CO2 & Transport Refrigeration

Here at East Coast Refrigeration, we understand the benefits of CO2 refrigeration systems -- from environmental protection to electricity savings. This natural refrigerant is already being used in commercial refrigeration. Now, it's being considered for transport refrigeration.

 
Trucking Info reports that Carrier Transicold is already using CO2 in transport refrigeration units on sea containers. David Appel, president of Carrier Transicold & Refrigeration Systems issued the following statement in early October:

We are committed to expanding our proven, environmentally responsible natural refrigerant systems for road transport. Specifically, we are building on our expertise with the natural refrigerant carbon dioxide (CO2), which has a significantly lower global warming potential (GWP) than current synthetic refrigerants and their alternates.

Trucks in the US currently use R-404A, a hydrofluorcarbon (HFC) refrigerant, which is cleaner and safer than Freon. Switching to CO2, however, would be an even better option.

To learn more about CO2 refrigeration systems, give East Coast Refrigeration a call today at 631-249-4556. Don't forget to find us on Facebook and Twitter for all things commercial and industrial refrigeration!