Protecting Workers from Health Hazards and Improving Machine Efficiencies Workers in heavy construction and mining industries get exposed to harmful airborne particulates and elevated CO2 levels regularly. Inhaling dust particles, exhaust, asbestos, and silica can lead to long-term health issues. When exposure to CO2 levels exceeds ambient CO2 + 400...
Proheat provides mobile equipment heating solutions for off-highway equipment in construction, logging, oilfield, drilling, or mining industries as well as military applications. Proheat uses the latest technology to help keep your employees healthy and productive, providing safe and efficient heating in the most extreme environments. Polar Mobility is an Authorized...
Workers in industries that use heavy-duty equipment such as construction, mining, oil and gas, agriculture, and military sites are constantly exposed to high-risk toxins. These harmful chemicals include nitrogen oxide, carbon monoxide, volatile organic compounds (VOC), and semi-volatile organic compounds (SVOC). Unfortunately, the risk of developing asthma, cancer, heart disease,...
As we enter the winter months in Canada, commercial mobile heating solutions become an indispensable asset for many industries. The risk for employee safety and production increases significantly when workers are exposed to freezing temperatures. For many companies, operations can’t continue without the proper heating application. Maintaining a steady temperature...
For mobile equipment and field sites, the HVAC system is a crucial component and one that can really impact a company’s bottom line. Of course, business owners and project managers want to get the most out of their HVAC system to save on energy costs and prevent repairs and...
When a commercial AC unit consistently works too long and too hard, eventually, it will overheat and break down. We want to avoid this issue before it happens and leads to a costly repair or replacement. This is why it’s important to be aware of the following reasons that...
When you’re transporting temperature-sensitive products, the last thing you want to happen is an unexpected vehicle breakdown on the road. The slightest change in temperature can compromise goods, leading to financial loss for your customers and your business. Further, it can greatly impact your reputation. Your refrigerated vehicle is...
For anyone looking to purchase a commercial vehicle for the purpose of transporting perishable goods, the first thing that comes to mind is whether it can be fitted with a proper transport refrigeration unit. Understandably, this is a significant factor as you want a vehicle that can maintain a...
Did you know that one of the biggest losses for companies is products that spoil during the shipping of temperature-sensitive products? While warm air can spoil food fast, the transportation process is even more challenging because some goods, such as pharmaceuticals and flowers, can be damaged if the transport...
For camper vans, heat is one of the most talked-about and important factors - especially in Canada, where overnight temperatures can dip below 0 degrees celsius even during summer nights. While you have a few options for portable heaters, we want to highlight the Eberspacher D2 Heater as one...
Choosing between a box vs a panel van is all about what will create efficiency and cost savings for your business. At Polar Mobility in Calgary, we’ve seen many advantages for both types of vans. While there is no option that is better than the other, choosing the right...
Transport refrigeration units are a must-have for businesses that deliver perishable goods and need to follow specific regulations. The benefits of portable fridge units go beyond keeping items chilled. Some products, like flowers and medicine, need exactly the right temperature that won’t compromise their quality. If a portable fridge...
Fuel-fired heaters offer many solutions in regards to what you may be looking for. These types of units are commonly found in many types of atmospheres and industries including operational machinery, buses, trucks, industrial processes, and plants. Here are 5 things to know about fuel-fired heaters…. 1. What are fuel fire...
The Espar D2 heater unit takes the heat of the combustion and uses it to warm up space. Today, we are going over the Espar D2 gas heater and how it works when installed in a vehicle such as a camper van. What cool features does the Eberspacher gas heater...
Transportation services ensure all our grocery shelves are stocked year-round with cold and frozen food. You can thank refrigerated transportation services that started all the way back in the 1800s and the growing innovation around this concept since. Certain types of freight and goods that need to be transported in...
If you install a fan - a forced heating system - the room you are looking to heat will stay warm and comfortable, even in cold weather. There can be many great advantages to having a good fan heater in your mobile unit. Fan heaters consume less energy and are...
The compressor is the heart of the refrigeration cycle and is a critical component of transport refrigeration. Transport refrigeration units operate with a cycle that uses an absorption system or vapour compressor to cool or dry the air. To understand the role of a transport refrigeration compressor, we first need...
Espar heater systems are some of the world’s leading products for all types of commercial, recreational, and special-purpose vehicles. As with all heating systems, Espar comes with its advantages and drawbacks. We take a look at some of the pros and cons of Espar heating systems to help you...
Many different industries use hydraulic systems most suitable for heavy equipment like shovels, haul trucks, dozers, loaders, drills, excavators, and underground apparatuses. Hydraulics play a significant role in air solutions for mobile equipment when it comes to working environments that restrict the use of open flames, such as petrochemical plants...
For extreme environments and heavy-duty industries, a high level of dust and debris is commonplace. As a result, the engines inside mobile equipment used by certain industries can quickly become contaminated and clogged with particles. This can lead to irreversible damage and premature engine failure. Although engines are equipped with...
