Adams Foodservice has added seven Carrier Transicold Pulsor 400 multi-temperature units to its commercial fleet after a successful trial. The systems are intended to support fuel efficiency and temperature control on multi-drop delivery routes across South East England.
The Pulsor 400 MT systems are installed on two 3.5-tonne Renault Master chassis cabs and five Maxus Deliver 9 chassis cabs. All vehicles are fitted with Coolfreeze box bodies and are part of Adams Foodservice’s 29-vehicle commercial fleet.
The units support deliveries of ambient, chilled and frozen goods across up to 24 drops per day. The vehicles will operate six days a week, covering approximately 100 miles per day and serving customers including restaurants, pubs, bars, nurseries and schools across Sussex, Surrey and Kent.
The Pulsor 400 MT maintains full refrigeration capacity at engine speeds as low as 1,000 rpm. It uses Carrier Transicold’s patented E-Drive technology, which converts the vehicle’s engine power into electricity to operate the refrigeration unit. The unit also includes a “key out” function, allowing the driver to leave the vehicle parked securely while making deliveries without cutting power to the refrigeration system.
“We needed a refrigeration system that could maintain consistent temperatures across our intensive multi-drop delivery routes without depending on higher engine speeds,” said Kelseigh Harrison-Smith, group wholesale manager, Adams Foodservice. “During a trial with Carrier Transicold last year, we quickly saw the Pulsor was well suited to our operations, delivering strong fuel efficiency and consistent performance, even with frequent door openings. Equally important has been their responsive support, clear communication and deep understanding of our requirements.”