New Flyer of America Inc.
Xcelsior CHARGE
The Xcelsior CHARGE is New Flyer’s industry-leading, battery-electric heavy-duty transit bus, available in 35, 40, and 60-foot models. The Xcelsior CHARGE builds on the industry-leading Xcelsior transit bus platform, with extended range battery technology, electric motors with efficient regenerative energy recovery, the highest torque available for steep grade cities, and charging infrastructure compliant with industry standards. Passengers will experience the quietest and most accessible transit bus ride available, with improved step height, expanded front door width, the best entry ramp ratio (1:7) in the industry, and best-in-class passenger carrying capacity (up to 83 passengers — seated and standing).
Joe Gibson, [email protected]
ARBOC Specialty Vehicles
Spirit of Equess
The Spirit of Equess, a low-floor rural transit bus built on an ARBOC Specialty Vehicles purpose built chassis, can accommodate up to 33 seated passengers and six wheelchair passengers. Through ARBOC’s advanced technology, the passenger entrance exceeds ADA guidelines with a 1:6 ramp slope and a 39-inch door opening that accommodates passengers in need of extra assistance and wheelchair accessibility. Backed by a Cummins engine and an Allison transmission, serviceability and reliability make the Spirit of Equess the right choice for any fleet.
Kim Yoder, [email protected]
ZF TRW
ReAX
ZF TRW ReAX is a column-mounted electrically assisted hydraulic steering product that uses sensors to determine driving conditions, and then controls an electric motor in the steering column to provide appropriate torque feedback to the driver. ReAX reduces many design compromises long accepted in steering systems, providing premium performance and thus resulting in a safer and less fatiguing driving experience.
Beth Foley, [email protected]
ABB
ABB HVC-Opportunity Charging
ABB HVC-Opportunity Charging products offer high power charging via an automated rooftop connection. With typical charge times of 3-6 minutes the system can easily be integrated in existing operations by installing chargers at endpoints, terminals and intermediate stops. The modular design offers charging power of 150 kW, 300 kW, 450 kW and 600kW.
Heather Flanagan, [email protected]
BAE Systems
REAL (reduced engine accessory loads)
REAL benefits for conventional vehicle platforms. BAE Systems offers a simple and economic solution to enable electric accessories on conventional propulsion transit buses and over-the-road coaches in support of agency-wide environmental objectives. Using existing power management and conversion hardware proven on 4,000 hybrid electric vehicles in service, REAL reduces scheduled and unscheduled maintenance costs, hydraulic oil in the engine compartment, external noise emissions and improves internal noise, vibration, and harshness for passengers. Ask us about REAL to deliver “more-electric” capability on diesel and CNG-fueled buses and increase operational and maintenance savings.
Carol Gorenflo, [email protected]
Vapor
Electric Door Systems
The Vapor OSSP Sliding Door System provides a wide door opening for faster passenger ingress and egress, superior door sealing and improved vehicle esthetics. The unique door system design reduces door panel and linkage intrusion into vehicle, and is applicable for dual or single panel configurations.
Bill Urian, [email protected]
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Proterra
Catalyst E2 Transit Vehicle
Designed from the start as an exclusively electric vehicle, the Catalyst E2 delivers exceptional route flexibility and proven operational performance. Made with an advanced carbon-fiber-reinforced body and the market’s highest-efficiency electric drivetrain, the Catalyst bus is designed to safely and quietly endure nearly two decades of on-road service, with minimal maintenance required.
Its nominal range of 194 - 350 miles means the Catalyst E2 series is capable of serving the full daily mileage needs of nearly every U.S. mass transit route on a single charge and offers the transit industry the first direct replacement for fossil-fueled transit vehicles. And without costs like oil changes, engine maintenance, and exhaust systems, maintenance savings can add up to $237,000 over the lifetime of a Catalyst compared to a diesel-hybrid bus, and up to $151,000 compared to diesel. Additionally, customers have the potential to achieve over $450,000 in total operational savings on fuel and maintenance over 12 years.
The Catalyst E2 has 440 kWh of on-board energy, recharges in roughly 3 hours via plug in charging, and has a curb weight of 31,690 pounds. It is available in a 35 or 40 foot sizes. It reaches a top speed of 65 mph, and accelerates from 0 to 20 mph in 4.5 seconds. Proterra offers a modular, technology-centric approach to vehicle configuration so customers can choose from two vehicle sizes and can select their energy level, as well as charging solutions to meet the needs of their specific routes.
Proterra, [email protected]
GILLIG LLC
Low Floor
The GILLIG Low Floor is the fleet workhorse for transit throughout the U.S., and the foundation for each of GILLIG's designs. Durable, reliable, and cost effective to maintain and operate, the stainless steel chassis and aluminum body equate to a light weight, high strength bus with timeless styling. Our Low Floor is available in 29-, 35-, and 40-foot lengths, powered by Clean Diesel, Diesel-Electric Hybrid or CNG.
Bill Fay Jr, [email protected]
AMF-Bruns of America
Hide-A-Way Wheelchair Securement System
The mobility industry has been challenged to find securement systems flexible in accommodating both wheelchair and non-wheelchair passengers.
The solution: AMF-Bruns’ Hide-A-Way — the industry’s only wheelchair securement system with retractors fully-integrated into the floor – freeing up
valuable floor space and increasing passenger capacity. The Hide-A-Way allows drivers to mix and match passenger wheelchairs with non-wheelchair seats.
Passengers seats, which fold up, can be installed directly over the restraints.
Features and benefits:
- Maximizes floor space
- Fits transit, para-transit and mobility vehicles
- Uses self-locking and self-tensioning retractors
- Offers the lowest profile — no obstructions
- Meets all safety regulations
Rick Iacoboni, [email protected]
Freedman Seating Company
CitiPro 3PT
Ideal for buses and rail cars, the CitiPro 3PT by Freedman Seating has a combination you don’t expect in a heavy-duty transit seat – comfort and safety! Each seat is made with the rider in mind. The ultra-thin backrest provides exceptional hip-to-knee room while the ergonomic design comfortably supports the rider. The CitiPro is the perfect seat for short and medium distance trips and can be upholstered with or without padding and in any vinyl or cloth. Non-upholstered cosmetic inserts make for a virtually maintenance-free seat. European styling, pleasing aesthetics, and 3-point belts make the CitiPro 3PT a seat passengers want to sit in.
John-Paul Paonessa, [email protected]
