Carrier Transicold has introduced its new thin-profile Vector 8400R refrigeration unit for domestic intermodal containers. The new unit was unveiled at the Intermodal Association of North America’s Intermodal Expo and delivers efficient refrigeration in a thin-profile design. Additionally, the company stated that it surpasses EPA Tier 4 requirements by cutting particulate emissions for lifetime compliance with California Air Resources Board (CARB) requirements without the need for future exhaust control systems.
“Carrier Transicold intermodal units play a vital role in helping California to ship agricultural products throughout North America, and lifetime CARB compliance helps our customers achieve maximum value for their investment,” said Bill Maddox, senior manager – product management, Carrier Transicold. “While innovating to achieve greater emissions performance, we also focused on optimizing fuel efficiency, making the Vector 8400R an even more attractive upgrade for intermodal carriers.”
Read more: Carrier adds new Vector trailer refrigeration unitsThe company claimed that the Vector 8400R is about 40% thinner than a traditional intermodal refrigeration unit, so that it fits within a trim envelope and maximizes usable container space for more efficient operations. As a result, the Vector 8400R can carry up 15 pallet rows rather than 14.
The unit also features an advanced new engine with common-rail fuel injection and a diesel oxidation catalyst that pushes particulate, hydrocarbon and NOx emissions to new lows without requiring complex exhaust gas recirculation systems. The unit uses CARB-compliant R-452A refrigerant to further reduce its global warming potential.
Carrier Transicold’s Vector 8400R utilizes the company’s all-electric E Drive technology and features integrated plug-in electric standby capability to maintain refrigeration, airflow, and quick pulldown. The integrated standby also ensures that the unit’s refrigeration and freezing capacities remain constant.
The diesel engine is direct-coupled to a high-output generator to produce power for the all-electric refrigeration system, and intelligent controls automatically activate individual components when the system needs them for longer component life.
Finally, Vector 8400R units are equipped with Carrier Transicold’s Lynx Fleet telematics solution for remote monitoring of temperatures, location, movement, and unit operating performance (subscription required). To help maintain the charge of the battery supporting the unit and its telematics system, Carrier Transicold offers an optional 50-watt rail-optimized solar charging system designed for placement on the unit door, as intermodal containers are often double-stacked, limiting the application of rooftop mounted systems.
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