A new battery starting system, ideal for cold weather, was unveiled by Vanair Manufacturing Inc. at the recent Demo Expo in Louisville, Ky.
The trademarked FST3000+ Air boasts what Vanair calls Fast Start Technology. With over 3,000 amps of charging capability, the product features the Vanair Super Capacitor or VSC, a 240 amp alternator, a gas fuel-injected Kohler engine, and reciprocating two stage air compressor, says a news release from Vanair, which is based in Michigan City, Ind. The compressor produces up to 24 cubic feet per minute, at up to 175 pounds per square inch, “enabling the operator to use a variety of air tools at the job site,” the release said.
“Combine this technology, along with our core products, like our air compressors and generators, and you have another fantastic mobile power solution,” Dean Strathman, Vanair’s vice-president of Abovedecks, said in the news release.
The FST3000+ Air can be equipped with either a 12-volt or 12/24-volt engine start and battery charge capability.
Safety features include reverse polarity and short circuit lockout protection, connection faults, and voltage protection. A remote control panel provides a central, safe location to operate the machine.
“Combining the VSC capacitor, along with our alternator, gives us longer power durations to turn over a variety of heavy equipment, even from a completely dead battery,” the news release quoted lead product engineer Kai Justice.
For more information, visit http://www.vanair.com.