Carrier FLEET Model
y Short Version
:'t Partnership (For Carriers with 20 or Fewer Trucks)
EPA's SmartWaySM Transport Partnership is a voluntary program that
recognizes Partners for setting and achieving greenhouse gas (GHG)
reduction goals in freight transport.
Becoming a Smart Way Transport Carrier Makes Good
Business Sense
• Cost Savings:
The Partnership promotes new technologies and management practices to
save fuel, which saves you money, period.
• Business-to-Business Advantage:
SmartWay Transport Carriers are preferred by SmartWay Transport Shippers,
and they want to ship their goods with you. Shipper Partners are already giving
priority contracts to SmartWay Transport Carriers.
• Technical Support:
EPA will assist you in developing and meeting your goals.
• Recognition for Your Existing Environmental Improvements:
Your fleet's existing fuel efficiency strategies, coupled with continued
improvements, determine your status in the Partnership. You get full credit for
improvements made thus far.
• Promotional opportunities and public recognition:
The SmartWay Transport Partner brand of excellence is awarded to qualifying
Partners as a visible cue to your business customers, clients, and consumers
to use in their advertising and other promotional media. It tells them that you
are a champion of environmental stewardship and helps them to make
educated choices about SmartWay Transpori(ed) products. Visible exposure
through national and regional events, advertisements, articles, and special
recognition are just a few ways that EPA commits to recognize your
achievements.
Becoming a Partner is Easy
Simply complete the information on page 2 and 4; and, mail, fax, or email this form/
spreadsheet to
SmartWay Transport Partnership
U.S. EPA Office of Transportation and Air Quality
2000 Traverwood
Ann Arbor, Ml 48105
Fax: (734) 214-4052
Email: smartway_transport@epa.gov
For more information about joining the SmartWay Transport Partnership or for other
assistance, call us at (734) 214-4767.
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Carrier FLEET Model
.S^N ' Short Version
Transport Partnership (For Carriers with 20 or Fewer Trucks)
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Partnership Agreement
Column C ColumnF Columnl
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Company:
Contact:
Address:
City:
Phone:
SCAC:
State:
FAX:
E-Mail:
|ZIP:
EPA's SmartWay Transport Partnership is a voluntary program that recognizes Partners for setting and achieving
greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction goals in freight transport.
With this agreement, the company named above, joins EPA's SmartWay Transport Partnership and commits to:
Measure its environmental performance by completing the Short Version of the Freight Logistics Environmental and
Energy Tracking (FLEET) performance model (page 4) of emission/fuel savings practices and technologies
installed and/or used on tractors.
Improve its Point Total score by at least 15% per year for three years.
Report annually progress toward achieving performance by resubmitting Short Version of FLEET performance model
each year.
In return, EPA commits to:
Increase public awareness of Partner participation in the SmartWay Transport Partnership by listing Partners on the
EPA SmartWay Transport Partnership web site and in related educational, promotional and media materials.
Obtain express written consent from a Partner before publishing the Partner's name in any context or for any purpose
other than those stipulated above.
Publicize the actual performance data of Partners only with a Partner's express permission, except as otherwise
required by law.
Assist Partners in achieving goals, by working to address challenges, create incentives, and provide technical
assistance and support (subject to appropriations).
General terms:
If the Partner or EPA defaults upon this agreement at any point, the agreement shall be considered null and void.
Either party can terminate the agreement at any time without prior notification or penalties or any further obligation.
EPA agrees not to comment publicly regarding the withdrawal of Partners.
EPA reserves the right to suspend or revoke Partner status for any Partner that fails to accomplish the specific
actions to which it committed in the SmartWay Transport Partnership Agreement and subsequent Agreements.
The Partner agrees that it will not claim or imply that its participation in the SmartWay Transport Partnership
constitutes EPA approval or endorsement of anything other than the Partner's commitment to the program. The
Partner will not make statements or imply that EPA endorses the purchase or sale of the Partner's products and
services or the views of the organization.
The Partner understands that it bears its own costs for participation in this program, and agrees not to submit a claim
for compensation to EPA or any other Federal agency on the basis of this agreement.
Authorized Partner Official:
The undersigned understands and agrees to the terms of the EPA SmartWay Transport Partnership. Entering data below and
then submitting to the EPA via Email, will constitute a "signature" for the purpose of this document.
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Signature:
Print Name:
Title:
Date:
Return page 2 and 4 to:
EPA SmartWay Transport Partnership
2000 Traverwood
Ann Arbor, Ml 48105
Or, Fax to 734-214-4906 Or, Email to Smartway_transport@epa.gov
For additional information about the SmartWay Program, access the SmartWay website at www.epa.gov/smartway/
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Carrier FLEET Model
Short Version
rr«U1SpOrt Partnership (For Carriers with 20 or Fewer Trucks)
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I fill out the FLEET Model form on page 4?
o Owner/ Operator (1 truck)
Enter a 1 in ColumnB on lines that describe your truck (ColumnC)
o Small Fleets (2 to 20 trucks)
Enter number of trucks in ColumnB that have the characteristics described in ColumnC
The calculation for Column I is as follows:
# Trucks from ColumnB times ColumnH
Total Number of Trucks from Line !86
The Shipper Index Factor (SIF) is based upon the total of ColumnH, using the table at the bottom of the form.
2. How does my SmartWay Shipper Index Factor (SIF) compare to other truck operators' scores?
The SmarfWay SIF scores are grouped into three categories. The average performance of current SmartWay carrier
Partners who have completed a FLEET model is shown in the table below:
SIF Score % of Total Performance
0.75 60 • Good environmental perfromance
1.00 15 • Very good environmental performance
1 25 25 « Outstanding environmental performance
3. Why should I improve my S/F score?
A higher SmartWay score shows better fuel efficiency. Fuel typically accounts for 20-25 % of the cost of operating a
truck. Any fuel that is saved results in reduced costs. At the same time, using less fuel lowers greenhouse gas
emissions and air pollution.
4. How do I improve my SIF score?
Each SmartWay Partner is expected to improve its score over time. The most effective steps a trucker can take to
improve fuel efficiency are:
• Reduced idling. Atypical long-haul combination truck can save up to 1900 gallons of fuel each year by using
auxiliary power units, automatic engine idle systems and truck stop electrification.
• Lower speed. Reducing highway speed by 5 mph can cut fuel use and greenhouse gas emissions by over 7%.
• Better aerodynamics. Aerodynamic drag (wind resistance) accounts for most truck energy losses at highway
speeds. Reducing drag improves fuel efficiency. For example, cutting drag by 25% can improve fuel efficiency by
up to 15%. Methods include use of fairings as well as cab extenders to minimize the gap between tractor and
trailer.
• Tires. Specifying single wide-base tires on a new combination truck could result in fuel savings of 2% or more.
Automatic tire inflation systems can save tire maintenance costs and improve fuel economy by 1%.
• Low-friction lubricants. Synthetic engine and drive train lubricants can improve fuel economy by about 3%.
• Driver training. Even highly experienced truck drivers can boost their skills and enhance driving performance
through driver training programs. A few simple changes in driving techniques (e.g. cruise control, block-shift,
progressive shift) can produce sizable fuel savings of 5% or more.
5. How do I track my progress ?
By completing the Short Form in this application, a trucker establishes a performance baseline that can be used for later
comparison. After each year, a SmartWay trucker is expected to complete and submit an updated Short Form. These
annual updates allow progress to be tracked.
6. What does the "Emissions Tons Saved per Year" mean?
Based upon how many trucks you have and which attributes you select, you can calculate how much emissions you are
saving each year as compared to a non-aerodynamic baseline truck that idles 8 hours per day. For example, if you have
one truck and are idling less than 300 hours per year, you are not emitting 16 tons of CO2 (Carbon Dioxide) and .288
tons of Particulate Matter and Nitrous Oxide gas per year.
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I'ransport Partnership
Carrier FLEET Model
Short Version
(For Carriers with 20 or Fewer Trucks)
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Company:
Total Number of Trucks:
Total Gallons Fuel Used per Year:
Total Miles Driven per Year:
MPG:
Instructions: ColumnB enter# Trucks that have the attributes listed in ColumnC
Column! equals ColumnB divided by Total Number of Trucks multiplied by ColumnH
ColumnF-C02 equals ColumnB multiplied by ColumnD-C02
ColumnG-PM/NOX equals ColumnB multiplied by ColumnE-PM/NOX
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EMISSION BONUS POINTS : !;
Participate Trap Installed (pre-2004)
Oxidation Catalyst Installed (pre-2004)
ECM Reflashed (1994 - 1998 only trucks)
ENGINE IDLINS -HRS PER YR
300 Hours or less
301 hours to 599 hours
600 hours to 899 hours
900 hours to 1199 hours
1200 hours to 1500 hours
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• • • Emission Tons Saved par Year ' • • •
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PMJNOX
0.288
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AERODYNAMICS
Aero Profile Tractor
Cab Over Engine
Integrated Cab Roof Fairing
Cab Roof Fairing Add-on
Cab Roof Deflector
Cab Side Fairing
Cab Front Air Dam Bumper
Cab Aerodynamic Mirrors
Trailer Gap Less Than 44"
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Single-Wide
Auto Inflation System
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LOW FRICTION LUBRICANTS
Synth Engine Lubricants
Synth DriveTrain Lubricants
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Signature
Date
Version 2.0 - September, 2007
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Cell: C66
Comment: Company:
Enter official company name
Cell: C67
Comment: Contact:
Enter name of SmartWay contact
Cell: C68
Comment: Address:
Enter company address
Cell: C69
Comment: City:
Enter company state
Cell: F69
Comment: State:
Enter company state
Cell: 169
Comment: ZIP:
Enter company ZIP code
Cell: C70
Comment: Phone:
Enter SmartWay Contact phone number
Cell: F70
Comment: FAX:
Enter FAX number of SmartWay contact
Cell: C71
Comment: SCAC: ^
Enter Standard Carrier Alpha CodljgCAC) if known. The Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC) is a unique
two-to-four-letter code used to identify transmutation companies. NMFTA assigns SCACs for all companies
except those codes identificatioSPFFreight containers not operating exclusively in North America,
intermodal chassis non-railroad owned rail cars, and railroads. To apply online go to
https://secure. nmfta.org/sclcapp.htm
Cell: F71
Comment: E-Mail:
Enter Email address of SmartWay contact
CeI!:C104
Comment: Signature:
Cell: G104
Comment: Title:
Cell: C106
Comment: Print Name:
CeI!:G106
Comment: Date:
Cell: D186
Comment: Total Number of Trucks:
Enter Number of Trucks between 1 and 20
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Comment: Total Miles Driven per Year:
Cell: D187
Comment: Total Gallons Fuel Used per Year:
Cell: 1187
Comment: MPG is calculated:
Total Miles Drivern per Year divided by Total Gallons Fuel Userd per Year
Cell: B194
Comment: In Column B :
Enter number of trucks that have attributes listed in Column C
Cell: H194
Comment: ColumnH represents annual fuel savings in gallons divided by 1000 for 1 truck
Cell: 1194
Comment: Columnl is calculated:
Columns divided by CellD186(Total Number of Trucks) times ColumnH
Cell: C196
Comment: Diesel Particulate Filter: A Diesel Particulate Filter, sometimes called a DPF, is device designed to remove
diesel particulate matter or soot from the exhaust gas of a diesel engine, most of which are rated at 85%
efficiency, but often attaining efficiencies of over 90%. A diesel-powered vehicle with a filter installed will emit
no visible smoke from its exhaust pipe.
Cell: C197
Comment: Oxidation Catalyst: The diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC) is effective for the control of carbon monoxide (CO),
hydrocarbons (HC), odor causing compounds, and the soluble organic fraction (SOF) of particulate matter
(PM10).
Cell: D199
Comment: Emission Tons SavecTperTear is based upon an average engine idle time of 1920 hours per year
Cell: B200
Comment: If 1 Truck, choose 1 of lines 201, 202, 203, 204, 205
Cell: C200
Comment: For 1 Truck:
Pick one
For 1+ trucks:
Pick all that apply
Cell:
Comment: Carbon dioxide is a chemical compound composed of one carbon and two oxygen atoms. It is present in the
Earth's atmosphere at a low concentration and acts as a greenhouse gas.
Cell: E200
Comment: Particulates, alternatively referred to as particulate matter (PM), aerosols or fine particles, are tiny particles of
solid (a smoke) or liquid (an aerosol) suspended in a gas.
NOx is a generic term for the various nitrogen oxides produced during combustion. They are believed to
aggravate asthmatic conditions, react with the oxygen in the air to produce ozone, which is also an irritant and
eventually form nitric acid when dissolved in waters
Cell: F200
Comment: CO2 is calculated:
ColumnB Number of Trucks times ColumnC^CjOg tons saved
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Cell: G200
Comment: PIWNOX is calculated:
Column B Number of Trucks times Column E PM/NOX Tons saved per year
Cell: C206
Comment: Choose all that apply:
Cell:
Comment: If 1 Truck, choose 1 of lines 209, 210, or 211.
Ce!!:B210
Comment: If 1 Truck, choose 1 of lines 209, 210, or 211.
Ce!!:B211
Comment: If 1 Truck, choose 1 of lines 209, 210, or 211.
Ce!!:C216
Comment: Choose all that apply:
Cell:C219
Comment: Choose all that apply:
Cell:
Comment: If 1 truck, enter 1 of line 223, 224, 225, 226, 227, 228, or 229.
Cell: C222
Comment: For 1 Truck:
Pick one
For 1+ trucks:
Pick all that apply
CO2 savings are compare'dltTan average speed of 70 MPH
Cell: F230
Comment: Emission Tons Saved Totals C02:
Calculated - Sum of F201 ttfru F229
Cell:
Comment: Emission Tons Saved Totals - PM/NOX:
Calculated - sum of G201 thru G205
Ce(ITI230"
Comment: Point Total:
Calculated - sum of 1201 thru I 229
Cell: D231
Comment: SIF: Shipper Index Factor. A number used by SmartWay Shipper partners to the fuel and emissions
efficiency of their carriers. Score is posted on SmartWay web site.
Cell: I234
Comment: Shipper Index Factor is derived from Table on the left.
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