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For Immediate Release

Horton introduces PolarForce™ Two-Speed Conversion Kit

Achieve operating efficiency, save fuel and reduce noise without removing the fan drive


ROSEVILLE, Minn.—Horton, Inc. has introduced a fan drive conversion kit that saves fuel and reduces noise. The new PolarForce Two-Speed Conversion Kit converts a DM Advantage™ or DriveMaster® On/Off Fan Drive to two-speed technology for superior operating efficiency and performance.

Two-speed technology is ideal for cooling refuse trucks, rear-engine cement mixers, school and city buses, fire trucks, severe-service vehicles, and other on- and off-highway equipment with little to no air ram.

The two-speed conversion kit features advanced components and the latest magnet design for efficient and reliable operation. The kit has been extensively performance tested and is backed by Horton’s warranty.

The PolarForce Two-Speed Conversion Kit installs easily, without removing the fan drive from the engine, and is compatible with any 2.56" (65 mm) fan pilot. The two-speed fan drive will have higher torque for turning larger fans and higher ratios, precise temperature control, quicker response to cooling needs, more available power to mount steep inclines, less wear and maintenance, higher reliability, less radiator abrasion from dust and debris and faster engine warm-ups in cold weather.

In most operating conditions, the converted two-speed fan drive is powered by eddy current, which turns the fan at a lower speed. This reduces noise, saves fuel and increases available horsepower for auxiliary systems. When additional cooling is needed, the fan drive spring-actuates and runs the fan at full input speed.

With more than 55 years of industry experience, commitment to service, reliability and innovation, Horton is a premium worldwide provider of fan drives, fans and suspension products. Horton’s comprehensive research and development processes are driven by a dedication to exceed the industry requirements today and in the future. The company has manufacturing plants in the United States and Germany, with a licensed manufacturing facility in Australia and sales offices in the United States, Germany, South Korea, Mexico, Brazil and Australia. Horton products include Stratis™ Viscous Fan Drives, VMaster® Viscous Fan Drives, DM Advantage™ On/Off and Two-Speed Fan Drives, WindMaster® Fans, Electromagnetic On/Off Fan Drives, DriveMaster® Spring-Engaged Fan Drives, PolarForce™ Two-Speed Conversion Kits, Klondike Series® Replacement Fan Clutches for the Kysor K22RA and repair kits for Kysor’s K22RA and K22FA, repair kits, remanufactured fan drives and Roller Bushing Suspension Products.

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Contact:
Mary Baynes, Sr. Manager, Marketing/Communications
Horton, Inc.
(800) 621-1320, +1(651)361-6564
mary.baynes@hortonww.com