Photos: PIT Group Energotest, Spring 2016
Technologies being tested at the spring Energotest include a number of aerodynamic devices. A particular focus is on the fuel efficiency, splash reduction and durability of several mud flap designs. In addition, PIT members are being asked to evaluate a number of combinations of engine and automatic transmission in an LTL scenario.
PIT Group’s spring Energotest is underway at the Transport Canada test track operated by PMG Technologies in Blainville, Québec.
Adime Bonsi, a PIT Group researcher, monitors cold- air circulation to develop better trailers specs and loading strategies for temperature-sensitive food transportation.
Steve Mercier, PIT Group engineer, fueling up auxiliary tanks that are used to accurately measure fuel consumption during Energotest runs.
Trucks line up for testing of various combinations of engines and automatic transmissions at PIT Group's spring Energotest rolling laboratory event in Québec.
According to PIT Group, it utilizes a highly qualified team of engineers relying on stringent processes and state-of-the-art equipment to conduct its evaluations. The organization adds that “Energotest is a fully independent, ISO 17025 certified, road test laboratory with international credibility.”