Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN-WI (1888PressRelease)
March 21, 2008 - Horton, Inc. has announced the introduction of its Stratis Viscous Fan Drives in anticipation of the 2010 and Euro V emissions standards. Managed by the engine’s electronic control unit for precision fan speed control, these directly controlled viscous fan drives are designed to cool higher-horsepower, hotter-running engines. Stratis Viscous Fan Drives have been rigorously tested for many hours in the laboratory and in many long-haul trucks. Stratis fan drives are offered for heavy- and medium-duty applications, transit buses, motor coaches and off-highway equipment.
This product is the result of years of analysis and testing to produce cooling solutions for the significantly hotter engines that result from reduced-emission regulations, says Jeff Lindgren, Horton’s senior vice president sales and marketing. Stratis fan drives respond rapidly to cooling needs, providing precision cooling and optimum efficiency. The combination of revolutionary product features and Horton reliability, service and availability make Stratis the superior choice for cooling reduced-emission engines.
The viscous fan drive is equipped with an integral fan speed sensor that provides closed-loop control capabilities. Stratis has an optimized magnetic design that speeds reaction time for better modulation and cooling. In addition, the innovative reservoir, actuator and valve system combine to deliver a lower off-speed and faster response time resulting in optimum cooling, reduced fan noise and increased fuel efficiency.
Stratis has a rear-mounted cable harness to shield the connection from fan blades. The fan uniquely installs on the front of the fan drive to increase airflow for maximum cooling. Stratis directly controlled viscous fan drives are engineered to turn Horton’s WindMaster® or competitive fans.
Stratis Viscous Fan Drives have a maximum torque capability of 2,225 inch pounds [250 N-m] and are available for first-fit and test applications for a variety of fan sizes and mounting options. Stratis Viscous Fan Drives are manufactured at Horton plants in Britton, S.D., and Germany. For information, contact Horton, visit www.hortonww.com/stratis or call 1-888-813-9926.
With more than 55 years of industry experience, commitment to service, reliability and innovation, Horton is a premium worldwide provider of fan drives, fans and suspension products. Horton’s comprehensive research and development processes are driven by a dedication to exceed the industry requirements today and in the future. The company has manufacturing plants in the United States and Germany, with a licensed manufacturing facility in Australia and sales offices in the United States, Germany, Mexico, Brazil and Australia. Horton products include Stratis™ Viscous Fan Drives, VMaster® Viscous Fan Drives, DriveMaster® Spring-Engaged Fan Drives, WindMaster® Fans, Electromagnetic On/Off Fan Drives, MagForce™ Electromagnetic Fan Drives, Klondike Series® Replacement Fan Clutches for the Kysor K22RA and repair kits for Kysor’s K22RA and K22FA, repair kits, remanufactured fan drives and Roller Bushing Suspension Products.
Horton, Inc.
2565 Walnut Street
Roseville, MN 55113
1-800-621-1320
www.hortonww.com/stratis
info ( @ ) veritasmarketing dot com
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