MONTREAL, March 9,
2025 /CNW/ - TRANSTEX, a cleantech leader in
emission-reducing solutions for the transportation sector, has
launched the DClimate Lithium Pro™—a lithium-ion powered electric
Auxiliary Power Unit (eAPU) designed to deliver greater
reliability, longer runtimes, and lower emissions for fleets.
This innovation is a direct result of TRANSTEX's acquisition of
DClimate in June 2024, which enhanced
the company's research and development capabilities. Now part of
TRANSTEX, DClimate continues to develop advanced power solutions to
meet the changing needs of modern fleets.
"The acquisition of DClimate has strengthened TRANSTEX's role in
fleet efficiency, allowing us to better address the challenges
fleets face today," said Mathieu
Desjardins, President of TRANSTEX. "With rising fuel costs,
fluctuating regulations, and growing demand for driver comfort,
fleets need solutions that are both cost-effective and future
ready. The DClimate Lithium Pro™ delivers exactly that –offering
lower operating costs and a more sustainable approach to driving
the future of auxiliary power."
At the core of this innovation is a durable LiFePO4 battery
pack, paired with four starting batteries in a hybrid
configuration. This design maximizes reliability and efficiency,
providing fleets with a high-performance auxiliary power
solution.
Key benefits of the DClimate Lithium Pro™ include:
- Lowest Total Cost of Ownership: Designed with a
10-year system life, enhanced residual value, and minimal
maintenance, the DClimate Lithium Pro™ helps fleets reduce
replacement and service costs.
- Maximized Runtime, Minimized Idle: Delivering 15% more
available energy per cycle, it extends industry-leading runtimes
and supports full hotel loads without idling.
- Bidirectional Charging: It transfers charge between
Li-ion and starting batteries while supporting wet-cell and AGM
batteries. The system protects battery life and virtually
eliminates costly over-the-road jump starts.
- Lighter Weight: With a 150 lb weight reduction, it
improves fuel efficiency and increases payload capacity for greater
operational benefits.
"The DClimate Lithium Pro™ marks a new era in auxiliary power,"
said Martin Duffy, Head of
TRANSTEX's DClimate Division. "By leveraging lithium-ion
technology, we've created a more efficient, reliable, and
maintenance-friendly solution compared to traditional APU systems.
Its hybrid battery configuration not only optimizes performance but
also simplifies retrofitting—making it easier for fleets to install
on trucks already in operation."
TRANSTEX will unveil more details during its press conference on
March 9th at 11 AM CST at the American Trucking Associations'
Technology & Maintenance Council's Annual Meeting &
Transportation Technology Exhibition in Nashville.
Attendees can also experience the DClimate Lithium Pro™
firsthand at booth #2211, where it will be featured in a Penske
truck during the exhibition.
For more information on the DClimate Lithium Pro™, visit
https://transtex-llc.com/products/dclimate-lithium-pro/
About TRANSTEX
TRANSTEX is a cleantech leader in the transportation sector,
engineering emission-reducing solutions tailored to enhance fleet
efficiency and to reduce costs. TRANSTEX has been innovating
trailer aerodynamics and electric Auxiliary Power Units (eAPUs)
manufactured in North America for over 20 years. Through
investment in R&D and patented technology, TRANSTEX delivers
outstanding product performance and reliability, optimizing
economic and environmental outcomes.
SOURCE TRANSTEX Inc.
