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Engines and engine technology
Common rail and its benefits
Common rail is a fuel injection system found in modern diesel engines. Common rail systems provide a level of flexibility.
Variable and fixed speed engines
Perkins pours decades of expertise into developing world class variable speed and fixed speed engines. This know-how and heritage means that whatever the application you can rely on Perkins.
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Reading the blue smoke signals
Blue smoke coming from your engine is a warning sign you can’t ignore. It’s never a good sign and could indicate a problem with your engine, so the sooner you address it, the lower the risk of causing lasting damage.
Self service OEMs explained
Plant manufacturers who build their own, branded machines can buy Perkins engines direct from us to use in their equipment.
Electric power service kits
A range of ‘service kits’ has been launched by Perkins for its electric power (EP) engines. Providing end users with all the parts they need to carry out 500 hour and 1,000 hour services for most standard EP engines.
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Engine nomenclature explained
Perkins engines are produced with a large number of options. Most of the information you need is included in the engine’s name – as long as you know how to read it.
Learn moreSecrets of the Perkins paint shop
The paint products and processes used by Perkins ensure that the appearance of your engine matches its engineering excellence.
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