The latest issue of Tigercats “Between the Branches” magazine provides useful information on the essentials of what loggers need to know about DEF.
The official publication of Tigercat, titled “Between the Branches” can always be relied upon to provide some useful technical information for loggers. The November 2014 edition does not fail to deliver. The comprehensive article, titled “debunking DEF – What you need to know” is a good read for all machine owners and operators. New engine technologies have been employed in order to meet strict American and European engine emission requirements. All new logging machines in the affected countries need to use DEF in order to reduce nitrogen oxide emissions. The DEF is injected into the exhaust stream, where it is broken down into ammonia and reacts with nitrogen to form water and harmless nitrogen gas. The Tigercat article answers the following questions:
- What is DEF?
- How does DEF work?
- How much DEF does the machine use?
- Where do I buy DEF?
- With all the DEF suppliers available, which brand do I choose?
- How much will DEF cost?
- How do I store DEF?
- What happens if DEF freezes?
- How do I fill up the machine?
- How do I service the DEF system?
- What happens if my machine runs out?
The article was compiled by Josh Tovey, a Tigercat service engineer. It can be accessed at www.tigercat.com