Exclusive to the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
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Exclusive to the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Great info! for small and larger companies *Food related* 
Exclusive to the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter: State-of-the-art refrigerated distribution body
Environmentally friendly transport of temperature-sensitive goods
Comprehensive standard specification
Optional chilled airflow curtain
Stuttgart, Sep 25, 2002. Ever since it was first launched in 1995, the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has been a non-stop success story, and with production to date totalling around 800,000 vehicles, it has firmly established itself as a true best-seller. This model series, which is also sold in the USA under the brand names of Freightliner and, in future, Dodge having first been adapted to local market and statutory requirements, will be showcasing a host of facelift measures in autumn 2002.
All Sprinter Crewbus and Panel Van variants up to 3.5 t GVW, for example, are now available with the ESP Electronic Stability Program, including ASR acceleration skid control, ABS anti-lock braking system and BAS Brake Assist. ESP is even being fitted as standard in some countries, including Germany.
The facelifted Sprinter also boasts new, eye-catching exterior styling. Clear-lens headlamps and red/white two-tone taillights emphasise the striking lines of the Sprinter, as well as improving practicality, with the new clear-lens headlamp technology boosting light output still further. A modified radiator grille, white turn signal repeaters and a selection of other details add the finishing touches to the new look
Exclusive model for the ultimate in chilled produce transportation
But it doesn't stop there: the Sprinter is now seeking to reinforce its leading position in the van market by offering a range of innovative transportation solutions. The latest example is a refrigerated van conversion from Kerstner Fahrzeugklimatechnik GmbH. One of its exemplary features is the use of new insulation technology for a c-value (thermal conductance) below 0.4 W/m2.K., meaning that the refrigerated van conversion complies with the tightest statutory regulations for the transport of chilled produce.
The refrigerator unit is driven by an electric motor and fed with power from the vehicle's alternator and an auxiliary battery. The refrigeration capacity is therefore generated without drawing on the power of the vehicle's engine, avoiding the need to tamper with the original vehicle engineering in any way.
Comprehensive standard specification
This means that following conversion to the Kerstner refrigeration technology, the Sprinter van is still able to refrigerate its load when loading or unloading in pedestrian precincts, for example, without passers-by being irritated by exhaust emissions or the noise of the diesel engine.
Standard specification includes an integral draining system with water drain which ensures that dirt and the water used for cleaning are drained away efficiently, plus vacuum-insulation panels which allow the insulation panelling around the wheel arches to be made so flat that an entire Euro palette can be loaded and between the wheel arches.
Also new are the optional multi-chamber systems which feature a number of different temperature zones to provide optimal refrigeration for different groups of produce, plus self-cleaning surfaces in the refrigerated body which repel particles of dirt, as well as a rotating spray nozzle on the ceiling which flushes dirt out of every nook and cranny in the load compartment, thereby ensuring maximum cleanliness. Integral guide rails for fitting shelves and intermediate floors are fitted as standard.
A choice of either aluminium or stainless steel panelling is available for the bottom floor. Another brand new development known as the "chilled airflow curtain" can be specified as an option. Every time the light-action load compartment doors at the side and rear of the vehicle are opened, a stream of chilled air is generated to maintain a constant temperature inside the load compartment, thereby preventing the refrigerated goods from warming up when the doors are opened or the chilled air from escaping during loading and unloading.
Should the refrigerant unit ever develop a defect, it can be replaced with a new unit in a matter of minutes thanks to the "quick-out" system. This means that the vehicle does not have to be unloaded and results in zero downtime.
Kerstner will be supplying most of these innovative features for refrigerator bodies exclusively for the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter for a one year period. text DaimlerChrysler
Kerstner Cooling Van Brochure for USA (pdf)
http://www.whnet.com/4x4/pix4/Kerstn...n-brochure.pdf
Kerstner Fahrzeugklimatechnik GmbH
http://www.kerstner.net/
Refrigerated Sprinter by Van Shield
http://www.vanshield.com/sprinter.htm
Exclusive to the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter: State-of-the-art refrigerated distribution body
Environmentally friendly transport of temperature-sensitive goods
Comprehensive standard specification
Optional chilled airflow curtain
Stuttgart, Sep 25, 2002. Ever since it was first launched in 1995, the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has been a non-stop success story, and with production to date totalling around 800,000 vehicles, it has firmly established itself as a true best-seller. This model series, which is also sold in the USA under the brand names of Freightliner and, in future, Dodge having first been adapted to local market and statutory requirements, will be showcasing a host of facelift measures in autumn 2002.
All Sprinter Crewbus and Panel Van variants up to 3.5 t GVW, for example, are now available with the ESP Electronic Stability Program, including ASR acceleration skid control, ABS anti-lock braking system and BAS Brake Assist. ESP is even being fitted as standard in some countries, including Germany.
The facelifted Sprinter also boasts new, eye-catching exterior styling. Clear-lens headlamps and red/white two-tone taillights emphasise the striking lines of the Sprinter, as well as improving practicality, with the new clear-lens headlamp technology boosting light output still further. A modified radiator grille, white turn signal repeaters and a selection of other details add the finishing touches to the new look
Exclusive model for the ultimate in chilled produce transportation
But it doesn't stop there: the Sprinter is now seeking to reinforce its leading position in the van market by offering a range of innovative transportation solutions. The latest example is a refrigerated van conversion from Kerstner Fahrzeugklimatechnik GmbH. One of its exemplary features is the use of new insulation technology for a c-value (thermal conductance) below 0.4 W/m2.K., meaning that the refrigerated van conversion complies with the tightest statutory regulations for the transport of chilled produce.
The refrigerator unit is driven by an electric motor and fed with power from the vehicle's alternator and an auxiliary battery. The refrigeration capacity is therefore generated without drawing on the power of the vehicle's engine, avoiding the need to tamper with the original vehicle engineering in any way.
Comprehensive standard specification
This means that following conversion to the Kerstner refrigeration technology, the Sprinter van is still able to refrigerate its load when loading or unloading in pedestrian precincts, for example, without passers-by being irritated by exhaust emissions or the noise of the diesel engine.
Standard specification includes an integral draining system with water drain which ensures that dirt and the water used for cleaning are drained away efficiently, plus vacuum-insulation panels which allow the insulation panelling around the wheel arches to be made so flat that an entire Euro palette can be loaded and between the wheel arches.
Also new are the optional multi-chamber systems which feature a number of different temperature zones to provide optimal refrigeration for different groups of produce, plus self-cleaning surfaces in the refrigerated body which repel particles of dirt, as well as a rotating spray nozzle on the ceiling which flushes dirt out of every nook and cranny in the load compartment, thereby ensuring maximum cleanliness. Integral guide rails for fitting shelves and intermediate floors are fitted as standard.
A choice of either aluminium or stainless steel panelling is available for the bottom floor. Another brand new development known as the "chilled airflow curtain" can be specified as an option. Every time the light-action load compartment doors at the side and rear of the vehicle are opened, a stream of chilled air is generated to maintain a constant temperature inside the load compartment, thereby preventing the refrigerated goods from warming up when the doors are opened or the chilled air from escaping during loading and unloading.
Should the refrigerant unit ever develop a defect, it can be replaced with a new unit in a matter of minutes thanks to the "quick-out" system. This means that the vehicle does not have to be unloaded and results in zero downtime.
Kerstner will be supplying most of these innovative features for refrigerator bodies exclusively for the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter for a one year period. text DaimlerChrysler
Kerstner Cooling Van Brochure for USA (pdf)
http://www.whnet.com/4x4/pix4/Kerstn...n-brochure.pdf
Kerstner Fahrzeugklimatechnik GmbH
http://www.kerstner.net/
Refrigerated Sprinter by Van Shield
http://www.vanshield.com/sprinter.htm
