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When it comes to building a product, the key component you will need is knowledge. Simple, right? You need to know what you are building, how you are going to build it, and what you want it to do once it’s complete. When it comes to the installation process, there’s really no difference.

But knowing how to do something, doing it, and doing it well, are completely different concepts. With a complex product like an Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) it takes a lot of time, hard work, and dedication to get everything right. From the fuel lines, to the electrical components, and even to the placement on the truck: APU’s are a difficult task to master. With over 20 years of experience under their belt, however, EcoFleet LLC has been able to pull it off beautifully, assuring customer satisfaction after every installation.

Still, some may ask: why EcoFleet LLC? Why not a truck shop that can do the same installation? You see, EcoFleet LLC is the sole creator and manufacturer of the HP2000 APU. All they do is build, repair, and install APU’s: Monday through Friday, 7:00AM to 4:00PM – day in and day out. Truck Shops, on the other hand, mostly do repairs on items such as brakes, alternators, or oil changes. Although they do an excellent job on those types of repairs, they’re not nearly as experienced when it comes to installing something as time-consuming and diverse as an APU.

From there the benefits just keep growing, for not only has EcoFleet LLC been in business for over 20 years and created its own APU to put on the market, but the creator of the HP2000 APU, Gary Parks, has also previously owned his own fleet. Having studied trucks for decades has helped him master his craft and figure out things such as how to get the best airflow from an APU. On top of that, the installation process itself only takes four to five hours on average, where others take an estimated two to three days of loss time and missed revenue. They even have a lounge with drinks and snacks available, where you can order delivery, watch Netflix, or just take a nap while you wait. It also helps that they are conveniently located in the heart of America, in Marion, IL, and are located close to not one, but two Interstates: Interstates 57 and 24.

Last, but certainly not least, is their financing. EcoFleet LLC provides numerous financing options supplied to you by one of our partnered financing companies. With zero to low upfront costs, 12 to 60-month term financing, and the most competitive payments in the financing market, our financing partners strive to supply the best leasing/financing options tailored to meet your needs. However, if you are purchasing a new or used truck that you know requires an APU, you can add the cost of buying an APU from EcoFleet LLC to the same financial purchase that you already have. This can save you a ton of hassle from having multiple financing accounts with different companies, policies, due dates, interest rates, etc. All you need to do is have the dealer contact EcoFleet LLC and then  route yourself to Marion, IL. It really is that simple.

The bottom line is, when it comes to paying to have something done, you want it done the right way on the first try. And when it comes to installing APU’s, EcoFleet LLC is the right way to go, because at EcoFleet LLC quality is always over compromise.

Vehicular performance and it’s mileage – what’s the relevance? Although it’s quite a popular concept for individuals to measure the wear of a vehicle by its mileage, is it really effective? Some experts beg to differ. In fact, many experts will protest that a true indicator of a vehicle’s performance is not at all referenced to its mileage – especially for fleet trucks.

For many fleet managers, measuring a trucks performance plays a key role in managing its replacement strategies, preventative maintenance schedules, identifying utilization, and overall calculating the fleet’s total cost of ownership as an entirety. And with many fleet managers also operating under a specific year or mileage replacement policy, the importance of measuring a trucks performance grows even larger. So, what is the best indicator?

Many engineers have highlighted that the most effective way to measure a vehicles performance is by looking at one of two things: either the hours of engine operation, or the amount of fuel burned over a length of time. As an engine idles, the wear on a vehicle to consume one gallon of fuel is the same as driving up to 30 miles. So, by measuring certain factors by hour, rather than per mile, it uses an alternative method to analyze the fleet – allowing analysts to better understand which locations and trucks are costing more than the benchmark.

Vehicles with special applications that require the vehicle to be running (such as those equipped with power take-offs) require constant charging of the battery to operate, which in return requires more idling time that won’t show up as mileage or utilization. And since idling, which can consume up to a gallon of fuel per hour, creates wear-and-tear on the engine by the hour, it’s preventative maintenance should go by the same method of measurement to better ensure the function of the engine and fuel system.

Now, some fleet managers may find this a little worrisome, especially if their fleet trucks are actually required to do quite a bit of idling. More idling being calculated by the hour, means even more maintenance – and more maintenance means more cost to maintain the truck and sustain its overall performance. But, there’s an easy solution to that with the purchase of Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) to help reduce idling and a hefty portion of its costs. Take the HP2000 for example. The HP2000 has an Idle Reduction System that doesn’t just eliminate the need for the truck’s engine to idle, but it also reduces fuel consumption by up the 90%! On top of that it’s quiet, light-weight, and in a compact size built to handle the extreme temperatures and rough conditions that drivers battle with on a daily basis.

All-in-all, however, measuring vehicular performance can give a fleet manager a better understanding of its usage and determine whether changes may or may not need to be made. While miles may be best for measuring many fleet analytics, hours are an important component to ensure total visibility into all aspects of fleet maintenance and measurements. And if counting the hours scares you, count on something that doesn’t – the reliability of the HP2000.

Being a truck driver or a heavy-machine operator makes you a very unique, dedicated person. From hours to days, no matter what you drive or how long you drive it for, your time operating your vehicle or equipment can be long and excruciating in these ever-changing weather conditions. That’s where the HP2000 APU comes in! The HP2000 APU is as versatile as you are, able to operate on many different types of vehicles and heavy-machinery such as semi-trucks, dump trucks, cranes, military transport vehicles, construction equipment and more! All of our units are built to withstand the harshest, most extreme weather conditions to keep your safe and comfortable while on the job or between your travels. Do you have a vehicle or type of equipment that you want an APU for, but you don’t know if it’ll work? No problem! As long as you have the specifications for what you are needing, EcoFleet LLC will be more than happy to assist in seeing what we can build for you. We are always taking on new projects and building APU’s for a variety of equipment. If you’ve got the room, we’ve got the APU for you! Call our office at (618) 997-9608 for more information.