Parker Hannifin partnership fuels Earthrace world record attempt

14th March 2008
Posted By : ES Admin
Parker Hannifin partnership fuels Earthrace world record attempt

The latest generation of fuel filtration technology from Racor Division of Parker Hannifin Corporation is being used on board the Earthrace powerboat. The unique vessel will attempt to set a new world record, circumnavigating the globe on 100% renewable biodiesel fuel, and with a net zero carbon footprint. With engine reliability crucial to the success of this pioneering project, Parker Racor was chosen for its knowledge and experience in fuel filtration, in addition to its global support network, which will be on hand at every step of the vessel’s journey. Earthrace begins its world record attempt from Sagunto, Spain, on 29th March, and is aiming to circumnavigate the globe in less than 65 days.

Earthrace features a 10 micron Racor 751000MAX10 fuel filter and a secondary 2 micron fuel filter on each of its two engines. The robust, die cast aluminium fuel filters are part of Racor’s turbine series, eliminating both particulate and water contamination from the biodiesel, as well as algae and rust, which are filtered from the fuel by the filters’ waterproof Aquabloc® II elements. With a maximum flow rate of 1363 lph, the Racor filters will ensure the performance of the vessel is optimised every step of the way between its twelve refuelling stops at various ports around the globe.

With efficient logistics vital to the success of the project, Parker’s global support and supply network were key factors in the company being chosen as the filtration partner for Earthrace. On arrival at each of its ports, the vessel will need to be refuelled, refilled with water and provisions, and have its engines serviced; all in less than two hours. With such tight timeframes, Parker’s worldwide presence will be extremely beneficial to the project.

Skipper and founder of the Earthrace, Pete Bethune said: “Earthrace isn’t just about one boat and one team. The project wouldn’t work without the support of companies like Parker Hannifin. For us to succeed, every component has to work efficiently and do the job for us. It’s great to know that we can rely on Racor fuel filters making sure that we can keep on powering across the oceans and seas towards the world record.”


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