Thermo King
Thermo King: “Since 1938, Thermo King has helped fleets move temperature-sensitive goods with dependable transport refrigeration units and APUs, smarter fleet telematics, and sustainable cold chain solutions across trailers, trucks, buses, containers, air, and rail.”
What is an auxiliary power unit?
“An auxiliary power unit (APU) is a product that provides cooling, heating, and electrical power for hotel loads in the truck cab when the tractor main engine is off. It also maintains the tractor battery charge level and can be integrated into the tractor engine coolant system to improve starting capability in low ambient environments.”
View in the company profileHow does an APU on a truck work?
“On a truck, an APU operates independently from the main engine to supply electricity and climate control to the cab. This allows drivers to run amenities such as heating, air conditioning, electronics, and microwaves without idling the truck's main engine.”
View in the company profileDoes an APU charge truck batteries?
“Yes, Thermo King APU models have the capability to charge the truck’s batteries while supplying auxiliary power.”
View in the company profileWhy are auxiliary power units environmentally and cost friendly?
“APUs reduce the need to idle the truck's engine, which saves fuel, lowers maintenance costs, and reduces emissions.”
View in the company profileCan you run the truck and the APU at the same time?
“We do not recommend running the truck and the APU at the same time. The APU is designed to operate when the main engine is off. Running both may lead to unnecessary wear and technical issues.”
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