Achates Power
Achates Power provides Opposed-Piston Engine technology that enhances efficiency, reduces emissions, and is cost-effective. The company collaborates with leading engine manufacturers and is involved in various sectors, including military, maritime, and commercial trucking.
Services
Achates Power provides enabling Opposed-Piston Engine technology for ultra-clean, ultra-efficient, and cost-effective transportation. The company offers engineering and engine design services based on proprietary technology. Clients manufacture these engines for their applications, with Achates Power earning royalties for each engine sold through its technology licenses. The company is actively engaged with leading passenger vehicle and commercial truck OEMs and suppliers globally, and it is also involved in the military, maritime, and stationary power industries.
Technology and Compliance
Achates Power's Opposed-Piston Engines deliver best-in-class efficiency while meeting federal and state emissions requirements. The engines provide heavy-duty truck fuel efficiency technology with a 90% reduction in NOx emissions and meet future year EPA CO2 levels. They also meet Tier 4 Final emission standards, surpassing industry-leading efficiency benchmarks. The company's design leverages standard materials and processes, enabling production in existing manufacturing plants with modest re-tooling expenses.
Collaborations and Contracts
Achates Power works with leading engine companies, licensing designs, development and test tools, software, and patents. The company partners with the U.S. Army on the Advanced Combat Engine (ACE), which is a key component of the Army's 30-year strategy to modernize tactical and combat vehicles. Additionally, Achates Power collaborates with Cummins and other industry leaders to develop advanced engine technologies for various sectors, including military, maritime, and stationary power.
Founders and History
Achates Power was launched in 2004 by James Lemke and John Walton. Since its inception, the company has focused on the development of Opposed-Piston Engines that meet stringent emissions standards while significantly enhancing fuel efficiency. Over the years, Achates Power has received multiple awards and grants, including a $14 million project from the U.S. Army and a $9 million award from the U.S. Department of Energy, underscoring its commitment to innovative and efficient engine technology.
Testing Facilities
Achates Power operates a state-of-the-art fuel lab and testing facilities that include three dynamometers equipped with comprehensive instrumentation to record all necessary engine parameters and test cell conditions. These facilities enable the company to thoroughly test and validate their Opposed-Piston Engines, ensuring they meet the highest standards of efficiency, reliability, and emissions compliance.