Food hauler trials Sunswap’s solar TRUs
Moores Refrigeration Controlled Transport (MRCT), a U.K.-based refrigerated and frozen food distribution company, recently completed a trial of Sunswap’s zero-emission transport refrigeration unit (TRU).
The trial demonstrated that the performance of Sunswap Endurance in temperature-controlled transportation matches that of traditional diesel-powered units, making it an “easy-to-adopt, viable solution” for companies looking to reduce their environmental impact, Sunswap reported. Notably, solar power contributed a “significant” portion of the energy used during the test, highlighting the system’s sustainability.
“We were impressed by the performance of Sunswap’s Endurance unit during our trial,” David Brown, MRCT managing director, said in a news release. “Not only did it maintain optimal temperatures throughout our chilled delivery routes, but it also significantly reduced our environmental impact. Our drivers and traffic teams also found the system user-friendly and easy to use.
“The Sunswap Endurance system fits seamlessly into our fleet, proving that transitioning to sustainable solutions doesn’t have to come at the cost of performance or user acceptability.”
The Endurance system harnesses “cutting-edge” battery technology and on-board solar power generation to provide efficient, zero-direct-emission refrigeration, Sunswap explained. The trial conducted by MRCT showcased the unit’s ability to maintain optimal temperatures and performance levels.
During the trial, 73% of the energy used by the Endurance unit came from on-board solar generation.
The potential impact of integrating a single Sunswap unit into MRCT’s fleet is substantial, with projected lifetime savings of 113 tonnes of Scope 1 CO2 emissions, 1.1 tonnes of NOx, and 34 kg of particulate matter, Sunswap said.
“We are thrilled to see our zero-emission transport refrigeration unit performing seamlessly in real-world conditions with MRCT,” said Alastair Gough, Sunswap head of business development. “The positive feedback from their team shows how again and again Endurance is a viable zero-emission solution that is not only better for the environment but also easily integrated into existing fleet operations.”
