A:  California Air Resources Board (ARB) is the "clean air agency" of the state of California. Established in 1967, its stated goals are to: attain and maintain healthy air quality, conduct research into the causes of and solutions to air pollution, and systematically attack the serious problem caused by motor vehicles, which are the major causes of air pollution in the State. The eleven member board is appointed by governor. Half of the appointees are experts in medicine, chemistry, physics, meteorology, engineering, business, and law. Others represent regional pollution control agencies in California: Los Angeles region, San Francisco Bay area, San Diego, and the San Joaquin Valley, and one for the other districts.

A:  Diesel retrofitting is modifying an existing diesel exhaust system by removing the existing muffler, and replacing it with a special device that traps or burns off PM (particulate matter) and other highly poisonous material that has historically been expelled into the air, causing serious health problems. The exact method the device uses to clean the diesel exhaust varies by the level of the device.

A:  Generally speaking, Level 1 devices reduce PM emissions by 25% - 49%, Level 2 devices reduce PM by 50% - 84%, and Level 3 devices reduce PM by 85% and greater.

A:  The California Air Resources Board requires diesel exhaust temperature testing using a process called "Data Logging" in which a sensor is installed in the diesel exhaust system measuring temperatures for 4-8 hrs during normal use.

Ironman provides all services related to obtaining ARB compliance including Data Logging. Data results from your diesel engines are analyzed by diesel emissions specialists. Ironman combines these results with your engine make and year, industry, and other vital data to determine the right diesel emissions device needed to obtain your ARB compliance.

A:   Diesel Particulate Filters trap particulate matter, diesel soot, and other diesel pollutants. Some Diesel Particulate Filters also reduce Nox. the Click Here to view Ironman Product Matrix and the various levels of diesel emissions reduction available. Ironman products are California Air Resources Board verified to ensure your compliance.

A:  Knowledge and experience are crucial, as well as long-term maintenance. Don't choose someone who will just sell you a diesel retrofit device and walk away. Diesel retrofit devices are a serious investment containing advanced technology.

Ironman has provided thousands of successful ARB-compliant retrofits in nearly every industry that uses diesel engines. We partner with you every step of the way from consultation, installation, grant assistance, ARB reporting, and long-term maintenance. In thousands of retrofits across all major industries, we have never failed to be ARB-compliant.

A:  Prices vary depending upon the level of technology required, and the installation method. To help you offset retrofit costs, Ironman provides professional grant assistance for the millions of dollars of free government funds available. Applying for funds early is crucial.

A:  You can call us now at (800) 889-1882. We also offer workshops for fleet, equipment, and business managers to discuss in-depth ARB requirements specific to your industry.

A:   Heavy-duty trucks and buses account for about one-third of NOx emissions and one-quarter of PM emissions from mobile sources. In some urban areas, the contribution is even greater. The fine particles in diesel exhaust (known as particulate matter) can penetrate deep into the lungs and pose serious health risks including aggravated asthma, lung damage, and other serious health problems. In addition, diesel exhaust is a likely human carcinogen. Children are more susceptible to air pollution than healthy adults because their respiratory systems are still developing and they have a faster breathing rate.

Diesel exhaust also has environmental impacts. PM from diesel engines contribute to haze, which restricts visibility. In addition, diesel exhaust contributes to ozone formation (a component of smog), acid rain, and global climate change.