Photo Release -- PSI & Spartan Chassis Launch New Concept Chassis at RVIA Tradeshow
November 27 2012 - 12:30PM
Power Solutions International, Inc. ("PSI") (OTCBB:PSIX) and
Spartan Motors, Inc. (Nasdaq:SPAR) announced today the launch of a
new Class A Front Engine Gas (FEG) concept chassis featuring PSI's
newly designed 8.8-liter engine. The new chassis, code named the
Extol, is designed to meet increased demand in the RV market for
greater power performance and for gas powered engines. Both
companies will be showcasing these products at the RVIA National RV
Trade Show, which takes place November 27–29 in Louisville,
Kentucky.
A photo accompanying this release is available at
http://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/prs/?pkgid=15959
"PSI is excited about presenting our newly developed on-highway
applications through this collaboration with Spartan Chassis, a
leader in the specialty vehicle category," said Jeremy Lessaris,
Director of Marketing at PSI.
Recreational vehicle OEMs have been frustrated with their engine
options, which until now have been underpowered. Because of the
considerable weight, RVs require significant torque for pickup and
to avoid chugging or spitting on hills. As a result, power
compromises are problematic.
Powered by a PSI 8.8-liter engine that provides 430 HP and 512
lb.-ft of torque (@ 3400 RPM), the Extol chassis offers the power
performance that end-users seek in a package developed to
capitalize on the growth of smaller Class A recreational vehicles
(22K to 28K GVWR). The newly designed and engineered engine offers
20% across-the-board improvements in power and 15% better
fuel-efficiency over its predecessor, General Motors 8.1-liter.
The Extol also provides superior handling and superior ride
quality, achieved through Spartan's proprietary suspension and new
Compression Fluid Strut. Spartan Chassis has been known for decades
as a leader in the Class A diesel market. This Extol concept
chassis is an excellent brand extension which should expand our
product portfolio and fill what we perceive as a gap in the RV
chassis market," said Tom Gorman, Chief Operating Officer of
Spartan Motors. "This new chassis development illustrates both our
long-term commitment to the RV business and, more importantly, our
interest to continually find new business growth opportunities for
our OEM partners in the RV industry."
PSI's high-performance 8.8-liter "big block" replacement was
launched at the 2011 RVIA Expo. The new engine is capable of
fulfilling power, efficiency, emissions and fuel-flexibility needs
across a wide range of applications beyond RVs, including school
buses, waste-hauling trucks and light-duty uses. The heavy-duty,
durable block includes the following design features:
- A significantly stronger crankcase and a forged and induction
hardened crankshaft that enable delivery of 1,000 ft-lb of
torque.
- An intake manifold that incorporates a tuned, long-runner to
increase torque
- High-flow, fast-burn cylinder heads that ensure a full burn to
reduce emissions
Power Solutions International is presenting its 6.0-liter and
8.8-liter engines in booth number 248 at the RVIA National RV Trade
Show in the Kentucky Expo Center, November 27–29. The Spartan
Chassis display is located in booth number 1526.
About PSI
Power Solutions International (PSI) is a leading global provider
of cleantech power solutions. The company designs and manufactures
engines for the industrial and on-road sectors and offers
fuel-flexible, low-emission engines ranging from .97 liters to 22
liters of displacement. PSI's power systems are used worldwide in
trucks and buses, power generation, forklifts, aerial lifts, and
industrial sweepers, as well as in equipment used for oil and gas
extraction, aircraft ground support, agriculture, and construction
equipment. For more information visit www.psiengines.com
About Spartan Chassis, Inc.
Spartan Chassis, Inc. is a world-class leader in the
engineering, manufacturing and marketing of chassis and aftermarket
parts for emergency-response, recreational vehicle (RV), defense
and specialty vehicles. End users recognize and request the Spartan
Chassis brand, which consistently delivers superior performance,
exceptional safety ratings and innovations which distinguish us
from the competition. Visit Spartan Chassis at
spartanchassis.com.
About Spartan Motors
Spartan Motors, Inc. designs, engineers and manufactures
specialty chassis, specialty vehicles, truck bodies and aftermarket
parts for the recreational vehicle, emergency response, government
services, defense, and delivery and service markets. The company's
brand names - Spartan™, Spartan ERV™ and Utilimaster® - are known
for quality, performance, service and first-to-market innovation.
The company employs approximately 1,700 associates at facilities in
Michigan, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Indiana, Florida and Texas.
Spartan reported sales of $426 million in 2011 and is focused on
becoming a global leader in the design, engineering and manufacture
of specialty vehicles and chassis. Visit Spartan Motors at
www.spartanmotors.com.
The photo is also available via AP PhotoExpress.
CONTACT: For more information about this release, please contact:
Jeremy Lessaris
Director of Marketing
Power Solutions International
Mobile: 1.847.366.4300
E-mail: jlessaris@psiengines.com
Russell T. Chick
Corporate Director of Marketing
Spartan Motors, Inc.
517.997.3852 or Russell.chick@spartanmotors.com
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