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The latest HVAC industry news for Heavy Duty mobile products, features, how to procedures including technical tips!

Espar Airtronic and Hydronic Heaters

Posted on October 27, 2017 - ESPAR, Heating

Eastern Canada’s largest MSD wants to make this your best ESPAR season ever!

Arctic Traveler Canada (ATC) is proud to be an Eberspacher Master Stocking Distributor (MSD) and offers the complete range of products. Eberspaecher has the most comprehensive range of fuel operated air and coolant heater products available in today’s marketplace.

Arctic Traveler Canada (ATC) is proud to be an Eberspaacher Master Stocking Distributor (MSD) and offers the complete range of Airtronic and Hydronic Heaters. Eberspaecher has the most comprehensive range of fuel operated air and coolant heater products available in today’s marketplace.

Espar Airtronic and Hydronic Heaters

AIRTRONIC Air Heaters
Eberspaecher’s air heaters are independent of both the engine and of the vehicle’s own heat balance. They draw in cool room or outside air, heat this up and then deliver it to the interior of the vehicle. Air heaters are an excellent solution for commercial vehicles of every type.

HYDRONIC Coolant Heaters
Eberspaecher’s coolant heaters work independently of the engine and thus offer a double plus: pre-heating the vehicle’s passenger compartment and the engine. The heaters are integrated into the cooling system of the engine. The thermal energy gained is then distributed through the vehicle’s own heat exchanger as forced hot air and this heats the interior of the vehicle via existing air vents. The engine is warmed up with the residual heat in the cooling water.

In case you don’t already know about Arctic Traveler Canada’s enviable history with Eberspaecher, we’d like to tell you a little about who we are:

  • For over ten years, ATC has provided full warehousing, distribution service and sales support to Espar for all heaters across Eastern Canada.
  • ATC provides our own engineering team for when customer needs deviate from the norm.
  • ATC maintains three warehouses – Mississauga, Montreal and Burlington (HQ). This ensures fast delivery of heaters and/or replacement parts & service.
  • ATC offers complete service, diagnostics and heater repair at all our locations and we also have our own Espar trained technicians who can assist you at your location.
  • ATC facilitates full Espar warranty support for every heater we sell, from a simple warranty claim to training your staff on how to process claims directly with Espar. 
  • ATC provides OEM style installs on chassis not factory equipped with heaters. This includes Espar’s full two year/2000 hour warranty on the heater.

Need an Espar heating solution for your Application?
Whether you need one heater or a skid load, replacement parts or technical support on any Espar Airtronic and Hydronic Heater, contact us.
We look forward to showing you how our 50+ years of experience can add value to your company’s bottom line!

Arctic Traveler Canada, the mobile climate control specialist – Call 1-800-295-4156 for more information or visit us here.

MTO rebates on Espar Airtronic heaters

Posted on October 9, 2017 - ESPAR, Heating

The Ontario government has resurrected the Green Commercial Vehicle Program (GCVP) providing rebates to qualifying businesses on Espar Airtronic heaters purchases. 
The MTO has announced that the application form for the GCVP is now online through Grants Ontario. Applicants can apply for the program by logging in and submitting an application using the Grants Ontario Portal.

The GCVP was championed by OTA as a way for the industry to receive the benefit of funds carriers pay through carbon pricing. The program provides rebates towards the purchase of alternative-fuel vehicles and fuel-saving devices, including natural gas and electric technologies, hence the rebate on Espar Airtronic heaters.

Members are encouraged to take part in the webinar by sending an RSVP to GCVP@ontario.ca, MTO will share the webinar details directly with participants.

Members with additional questions regarding program details, the application process or the Grants Ontario system can contact GCVP@ontario.ca for more information.

The Green Commercial Vehicle Program (GCVP) is an incentive-based program for the commercial transportation sector, where incentives are provided upon proof of purchase as outlined below:

• For the purchase of alternative fuel vehicles such as electric, natural gas or diesel-natural gas dual fuel vehicles, incentive amounts range from 15-50% of the incremental purchase cost of an eligible vehicle as compared to an equivalent conventional fuel vehicle.

• For fuel saving devices, the incentive amount is 30-50% of the purchase and installation cost, of the aerodynamic device, anti-idling device or electric refrigeration unit. See the list of approved devices.

The GCVP will also include a stream of funding for Commercial Transportation Innovation Pilots. Further details on this portion of the program will be available in 2018.

All eligible purchases made on or after September 1, 2017, will be eligible to apply for incentives. Purchases made on or before March 31, 2018, will be eligible for an early adopter incentive worth an additional 10% for up to 10 vehicles or devices.

Please complete the Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) form and submit the completed form directly to Ontario Shared Services at the address noted in the EFT guide. (link available in Program Guidelines section below)

Applicants must also enroll in the One-Key (Transfer Payment Common Registry) to establish a Transfer Payment Account. Once notified, the applicant must then access Grants Ontario to enter the GCVP application system.

Applications to the Green Commercial Vehicles Program must be submitted electronically through the Grants Ontario System (GOS).

 

December Newsletter

Posted on December 7, 2016 - Newsletters

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Season Greetings – We appreciate your business and extend a hearty thank you for the opportunity to serve you this past year. From All of Us here at Arctic Traveler Canada, we wish you and your family a Safe and Happy Holidays.

IMPORTANT – CLOSED FOR INVENTORY
Our annual Inventory starts this Thursday Dec. 8th at 3pm to Friday Dec. 9th.
This is an “All Hands On Deck” effort, as such our phones lines will be closed and we’ll be unable to receive or process any orders.
Parts Orders can be emailed to atcparts@atc.ca and will be processed as soon as we’re able to. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.

Stocking stuffer – Condenser Clearance – We’re overstocked on a select few and have reduced prices to $99-125 on 8 models. Limited Stock. No Reservations, All Sales Final and available as first come, first serve basis and ONLY while quantities last.

Just in time for the heating season. As an authorized master distributor, ATC recently hosted a Certified Technician Training course with Eberspacher’s Training Manager on the newly released Hydronic S3. Attended by our Ontario dealers, It was an informative day for all and we had the chance to put faces to names and share stories. To see more click here

Preventative Maintenance tips for Airtronic or Hydronic heaters?
Visit the Espar category at ATCNEWS for these and other heating tips.

Need a Fuel or Fluid warming solution? 
Arctic Fox and Thermex offer Thermal Management Systems & Controls to provide protection against cold weather. These proven and cost effective products warm contents so they can properly flow or be easily pumped, eliminating costly and time consuming downtime as well as expensive component damage that frequently occur from cold-thickened fluids.
• Single probe heats up reservoirs from 1 to 80 gals (300 liters) capacity
• Multiple probes can be installed on large bulk tanks
• Eliminate idle equipment and wasted man-hours waiting for products to warm up
• Protect against hydraulic pump cavitation and burst hose lines
For more information, call us today at 1-800-295-4156

Need more heat and comfort? To view some of our Air, Coolant & Auxiliary heating solutions, click here.  From 7- 65,000 BTU’s, we carry a variety of mobile heating solutions to supplement your Gas or Diesel needs.

Advanced Temperature Control a division of Arctic Traveler Canada, has specialized in the engineering and manufacture of durable, vehicle engine powered mobile refrigeration and heating systems for safe delivery of your fresh and frozen products. Our line of Truck Refrigeration products has been continuously updated and improved to meet the requirements of today’s competitive markets. Watch video here.

ATC Connect – Parts Lookup and Cross Reference made easy
We know having the right part is paramount to getting the job done right and to help you through this process we present ATC CONNECT. Click here to get access or speak with our Customer Service Reps to start utilizing this exciting and very useful tool.

ATC.CA is your gateway to so much. The Product Line page provides catalog downloads for the industry leading products we carry. Our blog ATCNEWS is where you’ll find best practices, technical tips and product knowledge. Missed a previous Newsletter? Not to worry, there’s a category for newsletters and ATCNEWS  is searchable.

Ordering Parts? Use atcparts@atc.ca or call us toll free at 1-800-295-4156. 
Our Customer Service Representatives will be happy to assist you. 
 

October Newsletter

Posted on October 4, 2016 - Newsletters

Hello and Welcome to Fall. We hope you had an enjoyable summer.

If you haven’t already read it, MACS (Mobile Air Conditioning Society) member profile for September/October is ATC. This worldwide blog has been consistently honoured as one the best B2B automotive aftermarket blogs. Read the full interview with our company president for further insights into our world.

As the heating season approaches, the big news is the launch of the Eberspaecher Hydronic S3 heater. Thanks to its compact dimensions and flexible installation options, this state of the art heater impresses! Read the full details here to see how this little wonder works and watch the video on our youtube channel ATCTV While there check out the Airtronic Intro & Basics and the Hydronic Purpose and Function videos. 

ATC.ca is your gateway to so much. The Product Line page provides catalog downloads with pictures, overviews and specs. Our blog ATCNEWS is where you’ll find best practices, technical tips and product knowledge. This months feature is ESPAR Pre-season Maintenance tips for Airtronic & Hydronic Heaters and a Red Dot tech tip on Why you should do wintertime Preventative Maintenance on your A/C system? Find out more here. 

ATCNEWS has categories like A/C 101, Did you know, Heating, Tech Tips or vendor specific like Espar & RedDot. Missed something from a previous Newsletter? Not to worry,  ATCNEWS is searchable.

From 16-65,000 BTU’s, we carry a variety of mobile heating solutions to supplement your Gas or Diesel needs and provide you hours of comfort. To view some of our heating solutions, click here.

We want to take this opportunity to remind you to email or call us toll free at 1-800-295-4156, our Customer Service Representatives will be happy to assist you. 

The opinions expressed in this newsletter, do not necessarily reflect those of Arctic Traveler Canada.

Espar Hydronic S3 news release

Posted on September 23, 2016 - ESPAR, Heating

State-of-the-art heating with the New Eberspaecher Hydronic S3 Economy (5kW) Pre-heater System

Eberspaecher, the leading system developer and supplier of vehicle heaters, is expanding its product
portfolio with the new Hydronic S3 Economy (5kW) pre-heater. The water heater impresses thanks to
its compact dimensions and flexible installation options for simple retrofitting in a large number of
vehicle models. As a ground-breaking all-in-one solution with comprehensive peripheral devices, it
offers installation partners many practical advantages.

With the new EasyScan, diagnostic and service tool, workshop staff can analyze the operating condition of the pre-heater easily and quickly.
• Compact, efficient water heater
• Innovative peripheral devices and new diagnostic device
• Simplified installation
• CARB approved

Hydronic S3 Economy (5kW)

Hydronic – Water & Electronic, Product line, water heater
S3 – Size and generation, Size (small) Generation 3
Economy – Marketing appendix, entry model

Compact and robust water heater for simple installation

With the third generation of its Hydronic series, Eberspaecher is offering an easy-to-operate preheater
with stepless heating power control. The coolant heater works efficiently with all popular types
of fuel. Due to its robust construction – with an encapsulated fan motor and the separation of cold and
hot components – it is designed for longevity.

A high IP protection class also secures the unit from the ingress of water during high-pressure or steam jet cleaning.
The new water spigots are fully rotatable by 360 degrees and are fully replaceable, they ensure convenient and rapid fitting in a range of installation positions.

Optimized brackets enable the pre-heater to be mounted anywhere in the smallest possible space and to be attached rapidly and permanently.

Click here for full release

Arctic Traveler Canada (ATC) is proud to be an Eberspacher Master Stocking Distributor (MSD) and offers the complete range of Espar products to the truck, bus, marine, automotive/pick-ups, off-highway, forestry, mining and military markets.
Call 1-800-295-4156 for more information.

Hydronic Heater-Introducing the S3

Posted on September 22, 2016 - ESPAR, Heating

Eberspaecher, the leading system developer and supplier of vehicle heaters, is expanding its product portfolio with the new Hydronic heater, the S3 Economy (5kW) pre-heater. The water heater impresses thanks to its compact dimensions and flexible installation options for simple retrofitting in a large number of vehicle models. As a ground-breaking all-in-one solution with comprehensive peripheral devices, it offers installation partners many practical advantages. With the new EasyScan, diagnostic and service tool, workshop staff can analyze the operating condition of the pre-heater easily and quickly.
• Compact, efficient water heater • Innovative peripheral devices and new diagnostic device • Simplified installation • CARB approved

Compact and robust water heater for simple installation

With the third generation of its Hydronic heaters, Eberspaecher is offering an easy-to-operate preheater with stepless heating power control. The coolant or hydronic heater works efficiently with all popular types of fuel. Due to its robust construction – with an encapsulated fan motor and the separation of cold and hot components – it is designed for longevity. A high IP protection class also secures the unit from the ingress of water during high-pressure or steam jet cleaning. The new water spigots are fully rotatable by 360 degrees and are fully replaceable, they ensure convenient and rapid fitting in a range of installation positions. Optimized brackets enable the pre-heater to be mounted anywhere in the smallest possible space and to be attached rapidly and permanently.

Click here to see how the Hydronic S3 works


Espar's new fuel fired coolant or Hydronic heater, the S3 economy

Arctic Traveler Canada (ATC) is proud to be an Eberspacher Master Stocking Distributor (MSD) and offers the complete range of products. Eberspaecher has the most comprehensive range of fuel operated air and coolant heater products available in today’s marketplace with affordable heating solutions for on & off-road equipment, small trucks, forestry, mining, military and so much more. Offering close attention to detail and technical design, Eberspacher leads the industry in Excellence in Supporting Product Applications and Reliability. 

For more info call 1-800-295-4156 our CSR’s are waiting to help or visit our website.  Arctic Traveler Canada (ATC), specialist in mobile climate control.

HD Parts Look Up Using ATC.CA

Posted on July 7, 2016 - ATC Connect, Did You Know?

Did you know you can access the HD parts catalogue on our website?

All this and more at www.atc.ca.

Locate the Product Lines navigation tab in the middle of the page to access a variety of catalogues which will help you get to the HD parts.
Mobile Heavy Duty HVAC Product Lines like BSI, ESPAR, MCC, RedDot, Spal - ATC 800-295-4156
This will open and present the Product Lines page. 
Click or Select the Download Catalog in PDF format of the catalogue you wish to browse.

Heavy Duty mobile HVAC parts catalogs from ATC, BSI, ESPAR, MCC, RedDot, SPAL
You’ll be presented with Product Lines by Type,  Select the Part Type – this example Blower Motors

Product Lines of Quality Heavy Duty HVAC parts by type from leading manufacturers
Scroll through to locate the Mounting Type, Stud, Strap or Flange; Single or Double Shaft, Shaft Diameter, Length, 
The number of Speeds and Wires, Vented or Non-Vented and the ATC  4 or 5 digit PART NUMBER, EG 3393.
Quality Heavy Duty HVAC replacement parts from leading manufacturers

Call us at 1-800-295-4156 for Price and Availability or for Cross Reference help

June/July Newsletter

Posted on June 4, 2016 - Newsletters

The warm weather is here and with it, the start of another busy A/C season.

We look forward to hearing from you, but we know at times you simply want to “place an order” vs waiting in a queue as we assist others with cross referencing, product info and or custom application needs. We hope you appreciate that we can’t staff for unknown peaks and in an effort to better serve you, we are introducing an email service for Parts Ordering…..
Simply provide all necessary details… part numbers, quantity, pickup location, ship to location, purchase order # etc and we’ll acknowledge and process your request as soon as possible.

Heavy Duty A/C Best Practices: Preventative Maintenance, Diagnostics & How To Procedures
Driven by competition, computer aided design, a focus on quality and several other factors, mechanical reliability is at all time high. As a result heavy-duty A/C components rarely fail ! In fact, components mainly fail because of contaminated refrigerant oil and general lack of preventive maintenance. 

As the A/C season kicks into high gear we continue sharing our series on A/C Best practices. Lets begin with a quick recap of what we’ve covered, before introducing this months features in ATCNEWS and ATCTV.
In March we offered a A/C Preventative Maintenance Schedule along with a video on Basic Troubleshooting. In April we shared The Importance of a System Inspection and a supporting video on How To and Which Components to Inspect.

This month in ATCNEWS we feature How To Troubleshoot the A/C Electrical System and How to Inspect an A/C Compressor  while on ATCTV we provide a supporting video Examining Compressor Failures. We  hope you find this series informative and the overall content via these channels helpful.

Did You Know! 
Thermistors are a very accurate and cost effective sensor for measuring temperature. Need an OE replacement? Read more on ATCNEWS and watch the ATCTV installation video here.

ATC CONNECT – Parts cross references and look-up made easy 
We continue to field and are happy to answer questions about this great new tool. Information on the top 2 questions can be found right here..How to Get Access and How To Use. The other most frequently asked question is about on-hand inventory. This update is completed overnight and ATC CONNECT displays the current inventory levels at the start of the day. As orders are placed and stock is depleted, if you need it, call or email us to order it. Remember the primary function of ATC CONNECT is parts cross reference and look up of specs. 

Cabin Air Filters – A/C not blowing cold? A relatively new feature in the heavy duty industry, the cabin air filter is often overlooked in regular vehicle maintenance.Read more here

To view all our offerings, visit the Product Line page on ATC.CA to access catalog downloads or call us toll free at 1-800-295-4156, our Customer Service Representatives will be happy to assist you.

The opinions expressed in this newsletter, do not necessarily reflect those of Arctic Traveler Canada.

April/May Newsletter

Posted on May 4, 2016 - Newsletters

Last Month we published our first Newsletter and introduced our Social Media channels Facebook and Google+. We also introduced and highly recommend using ATC Connect our parts look-up and cross reference tool, complete with tech tips, industry news and more. 

Next up was ATCNEWS, our web log with technical tips, product features and more. Our feature was on Heating Solutions, along with a RedDOT guide to Troubleshooting heaters and Espar tips on How to determine and remove carbon build up in heaters. Need a Catalog? click here to request yours today. All this and more available in searchable categories.

This month in ATCNEWS we feature the Best Selling HVAC parts by Make and Off-Road Cabin Air Filters.
 
A/C PM on ATCTV
With winter hopefully behind us, this month in ATCNEWS is a RedDOT A/C Preventative Maintenance Schedule.The article introduces our Youtube channel ATCTV where you will find videos courtesy of MEI featuring best practices on How To & Which Components to Inspect during PM and a Basic Troubleshooting guide. We hope you find this new channel exciting and the content helpful.

So much to offer, all from 1 source 
ATC is a proud distributor of a variety of brand name compressors like Sanden, Denso and York; accessories like belts, clutches, o-rings and oil for your cooling needs. We also stock a wide selection of SPAL, the world leader in fans and accessories. From simple dash fans to high performance axial fans, relay harnesses and centrifugal blowers for cars, buses and off road vehicles….whatever you need, available when you need it!. 

Our website is your doorstep to information on a variety of other product offerings.Visit the Product Line page to access catalog downloads or call us toll free at 1-800-295-4156, our Customer Service Representatives will be happy to assist you.

Unique Application or Replacement Coils
Arctic Traveler‘s coil manufacturing division, Custom Coils Canada produces tube and fin replacement condensers, evaporators and heater cores for almost any mobile, commercial or industrial application. We specialize in building aftermarket drop-in replacement coils. Call 905-789-8523 or visit www.customcoils.ca for more information. 

The opinions expressed in this newsletter, do not necessarily reflect those of Arctic Traveler Canada.

March Newsletter

Posted on March 4, 2016 - Newsletters

Welcome to our first Newsletter

We hope this finds you well. On behalf of everyone at Arctic Traveler Canada we extend a gracious thank you for your continued support. With each passing year our industry gets more competitive and we know we have to work harder to earn and keep your business. That means strengthening our relationship, continuing to provide quality products, exceptional service and informative industry news.

ATC Connect – Parts Lookup and Cross Reference made easy
To ensure we have the quality parts you need and come to expect from ATC, we conducted an extensive analysis of product movement over the last 3 years which resulted in an increase to our inventory levels. We know having the right part is paramount to getting the job done right and to help you through this process and continue our efforts to be a leader in the industry, Arctic Traveler is proud to share an exciting new tool for A/C components, ATC CONNECT. The tool provides OEM cross references, pictures, technical tips, on-hand inventory and so much more. Sounds interesting! You bet it is. Speak with our Customer Service Reps or click here to get access and start utilizing this exciting and very useful tool.
 
Breaking News – ATC is social. Like us on Facebook and Follow Us on Google+.
Our focus on these channels will be to grow relationships with similar businesses in our industry, share bite size information that enlightens and educates our valued customers and introduce a lighter side to conversation. We hope you join us and look forward to seeing you there. Coming soon ATCTV.
 
Introducing ATCNEWS our informative and educational weblog.
Even in a warm winter like this one staying warm is still very important.Our feature this month is on Heating Solutions with additional tips in Did You Know.

The opinions expressed in this newsletter, do not necessarily reflect those of Arctic Traveler Canada.