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Latest Trends and Technologies for Outreach Vehicles Kim Jones & Michael Swendrowski Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services Conference October 10-12, 2012 Richmond, VA

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Lean and Green! Smaller vehicles Hybrid and alternative fuels Eco-friendly Green features

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Smaller Vehicles Choices are on the way!

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Fiat Ducato European roots Rear wheel drive May fall under Ram brand Due 2013

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Ford Transit Jumbo Also European Replacing Econoline van US debut expected 2013

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Mercedes-Benz/Freightliner Sprinter Proven US track record Current supply issues with bus version

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Sprinter Bookmobiles

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Efficient Design

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Hybrid and Alternative Fuels Viable options.

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Hybrid Drivelines Mendocino County Rochester PL Diesel electric Electric to 34mph 25% fuel improvement Available to 30,000lbs GVWR

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Hydrogen Fuel Cells Several attempts over years Resurgence with new natural gas reserves Infrastructure expected to grow significantly in next 5 years UPS Sprinter in operation since 2003

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Clean Diesel Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) current standard since 2010 90% reduction in pollution since 2006 Particulate matter at near-zero levels Diesel has always been more efficient than gasoline

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Bio-diesel B5 (5%) acceptable in most diesel engines Some approve to B20 (20%) Can be made from vegetable oils, animal fats, or recycled restaurant greases 2% lower fuel economy for B20 (10% lower for B100)

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Green Technologies In high demand!

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Solar 120-140 watts per panel Charges batteries for both DC and AC power (with inverter) Can be retrofitted Virtually zero maintenance!

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Inverters Reduces generator run time Clean & quiet source of power Onan Hybrid Power Systems discontinued

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Eco-friendly Finishes Cork flooring Bamboo flooring Recycled carpets Low VOC plywood

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Lightweight Materials Aluminum bodies and wheels Less weight (and corrosion) Aluminum shelving 700lb. typical weight savings Thinner substrates vs. = 22lbs per 4x8 sheet 10% weight reduction = 5% fuel efficiency gain

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LED Lighting Costs have dropped Nearly standard Warmer light frequency Very efficient

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Natural Lighting Skylights Windows Light color choices

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