Understanding Your Vehicle

Posted on: 14 May 2018

When you start a chilled goods home delivery service, one of the biggest purchases is the truck. You may know what type of chilled goods you want to delivery, but picking out the ideal truck can be a problem. If you are new to chilled or refrigerated trucks, here are a few key points to consider. By considering these key points of a refrigerated truck , you can narrow down your choices to the right one for your specific needs.

Separate Compartments

The first thing you need to consider are separate compartments. Ideally each compartment, or level, will have the ability to have different temperatures. This is ideal if you are delivering different types of foods such as meats, pies and other foods with varying temperature requirements. If you will be delivering only one type of food, such as desserts, then you may want compartments to hold the different types of desserts and sizes available for your customers.

Insulation Choices

Insulation will be vital depending on your location. For example, if you are in a very hot environment then you will need insulation in your refrigerated truck to accommodate to the heat. The proper insulation will help maintain the temperature inside of the truck even in the hottest conditions. If you are concerned about long hauls or delivery times that may mean holding the food for longer periods of time, you will need insulation options that support these issues. Insulation is most vital in areas around the doors and roof where heat can enter into the area and cause the temperature to vary and food to spoil.

Refrigeration Operation

You need to consider a truck that will allow your refrigeration unit to remain running when the truck is turned off. This is important for times when you may have longer layovers between deliveries, or large deliveries that require the truck to be turned off for extended periods of time. Having a unit that remains operational with the engine is vital in areas where the temperature can become very hot during spring and summer months. You may also want to consider a power outlet option for overnight parking and refrigeration operation.

These are only three of the key points  to consider about buying a truck for chilled goods home delivery. If you are ready to make your purchase, contact your local refrigerated truck dealer. They can help you with availability, pricing and set-up for your business.