Attwood Announces the Launch of Next Generation Fuel Systems

Attwood Announces the Launch of Next Generation Fuel Systems
Attwood Enters into Design, Manufacturing and Distribution Partnership with The Stant Corporation.

Lowell, MI, Sept. 30, 2008: Attwood announced today that it has launched the development of the next generation of marine fuel systems in partnership with The Stant Corporation. Attwood and Stant have established a long-term design, manufacturing and distribution partnership that will enable Attwood to lead the development of the next generation of marine fuel systems capable of meeting all upcoming CARB and EPA regulations in the most economical and safest way possible.

Attwood will serve as Stant’s exclusive partner in the marine industry and will take the lead in adapting proven, reliable and cost-effective technology for the marine industry.

“Attwood is proud to help our industry through a challenging transition to CARB and EPA compliant fuel systems. While marine fuel systems have remained relatively simple and unchanged for many years, new regulations will require a significant increase in their complexity to function effectively. We cannot approach this one component at a time, but rather the fuel system in its entirety must be considered and optimized. Additionally, as part of this program, Attwood is taking concrete steps to solve the persistent problem of fuel spill and spitback in the marine industry,” said Chris Drees, president of Attwood. Attwood Carbon Canister Attwood will demonstrate the first steps of this program at IBEX (Oct. 6-8, 2008), where the first generation marine carbon canister system intended to meet the CARB requirements in California beginning in January, FOR RELEASE 9 A.M. EST, SEPTEMBER 30, 2008 MORE

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2009 will be introduced. The first generation marine carbon canister system will be available for sale on Nov. 15, 2008. Pricing and additional details will be released by Attwood at the IBEX trade show. Headquartered in Lowell, Mich., Attwood is the nation’s leading parts and accessories provider for the marine industry. Headquartered in Connersville, Ind., The Stant Corporation is the nation’s leading developer and manufacturer of automotive fuel systems and related components.

Attwood Marine
Phone 616-897-2387
1016 N. Monroe St.
Lowell, MI 49331
www.attwoodmarine.com