, Liquefied Petroleum Gas and Natural Gas. The FFC works on Bio-Diesel too. However, the FFC is likely to give POOR Savings / NO Savings in case the weight by weight concentration of Methane in Natural Gas Exceeds 90%

2. If the fuel line of a Car or Truck is too cramped to introduce the FFC, is there an alternative?

ANS: for such cases, there is the special arrangement of DROP IN (DI) Units that can be dropped into the fuel tank. This arrangement is just as effective.

3. Will the FFC bounce around in the fuel tank of the Vehicle?

ANS: No. Fuel acts as a hydraulic cushion that only allows the Fitch Drop Ins to move slightly with the movement of the fuel, not the movement of the vehicle. The FFC does not harm any fuel tank components.

4. Does the FFC work in combustion systems other then the Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)?

ANS: Yes, it works in all oil and Gas fired Burners in Boiler (Generation of Steam) and Furnace (Melting of metals, Glass etc) applications, having fuel flow rates of upto 30,000 liters per hour (lph).

5. What is the difference between the FFC and a Catalytic Converter?

ANS: The FFC pre-treats the fuel before the combustion process and by increasing Combustion Efficiency , reduces the creation of pollutants. Catalytic Converters are installed at the end of the Combustion process where they help reduce pollutants after they have already been created

6. What is the implication of the US EPA (United States Environmental Protection Agency) Certificate?

ANS: The FFC is certified by the US EPA as an Emissions Controlling Part for both Petrol and Diesel I.C. Engines, whose presence will NOT VOID Engine Manufacturers’ Warranty.

The implication is that while controlling emissions, the FFC will not undermine the normal functioning of the engine or diminish its performance in any manner whatsoever.

7. Is there a break In period for the FFC when used Vehicles & Generators?

ANS: Yes. The length of this break in period depends on the age and condition of the engine. An engine in average condition should take approximately 800KM (vehicular application) or 15 operating hours (Stationary application) to achieve maximum benefit from the FFC. During the break in period, the FFC treated fuel will be cleaning any excess Carbon and Resins from the engine and fuel system. It is therefore possible to have higher emissions and / or fuel consumption during this period. The cleaning out of the buildup from the Engine may initially result in dirtier engine oil their normal since much of the carbon residue cleaned from the combustion chamber ends up in the engine oil pan. After the first oil change however, the engine oil will continue to be much cleaner than before use of the FFC due to the reduction of oil soot contamination.

8. Are there any special instructions on where/how the FFC should be fitted in Vehicles & Generators?

ANS: The FFC must be mounted vertically with fuel entering the Cannister from the bottom end. In diesel engines, the FFC Must be mounted on the low pressure suction side of the fuel pump. In the petrol engines, the FFC can be fitted before or after the fuel pump as in many cases , the fuel pump is in the tank.

The FFC must not be introduced closer than 8 inches to any electrical device such as alternators or pumps as the electromagnetic field they produce can disrupt the efficient functioning of the FFC. Also, it must not be introduced closer than 8 inches to any heat source like exhaust pipes or exhaust manifolds, catalytic converters or mufflers.

Also, if the Oxygen Sensor in engines with Electronic Fuel Management System is coated with carbon, results with the use of the FFC may be limited. If this is the case, the Oxygen Sensor should be checked and either cleaned or replaced.

9. Are there any tax benefits for Corporates adopting the FFC in their Power Plants/ Boilers/ Furnaces?

ANS: Being an Energy Saving and Pollution Control Device, any Corporate adopting the FFC at its utilities is entitled to upto 80% depreciation on the investment made on it, during the very year of adoption, under section 32, Rule 5(8) (ix) of the Indian Income Tax Act 191. The Income Tax Department covers the FFC Under the classification CATALYTIC CONVERTER.

10. Has the FFC been entirely developed and Commercialized by the APSI?

ANS: NO. The development and commercialization of the FFC is the direct result of a collaborative research programme of the APSI with the US Departments of Energy, Defence and the University of Connecticut. Acknowledging the high quality of work done, the US Govt. In 2004 sanctioned a $4 million grant to APSI, for further R &D Work.

11. I have a 3 year old petrol Car. I recorded that in the last 12 months, it logged 26000Km consuming 1700 liters of petrol. The car Fuel tank size is 45 liters. What will be the total cost of DIs for my car and what savings should I expect?

ANS: After adding Fitch Drop Ins to the tank, you can expect your petrol consumption to drop by at least 10%. For fuel tank size of 45 liters, the total cost of DIs including taxes and courier delivery changes will be approximately Rs 4600 ( at Dec 2011 rates).

Your Car logs a monthly average of 2167Km during which it consumers 142 liters of petrol prices. With DIs , your car should at most consume only 128 liters every month , meaning a saving of Rs 68 X 14 = Rs 952 every month at Dec 2011 Petrol Prices. So the Rs 4600 spent on the DIs will be recovered in less than 5 months.