Beginning Jan. 1, 2013, Thermo King will be offering its new Precedent platform for refrigeration units to meet EPA Tier 4 standards for both fuel efficiency and emissions control. The platform will include greater than 25 HP single- and multi-temperature models and less than 25 HP single temperature models. The decision to offer a greater than 25 HP solution, according to the company, enables Thermo King to continue production of its current range of SB models through 2013, giving customers the widest possible array of options during the transition period.

Due to expected demand, Thermo King will have a limit on availability of its SB230 model and will require all orders to be placed by March 31, 2013, with shipment no later than December 31, 2013. It is not expected that the SB230 will be available beyond 2013. Orders will be accepted and filled on a first come, first served basis in accordance with EPA rules.