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Carrier Transicold Launches [R]eCool
38.5-kWh battery system powers electric and hybrid trailer refrigeration for new and existing European fleets.
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Carrier Transicold has introduced [R]eCool, a 38.5-kWh battery system for trailer transport refrigeration units (TRUs). The system is engineered as a lifecycle energy asset to power electric or hybrid TRUs in commercial fleets, transfer across different fleet vehicles, and eventually transition to stationary energy applications.
Commercial Availability and Equipment Compatibility
The [R]eCool platform is commercially available for new trailer installations as well as retrofits on existing fleet assets. Compatible equipment includes Carrier Transicold Vector® HE and Vector® units, as well as compatible third-party trailer TRUs operating across Europe.
Operational Features and Lifecycle Phases
The low-noise plug-in system supports fully electric or hybrid refrigeration modes. In fully electric mode, the system enables diesel-free operation to comply with urban Low Emission Zone (LEZ) access regulations, while hybrid mode maintains operational range for long-haul routes. The battery carries a operational lifespan rating of up to 16 years.
The operational concept spans four asset lifecycle phases:
- Retrofit Phase: Electrifies existing fleet assets without requiring full unit replacement, supporting mixed fleets and third-party trailer equipment.
- Run Phase: Delivers high-capacity electric or hybrid operation controlled by energy management software to lower fuel consumption and extend operating cycles.
- Redeploy Phase: Enables physical transfer of the battery pack between different vehicles as fleet operational demands change.
- Reuse Phase: Allows second-life repurposing of the battery system for stationary applications, such as warehouse energy management, after vehicle service.
Additional Context
This section details technical specifications not included in the original news release.
Trailer transport refrigeration units (TRUs) rely on high-voltage battery architectures operating between 400V and 700V DC to run variable-speed hermetic compressors and fan motors. Power electronics for mobile refrigeration employ bidirectional inverters and DC/DC converters with solid-state Silicon Carbide (SiC) MOSFETs to minimize energy conversion losses during grid charging and vehicle operation.
When transitioning retired transport batteries to second-life stationary storage, battery management systems continue tracking cell state-of-health and internal resistance. These secondary systems aggregate retired modules into stationary battery energy storage systems (BESS) to perform peak shaving and load buffering in distribution hubs without requiring immediate chemical recycling.
Edited by Romila DSilva, Induportals Editor, with AI assistance.
