Safe and efficient – transport cooling units from Schmitz Cargobull

S.CU d80

The S.CU d80 is the entry-level model for the high-volume market. The refrigeration circuit has been designed to meet the requirements in the mid-range area, for example with its microchannel condenser and a scroll compressor. The S.CU d80 with its robust Perkins diesel engine is also suited for transport in countries with low fuel quality. The system has a cooling capacity of up to 14,000 W and a heating capacity of up to 10,500 W and, thanks to its lower consumption and low noise emissions of 94.9 dB(A), it is now the quietest transport cooling unit available on the market. The S.CU d80 is available as a MonoTemp version.

S.CU V2.0 with Performance mode

The demands on the efficiency of a transport cooling unit are becoming increasingly important in view of rising fuel costs. With the Performance mode for the S.CU V2.0, the driver has an optimised cooling unit setting for any type of goods. With its efficient common rail diesel engine and Performance mode, the S.CU V2.0 impresses with fuel savings of up to 15%. The Performance mode also includes a start-stop mode in mains operation.

The Performance control is available with the latest software capable of over-the-air updates, and can be booked for individual existing trailers with an S.CU 2.0 cooling unit via TrailerConnect®. Activation will then take place automatically. In this way, Schmitz Cargobull also not only contributes to CO2 reduction for new products, but also with the S.CU V2.0 cooling units currently on the market.

S.CU ep85 (mt)

The battery-electric powered S.CU ep85 with power electronics operates locally emission-free and is specially designed for use in distribution transport. With a 15,800 W cooling and 10,500 W heating capacity, its capacity is equivalent to diesel-powered units. With a battery capacity of 32 kWh, it is capable of running on autonomous electric power for 4.5 –18 hours, depending on the usage and demands. Recharging from the power grid is done via the CEE three-phase connection installed on the cooling unit and takes about two hours. When combined with an electric generator axle, which recovers energy during braking processes, for instance, the time needed to recharge the battery via the mains can be reduced. This also minimises charging times at distribution centres. Intelligent control ensures that the charge level of the high-voltage battery is kept as high as possible to provide a high level of operational reliability for unplanned standstill situations, such as in traffic jams. The purely electric operation of the S.CU ep85 is very quiet, which offers advantages in urban areas, especially for deliveries at night or in the early morning. The electric version can help to reduce maintenance costs as oil changes are no longer needed, for example.

Another advantage is that the power electronics are housed in a protected location inside the cooling unit, meaning they are not exposed to the weather. The S.CU ep85 is available in both MonoTemp and a MultiTemp variants.

Solar panel

An optional solar panel on the transport cooling unit charges the 12-volt starter battery when the sun is shining. As a result, the battery is ready to be used to power convenience functions for a longer period of time. If the battery charge level reaches a critical point, the battery monitor intervenes and protects the battery from deep discharge. The S.CU’s solar module is installed directly on the cooling unit and can even be retrofitted on existing cooling units.