Bridgwater, UK: Falcon Vehicle Solutions has taken delivery of 15 new Chereau trailers with Carrier Transicold Vector HE 19 multi-temperature fridges.
This is the first time Falcon has specified Carrier’s Vector HE 19 unit, previously opting for the Vector 1950 MT system for its 250 temperature-controlled trailers and vehicles, which is now 97% Carrier-cooled.
“We’ve been a Carrier Transicold customer for more than a decade, during which they have continually impressed us with outstanding products and aftersales support,” said Darren Moore, senior UK key accounts manager, Falcon Vehicle Solutions.
“When we were shown the environmental and cost benefits of the Vector HE 19 unit, we knew they would be the ideal choice. Being more efficient and much quieter, all 15 additional trailers were immediately snapped up by our customers and we’re getting excellent feedback.”
Combining Carrier Transicold’s E-Drive all-electric technology with an all-new multi-speed engine design, the Vector HE 19 MT unit can cut fuel consumption by up to 30% while operating 3 dB(A) quieter when compared to the previous generation Vector 1950 MT unit.
Additionally, the unit’s scroll compressor and economiser provide a 40% increase in refrigeration capacity during pull-down, reduces the chance of refrigerant escape by 50% and, when plugged into the electrical grid on standby, is 19% more efficient.
Collectively, these factors reduce diesel, maintenance and electricity costs, making the Vector HE 19 MT unit an extremely attractive proposition for end-users, Carrier says.
“As a vehicle hire business, we don’t experience the fuel savings first-hand, but the new units allow us to drive down fuel costs for our customers, while cutting emissions and increasing their fleet sustainability – precisely what customers want from a trusted supplier,” Moore said.
“This experience with the Vector HE 19 has reminded us why Carrier Transicold remains our number one choice for transport refrigeration equipment.”
The trailers will operate for six years, primarily delivering frozen and chilled food to the hospitality and retail sectors for a range of customers. They will clock up approximately 120,000 kilometres per year and be on the road seven days a week.
