Phillips provides Permalogic Selector System

Jan. 1, 2010
Phillips has released its Permalogic Selector System designed specifically for fleets using refrigerated trailers and liftgates

Phillips has released its Permalogic Selector System designed specifically for fleets using refrigerated trailers and liftgates.

A common problem many of these fleets are experiencing is that the liftgate batteries do not recharge quickly enough to provide a full day's worth of deliveries. The cost of a non-functioning liftgate can be expensive and make it difficult to maintain an on-time delivery schedule.

The Permalogic Selector System is integrated into a sealed junction box at the nose of the trailer. A dual-pole socket is used to pull power directly from the truck batteries along with a direct connection from the reefer batteries. By sensing the source of power with the most charging capacity, the Permalogic Selector System directs the charge to a DC-to-DC converter, which boosts the voltage to 14.4 volts. This accelerates the charging process between deliveries to ensure the liftgate has sufficient power at the next stop.

This system also works on a reefer trailer when it is staged for transfer, or not connected to a truck. By drawing power from the running reefer unit every time it cycles on, liftgate batteries get a frequent recharge to assure they are operational the next time the liftgate is used.

Visit www.phillipsind.com to learn more.