Dometic, eNow offer solar-powered auxiliary A/C for Class 8 sleeper trucks
Dometic is powering its Blizzard Turbo auxiliary air conditioner with eNow’s Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Panel system, which the companies say makes it the first solar-powered auxiliary A/C available for Class 8 sleeper trucks. The Dometic eNow solar-powered Blizzard Turbo auxiliary air conditioner harnesses the power of the sun to capture and store energy in the
TRP introduces all-makes ‘super heavy-duty’ A/C compressors
TRP is expanding its line of all-makes truck, trailer and bus parts with TRP super heavy-duty A/C Compressors. “The compressor is the heart of the HVAC system and is even more crucial for heavy-duty vehicles during the warm summer months,” said Mark Santschi, product marketing manager for PACCAR Parts. “Built with the exact specifications of
Mahle Service Solutions highlights Smart A/C technology
Mahle Service Solutions highlights its Smart A/C technology, which is showcased in its new ArcticPro air conditioning service units (pictured above) integrated with the TechPro diagnostic tool. The ArcticPro ACX1185 A/C service machine is for vehicles that use R134a refrigerant and the ArcticPro ACX1285 machine for vehicles using the new R1234YF refrigerant, which the company says is the
Rechargeable, true UV LED flashlight pinpoints A/C, fluid leaks
Tracer Products has introduced the Tracerline TP-8655 OPTI-PRO Plus — a cordless, rechargeable, true violet light (UV) LED leak detection flashlight. It emits less visible light, making leaks clearer and easier to spot. The OPTI-PRO Plus is engineered with a high-output violet light LED that provides optimal fluorescent dye response and contrast. This ensures that
Red Dot acquires JBAR A/C
Red Dot Corp. has reached an agreement to acquire JBAR A/C Inc., which designs and manufactures heaters and air conditioning systems for vehicles used in construction, materials handling and other heavy-duty applications. The company will operate as a subsidiary of Red Dot, retaining the JBAR brand, management team and employees.
Red Dot to distribute battery-powered aftermarket A/C systems
Red Dot now offers Sleeping Well battery-powered auxiliary air-conditioning systems through its network of warehouse distributors in Canada and the United States. The all-electric A/C systems are sold as complete aftermarket installation kits that fit almost any commercial vehicle. The systems maintain a cool, comfortable cab and sleeper environment while the truck engine is turned off, burning no fuel and producing no emissions and little noise. In addition, they require no regular maintenance.
Robinair rolls out premium RRR A/C machine
The new Robinair premium R-134a Recover, Recycle, and Recharge (RRR) A/C Machine provides accuracy by giving the user the ability to inject dye, flush a vehicle’s A/C system with liquid refrigerant and save and print before and after service data. The unit also offers several new interface options, including a larger operator display screen and database expansion slot that can supply information regarding charge capacity by vehicle model.
Four Seasons Inc. introduces A/C service parts organizer
Four Seasons Inc. announced the availability of its new heavy-duty and off-road air conditioning service parts organizer (Part No. 24815).
The manufacturer said this portable kit contains 127 different part numbers, with everything professional technicians need to complete the repair, including green HNBR O-Rings, hard-to-find sealing washers, orifice tubes, service caps and more. All of the pieces are clearly labeled and organized so technicians won’t waste their valuable time looking for the right part, Four Seasons added.
Four Seasons offers kits to build A/C hoses in the field
Four Seasons said it now offers a comprehensive system for building A/C hoses in the field that is flexible enough for use on most heavy-duty trucks.
Refrigerant ID technology helps shops prevent A/C contamination
Neutronics Refrigerant Analysis, an innovator of Automotive A/C service technology, offers its advanced Ultima ID Refrigerant Identifier to automotive service and repair facilities as the first line tool for safe and profitable mobile A/C service. The innovative, state-of-the-art refrigerant identifier can help prevent the contamination of a shop’s R134a supply, damage and warranty loss on recovery equipment, lost service profits, and even risk of injury.