The 13 Carrier Transicold Supra 750 S and two Supra 1150 MT units – each mounted to a Volvo FM rigid fitted with a Gray & Adams refrigerated body – will be used to distribute eggs to customers throughout the UK, with Lynx Fleet technology unlocking asset management and telematics.
Darren Roach, group transport manager at Stonegate Farmers, said: “This powerful technology, combined with the reliability and flexibility of the new Supra systems, will help us to lower fleet emissions and improve efficiency, therefore delivering better service to our customers.”
Carrier Transicold’s Supra units deliver constant airflow, independent of engine speed, which ensures rapid pull-down and accurate set point control. When combined with Lynx Fleet, operations can be further refined, specifically by leveraging advanced Internet of Things (IoT), machine learning and analytics monitoring to intelligently manage each system, automating processes to improve operational, equipment and energy efficiency.
According to Carrier Transicold, utilising two-way remote commands, including set point control, engine running mode changes and defrost instructions can decrease fuel consumption by up to 15% and help minimise carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.
With visibility of all cargo, Lynx Fleet gives Stonegate instant access to its refrigerated vehicle data, providing a way to drill down into specific variables, such as temperature at delivery or door opening times. The company also receives temperature-out-of-range alarms, specific event notifications like door openings within specified geo-fenced areas, and more, to ensure optimal performance.
Tony Biggs, account manager at Carrier Transicold UK, said: “Thanks to Lynx Fleet, the team can now compile and schedule temperature reports at a moment’s notice, and the system’s ability to provide real-time alerts will significantly streamline typical workflows.”
Stonegate’s Supra units are backed by Carrier Transicold’s BluEdge maintenance package, which includes annual temperature control testing and certification, full F-Gas regulatory checks and access to the company’s oneCALL 24/7 incident management service.