Birmingham, AL, December 5, 2011—The California Air Resource Board (CARB) has approved the Altec Jobsite Energy Management System (JEMS®) when used in any power take-off (PTO), diesel-fueled truck application with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) rating over 10,000 lbs as meeting the requirements set forth in title 13, California Code of Regulations section 2485.
Altec JEMS® is a product of Altec’s Green Fleet, designed to eliminate engine idle time at the jobsite and reduce fuel consumption, noise pollution, and carbon footprint. The JEMS® is an integrated plug-in system powered by application-specific battery packs. The system provides power for the aerial device, truck cabin heating and air conditioning, and export power for hand tools and other electrical accessories.
Altec is a leading equipment and service provider for the electric utility, telecommunications, contractor, and tree care markets. The company provides products and services in more than 100 countries throughout the world.
Contact:
Valerie Davis
(205) 995-4317 (office)
(205) 639-3761 (mobile)
valerie.davis@altec.com
www.altec.com
www.altecgreenfleet.com