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Articlesby Nicole SchlosserJanuary 24, 2017

New Transportation Technology Tools for 2017

Whether looking for quick and seamless data integration or to boost safety or energy efficiency, school transportation directors have a number of options for the new year.

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Newsby StaffDecember 28, 2016

New Owner for Mobile Climate Control

VBG Group acquires the bus HVAC provider from Ratos.

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ProductsJanuary 22, 2016

Coolant heater solution

Proheat X45 Plus is a diesel-powered engine pre-heating solution for quick and reliable cold weather starts, company officials said.

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School Bus Fleet BlogNovember 11, 2015

Q&A: How does propane stand up to winter weather?

According to PERC's Michael Taylor, propane does not require additional fluids, engine block heaters or preventive measures to be taken even on the coldest days of winter. Propane buses crank reliably, warm up quickly and provide consistent heat throughout the passenger compartment, he says.

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Newsby StaffOctober 14, 2015

Mobile Climate Control opens new manufacturing facility

The $3.5 million investment enables the bus HVAC supplier to manufacture its own micro-channel aluminum heat exchangers — a core component in its products.

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Newsby StaffAugust 24, 2015

Bus a/c supplier Spheros partners with Transit Cooling Solutions

Ontario-based Transit Cooling Solutions will manage and support Spheros North America’s Canadian bus market interests.

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Newsby StaffJuly 21, 2015

Bus a/c supplier Spheros adds to sales force

As a regional sales manager for Spheros North America, Drew Goaley will also promote ACC Climate Control, which is now part of Spheros’ product portfolio.

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ProductsFebruary 19, 2015

Convection heater

The GR-7 baseboard convection heater is engineered to provide more even heat distribution versus floor heaters with blowers that can have hot and cold spots, company officials said.

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Newsby StaffOctober 29, 2014

Daimler, GM honor Espar for supplier quality

Espar Heater Systems receives the Daimler 2013 Masters of Quality award and the GM 2014 Supplier Quality Excellence award in recognition of its quality excellence, on-time delivery, added value and customer service.

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Newsby StaffMay 9, 2014

Espar engine pre-heater available in Trans Tech buses

The company’s E-Guardian 5 engine pre-heater is available on the Type A school bus manufacturer’s buses immediately. The E-Guardian 5 is EPA verified and California Air Resources Board approved, and officials say some of the benefits of the system include a warm engine start without plug-ins, reduced engine idling for fuel savings, less engine maintenance and use of the Multi-Max Digital Controller for ease of use.

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