Transport temperature control provider, Thermo King, has extended the compatibility of its diesel truck refrigeration units with the introduction of a sustainable biofuel option.
In a major advancement to transport decarbonisation, Thermo King’s truck refrigeration units are now compatible with an EN 14214 standard B100 FAME (Fatty Acid Methyl Esters) biofuel.
This development is part of Thermo King’s, and parent company Trane Technologies’, commitment to providing customers with alternative solutions to fossil fuels.
Thermo King’s truck diesel engine units are now certified as compatible with another renewable fuel to lower emissions while maintaining operational reliability and service coverage.
This means there is no impact on maintenance or warranty coverage.
In comes after Thermo King, in 2021, validated the performance of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) fossil-free diesel.
The B100 biofuel, usually made from feed stocks, such as rapeseed oil, can reduce lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions by around 60 per cent and cut fine particulate emissions by up to 78 per cent.
This equates to an equivalent total saving of up to 50 tonnes of CO2 over the lifetime of the refrigeration unit.
To ensure quality and engine compatibility, the biofuel must adhere to the EN14214 standard, while the refrigeration unit needs to be specifically prepared for the use of this biofuel.
“Thermo King remains committed to delivering solutions contributing to a more sustainable refrigerated fleet and a cleaner environment,” said Thermo King Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) Product Manager SP Truck, Davide Previsdomini.
“This development aligns with broader industry efforts to lower the environmental impact of refrigerated transport and highlights our dedication to supporting customers with existing, traditional and non-electrified fleets who are seeking responsible solutions for more sustainable operations.
The primary benefits of having the EN 14214 biofuel compatibility include:
- Up to 60 per cent reduction in lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions.
- Up to 78 per cent decrease in particulate matter.
- Up to 14 per cent reduction in hydrocarbon and NOx emissions.
- Up to 27 per cent reduction in carbon monoxide emissions.
- Units can reliably run on B100 biofuel without reduction on the standard service interval or warranty coverage.
Diesel truck Thermo King units meet the most stringent Non-Road Mobile Machinery (NRMM) Stage V homologation standards specifically for EN14214 B100 biofuel.
The factory-installed B100 biofuel option is now available on all new Thermo King TX-Series models.
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