TRANSPORT FANS
“Maintaining cold chain integrity across busy multi-drop delivery routes demands equipment we can trust,” said Phil Hopkins, Transport Director, Hunt’s Food Group. “Since we took our fi rst unit in 2015, the Supra range has reliably delivered the pull-down speeds and temperature control we require. Carrier Transicold’s support, expertise and developing technology give us unwavering confi dence in our operation, reinforcing our commitment to providing a consistent level of service to every customer.” Hunt’s Food Group has continued to rely on Carrier
Transicold’s Supra units due to the range’s consistent performance and reliability. The system delivers constant airfl ow independent of truck engine speed, while also ensuring rapid pull-down and accurate multi-temperature set point control. These capabilities are critical for the company’s multi-drop delivery schedule, which can include up to 30 stops per day.
As with its existing Carrier Transicold systems, Hunt’s Food Group’s newest vehicles are supported by Carrier Transicold’s
"As part of this order, nine Supra 850 MT units have been mounted to 15-tonne MAN TGM rigids, while 10
comprehensive BluEdge fi xed-cost, full-service maintenance package. The coverage includes annual temperature control testing and certifi cation, full regulatory checks and access to the company’s oneCALL 24/7 incident management service. “We value the trust Hunt’s Food Group continues to place in our systems, with this latest investment refl ecting the strength of our long-term relationship,” said Sean Griffi ths, Key Account Manager, Carrier Transicold. “Our focus remains on providing dependable technology and support, helping operators like Hunt’s maintain high standards across every part of their
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temperature-controlled fl eet.” The rigids are expected to remain in the fl eet for at least
seven years and typically operate six days a week. They will deliver frozen and chilled goods, including fresh meats and ice cream, to customers across southern England, each clocking up to 70,000 kilometres annually. Founded in 1912, Hunt’s Food Group operates depots located in Bridgwater, Fareham, North Cadbury, Pylle, Redruth and Stalbridge.
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Supra 1250 MT systems have been paired with 18-tonne variants of the same vehicle. Each truck features an insulated box body supplied by Solomon Commercials."
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