Thermo King’s new SLX trailer reefer offers improved fuel economy, reliability
Thermo King recently showcased its new SLX trailer refrigeration unit in the U.S. to gauge customer interest and gather feedback on the new technology. The SLX line, already launched in Europe, brings customers improved performance, reduced environmental impact and a lower cost of ownership.
International Truck and Engine partners with Johnson Refrigerated Truck Bodies to launch a new product to keep shipments cool
International Truck and Engine Corp., a Navistar company, and Johnson Refrigerated Truck Bodies, a CARLISLE company, are jointly launching a “cool” new product called RouteMax that will provide a new alternative to refrigerated transportation. Together, the companies say they have developed technology exclusively on International DuraStar trucks that efficiently keeps food and beverage shipments cool while in transit.
ASE introduces refrigerant program application wizard
The National Institute for Automotive Excellence (ASE) today released its new Section 609 wizard to help service technician quickly determine their EPA approved credentialing requirements for air conditioning service. The wizard helps eliminate some of the confusion when working on air conditioning systems used in different types of vehicles.
Sun Power introduces anti-idling system
Sun Power Technologies launched its self contained ECO-AIR 12-volt anti-idling system. The system is designed to deliver 10,000 BTU of cooling capacity per hour for eight to12 hours without using any of the truck’s power sources.
Thermo King launches cargo heater kit, power pack
Thermo King introduced two new products through its aftermarket division – the E-28 Cargo Heater Kit and the EON Power Pack. The E-28 Cargo Heater Kit protects perishables from cold temperatures without using engine heat, saving fuel and engine wear, the company said. The E-28 features high volume heat output, high airflow for even heat distribution, electronically controlled temperature regulation and a corrosion-resistant painted aluminum enclosure. The kit includes an Espar D8 fuel-fired heater, weatherproof thermostat enclosure, wiring to truck electrical system and fuel pump with hoses.
Thermo King launches Spectrum temperature system
Thermo King launched the Spectrum SB Multi-Temperature System with SmartReefer2 (SR-2) controller for trailers. It is designed to offer advanced cargo protection, reduced maintenance, ease of use and environmental responsibility.
Cooling Cost Control
If you expect the cost of diesel fuel to come down soon and your refrigerated freight can wait until it does, or if your fleet has enough money available that it doesn’t matter how much it spends on fuel to run your reefers, you can skip this article. If, however, you, like most, don’t expect fuel prices to ever come down to the levels of the recent past – or even stabilize in our lifetime – then fuel economy is likely a high priority for you.
Zero RPMs
Excessive engine idling consumes more than 800 million gallons of diesel fuel a year.
Modine offers idle reduction system
Modine Manufacturing Co., a designer and developer of heating and cooling solutions for a diversified group of markets including truck, construction, agriculture, industrial, and automotive, unveiled a new fuel cell product that will reduce emissions and cut costs for over-the-road truck drivers, the company said.
Thermo King announces rebate program
Thermo King offers the Thermo King Summer Instant Rebate Program.