Contemporary diesel systems require superior filtration because they utilize High-Pressure Common Rail (HPCR) fuel systems that operate under extreme pressures with virtually zero margin for error. While older diesel engines operated at around 3,000 to 8,000 psi, modern systems routinely exceed 30,000 to 45,000 psi to meet strict global emissions standards.

Advanced filtration provides a significant financial and operational impact for equipment owners. It directly translates to lower operating costs, fewer breakdowns, and protected asset values. Rigorous filtration testing ensures solutions deliver the precise protection required for peak engine performance. Crucially, tests conducted at our laboratories go beyond industry standards with 14 proprietary tests that replicate real-world operating conditions including vibration, thermal, and pressure dynamics. Thorough testing coupled with our advanced media technology ensure complete peace of mind for fleet owners.

Minimising filter validation timelines is critical, as operational downtime presents a significant financial risk to customers. To address this challenge, we have expanded our laboratory facility in Quimper, France, so that more Fleetguard product testing can now be performed locally in Europe. 

"As customer requirements evolve and operating environments become more demanding, these capabilities allow us to validate performance more rigorously and deliver faster results without compromising quality," said Lito Mendoza, Engineering Director of Global Laboratory Operations at Atmus. 

For fleet operators and OEMs, this means less time between specification and confirmation and a filtration partner that can keep pace with customer business demands. 

The Quimper facility operates as part of an integrated, five-laboratory network, delivering a unified "One Global Lab" approach. The Quimper site has been part of this global testing network for Fleetguard products since 1981.

Future capabilities, including multivariate testing, which more accurately simulates the complexity of real operating environments, will provide further precision for customers. Explore Fleetguard filtration solutions engineered for the mining sector, one of the world's most demanding operating environments.

"This modernized facility gives us the space and infrastructure to support more complex testing today, while also positioning us to add future capabilities as customer needs continue to evolve," said Mélanie Caron, Laboratory Manager at Quimper, Atmus. 

Solutions-orientated technology development coupled with exhaustive product testing:

·      Saves owners up to $10,000+ in unexpected injector and pump repairs by blocking microscopic debris. This video shows how Fleetguard filters protect sensitive fuel injection components.

·      Maximizes fleet uptime, ensuring projects stay on schedule and operations run smoothly. This uninterrupted performance is essential for time-critical industries, including construction. Explore our ‘10 Tips to stay on Schedule’.

·      Prevents injector erosion to maintain peak fuel economy, saving owners thousands over the engine's lifespan. Explore our fuel filtration solutions.

·      Inhibits soot buildup in expensive Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) systems to protect from premature failure. Browse Fleetguard lube and air filtration solutions for DPF protection.

·      Extends equipment lifespan for a better return on investment by reducing internal engine friction, stress, and component fatigue.

Put simply, customers can be entirely confident that every product delivers the precise quality and reliability they require. Furthermore, the Fleetguard commitment to Filtration Science ensures your equipment operates cleaner, longer. Check out our latest Fleetguard product releases.