THE FACTS ABOUT DEF AND UREA ON INLAND WATERWAYS

The Facts About DEF and Urea
The Facts About DEF and Urea

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Cat®️ Tier 4 Final engines reduce NOx emissions through the use of an aftertreatment system. That system uses Diesel Exhaust Fluid, or DEF, to break down NOx into harmless nitrogen and water. Other industries have used DEF — often referred to as “urea” — for years, but it’s relatively new to the inland waterway market. That’s led to lots of questions and misconceptions. Here’s what you need to know:

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