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Currently, the main
sources of EMD power used in the locomotive industry consist of two
engine sizes commonly referred to as the 645 and the 710. These
number descriptors reflect the number of cubic inches per
cylinder of a diesel engine. These engines typically
operate with a 16 cylinder core capable of putting out
3000 to 4500 of horsepower. The typical “regular” overhaul
interval of these engines is between 45,000 and 65,000 hours of
engine use. This varies with geography and rated
application. Overhaul at these intervals is required for life
extensions and further locomotive reliable service. The
increase of locomotive utilization and the nationwide surge
of car loadings has created a void for increased service
providers to overhaul and remanufacture of prime movers.
The overall reduction of
railroad staff and increased use of leased locomotives has
created a growing demand for the maintaining and service
requirements needed for the growing locomotive fleets.
American Motive Power
Inc. has invested in a large manufacturing and maintenance
facility to fulfill the needs of locomotive overhaul and
maintenance. The facility location on the east coast with
adequate rail and highway connection is ideally placed with a
highly skilled reservoir of qualified machinists, electricians,
welders, and other qualified craftsmen to adequately staff a healthy workforce
with sufficient room to expand and develop additional services
and increase production as the industry demands.
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