Advance Topics on Filter Testing -
Engine Emissions and Particle Counting

Advance Topics on Filter Testing - Engine Emissions and Particle Counting , .4 CEUs,
Barry Verdegan, Jerry Liu, instructors

Monday, September 22, 2008, 1 pm - 5 pm
Hilton University Place
Charlotte, NC 28262

Registration Rates

Who should attend and learning objectives

Global emission regulations have forced changes in diesel engines and led to the development of new measurement and testing procedures, for exhaust emissions, crankcase emissions, and for the fuel system.  The objective of this short course is to provide practical information on testing associated with emissions control.  It covers both the measurement of combustion byproducts, e.g., exhaust and crankcase emissions, and with maintaining the integrity of the fuel injection system required to meet emission regulations.

The course will begin with an overview of engine emission testing, including performance, certification, and verification of crankcase ventilation and emission control subsystems.  For each gaseous and PM component, its formation mechanism and environmental impaction will be discussed.  Instrument, requirements, and operation of measuring these pollutants will be specified.  Recent development on regulatory testing procedures for ultra-low emissions will be introduced.

The second half of the course will deal with particle counting diesel fuel and lube oil samples.  High pressure common rail fuel injection systems are a key part of emission controls systems and it is critical to protect them from fine, abrasive contaminants.  Optical particle counting is the primary measurement tools for contamination control programs.  This course will cover the theory of optical particle counting, calibration methods, and specialized techniques for the analysis of diesel fuel and used lube oil samples. 
 
This course will benefit those newer to the field by providing a basic understanding of engine emissions and particle counting.  For those attending the 2007 AFS Emission Solutions Conference, this course will provide background understanding for the technical sessions.   Those involved in the design, testing, and use of aftertreatment systems, as well as those engaged in contamination control and filter media should attend.

Course description

The course includes two 2 hour modules: for testing of engine emission control systems including CCV and aftertreatment filtration, and for particle counting diesel fuel and lube oil.  Each participant will receive all presentation on a CD-Rom disk.

Brief bio of lecturers

Jerry Liu received his Ph.D. degree in Environmental Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.  He is currently a Manager and Senior Technical Advisor at Cummins Filtration Inc.  He also leads Cummins Filtration & Emission Solutions Thermal & Fluid Sciences Functional Excellence.  His expertise includes engine exhaust aftertreatment technology, aerosol science, particulate filtration and separation, and nano-particle measurement and control.  Prior to joining Cummins Filtration in 1997, Jerry worked with the US EPA, the state of Wisconsin, Geralty & Miller, and the University of Wisconsin-Madison.  Jerry has published more than 50 technical papers.  He holds over 17 patents dealing with engine emission control, filtration, and HVAC.  Jerry is a registered professional engineer in the state of Wisconsin.  He serves on the AFS Board of Directors, and is a member of SAE, ASME, ASHRAE, and the American Association for Aerosol Research. 

Barry Verdegan received his Ph.D. degree in Water Chemistry from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He is currently a Research Fellow for Cummins Filtration Inc. Barry specializes in lube and fuel filters and brings a multi-disciplinary approach to the field.  In his 28 year career in the industry, he has served in a variety of roles, including research, filter testing, new product development, customer training, standards development, and patent strategy.  He holds over 18 patents dealing with liquid filtration and emissions control.  Barry is Chair of the National Fluid Power Association's (NFPA) Contamination Technology Committee and an expert to ISO TC131/SC6 that deals with contamination control for hydraulic systems. He has published more than 50 technical papers, including two book chapters, on separation science and technology and regularly teaches short courses on the subject. He serves as 2nd Vice-Chair of AFS, and is a member of SAE, AIChE and ACS. 

Outline of the 1/2-day course
   
Engine Emission Testing - Liu 
Particle Counting - Verdegan

Detail Outlines:

Overview
Engine Emission Testing 

• Introduction 
• Emission regulatory testing 
• Gaseous Emission Measurements for CO, CO2, NOx, and HC 
• PM Emission Measurements – Smoke, mass, and sizing/counting 
• Real-time measurements 
• Testing Cycles 
• Partial and full dilution systems 
• Emission rate calculation 
• CCV certification and verification testing 
• Conclusions 

Optical Particle Counting

• Theory of particle counting
• ISO 11171 particle counter calibration
• Obtaining meaningful particle count data in fuel and lube
• Using and communicating particle count data    
• Summary and Wrap-up

Short Course Registration Rates

****Short Course attendees receive discounts if they attend the conference (-$100) and if they are members (-$100). For a total possible discount of -$200.****

These discounts are for each short course. If you attend two half day courses, the discount is applied to each course. It pays to be a member.

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