A Guide to Refrigerated Trucks

NEXUS Xus Vehicle Rental A GUIDE TO REFRIGERATED TRUCKS Refrigerated vehicles are ideal for businesses requiring specific temperatures to deliver their goods. Just like a household fridge, refrigeration trucks use an insulated airtight single or dual compartment, with a condenser system to remove any heat from inside the truck. How Does a Refrigerated Truck Work? This specialist vehicle comprises of three main components to help lower the temperature inside the truck. This can range anywhere from -25°C to +25°C: Condenser System A condenser system makes use of thin pipes containing coolant fluid, designed to efficiently absorb heat. As the coolant heats up, it will turn to gas. Compressor and Evaporator A compressor will compress the gas to a very high pressure when it reaches the end of the pipe network. An evaporator then runs regular air from outside through this high pressure coolant gas, turning it back into a liquid. Meanwhile, heat is diffused out into the atmosphere. Power Source Rather than using a source of electricity, the truck relies on a direct drive mechanism that powers the refrigeration compartment through the power generated by the engine. What are Refrigerated Trucks Used for? A refrigerated truck can be used in a variety of industries: Food and Drinks Food and drinks will require cool/freezing temperatures to stay fresh and preserved before they are delivered to their final location. A dual temperature truck would be ideal to maintain cool and frozen compartments specified for different food types. Pharmaceuticals Refrigerated trucks can store life-saving medications and safely transport them in a temperature sensitive environment until they reach a pharmacy. Agriculture Bees are needed to pollinate food crops. They are safely transported to bee keepers in refrigerated trucks because they produce a huge amount of heat. So much in fact, that without being cooled, the cargo could be damaged during transportation. Nexus Vehicle Rental provides access to over 50,000 HGVS for hire from 300 UK locations. For unusual loads or just extra capacity, it offers a comprehensive choice of fully maintained carrier solutions. Contact Nexus today: www.nexusrental.co.uk in