In recent years, regulations have increased efforts to eliminate discretionary idling. Anti-idling pressure is likely to intensify as states and provinces pass stricter idle free system rules with more severe penalties for violators.
Regulatory agencies are working with industry partners to foster awareness of the harmful effects of truck idling and the solutions available to combat it. Idle Free Systems offers a complete electric APU (eAPU®) solution for idle elimination.
Discretionary idling for a typical fleet sleeper truck can consume as much as 3,000 gallons of diesel per year. Depending on diesel prices, this means the Idle Free eAPU® can deliver annual savings of up to $10,000.
This idle free system cools down sleeper cabs faster and stays cool at 74.9º F for over 10 hours-more than twice the time of an eAPU® competitor.
The Idle Free eAPU®eliminates the extra engine wear and tear associated with discretionary idling. This leads to reduced maintenance costs and fewer oil changes.
The Idle Free eAPU® complies with all anti-idle and no-idle laws as well as idling rules from the California Air Resources Board (CARB). The benefits extend beyond regulatory compliance- the Idle Free eAPU®is manufactured according to EPA SmartWay Verified Technologies. SmartWay Verified Technologies are the cleanest and most fuel-efficient available on the market.
By eliminating discretionary idling, the Idle Free eAPU®greatly reduces truck CO2 emissions. It also offers drivers and fleet operators an opportunity to promote their environmental credentials to increasingly discerning customers and communities.
The Idle Free eAPU® is designed to eliminate idling and deliver exceptional performance for drivers while using less energy in general. Cab Power provides “living room” electrical convenience for truck drivers.
The evaporator installs without any duct work for better, quieter air flow and cooling capacity. Idle Free’s patent-pending A/C unit is rated at 7,500 BTU maximum output and meets the 10 hour requirement, while maintaining an average temperature of 74.9° F with an ambient temperature of 100° F.
