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Wednesday, November 25, 2009

POWER SOURCES AND PORTABLE GENERATORS

ALL refrigerated containers operate on external power sources. Power supply used must be either 380 volts/50 Hz or 440 volts/60 Hz.

Some reefers are equipped with dual voltage supply inclusive of power supply of 190 volts/50 Hz or 220 volts/60 Hz.

Containers may be plugged into a vessel's main power supply or equipped with portable generators for land use. Two types of portable generators are available:

Clip-on generator
For use with refrigerated cargo moving on trains or trucks; attached to the front (nose) of the container.