Truckstop electrification comes to more sites
Four more sites in the Mid-South and central U.S. have received plug-in-power installations through the federally funded Shorepower Truck Electrification Project, administered jointly by Shorepower Technologies and Cascade Sierra Solutions.
Bergstrom launches ‘Just Right with Nite’ vacation giveaway
The Webasto Air Top 2000 ST auxiliary heater is available with Bergstrom’s family of battery-powered Nite no-idle systems. To celebrate the partnership, Bergstrom is giving away a destination vacation for one Nite owner and one Nite dealer.
Shorepower, Flying J deploy plug-in power at Iowa truckstop
Shorepower technologies has added 24 electrical connections at truck stop parking spaces at the Broadway Flying J Travel Plaza on Interstate 35 at Exit 144 in Williams, Iowa. The move is part of the Shorepower Truck Electrification Project, a federally-funded program aimed at reducing truck idling.
Midlands Carrier Transicold to distribute Idle Free electric APU
Midlands Carrier Transicold has signed an agreement to sell, install and service Idle Free Systems’ Idle Free electric APU, which the maker said meets all driver heat, air conditioning and electricity needs without jeopardizing the productivity of the truck.
Dynasys APU available
Hodyon said its Dynasys auxiliary power unit provides dependable comfort during down times, reduces emissions and dramatically lowers fuel costs of idling.
Taking the first STEP
The federally-funded Shorepower Truck Electrification Project is developing infrastructure for electrical connections at truck stops along major freight corridors across the U.S.
Environmental solution for truck stops supports reefers, too
The Shorepower Truck Electrification Project, which is developing infrastructure for electrical connections at truck stops along major freight corridors across the U.S., also equips sites with 460-volt power supplies to support the growing population of transport refrigeration units with 460-volt electric standby (eTRUs).
ATRI Updates online idling regulations compendium
The American Transportation Research Institute has updated the listing of state and local idling regulations found on its website, including two newly enacted regulations and an upcoming change to an existing law.
Dangerous R-134a contamination found, testing urged
Worldwide Neutronics has issued a warning distributed by the Mobile Air Conditioning Society advising that all industries using R-134a refrigerant immediately test all cylinders thought to be virgin R-134a due to reports of widespread contamination.
Bergstrom introduces next generation heater control valves
The company’s next generation heater control valve is a highly compatible component that features a more robust design and increased versatility. It is designed to retain its properties when exposed to new organic acid technology-type long-life OAT coolants.