Electric Refrigeration
TE Series
NewOffering increased bus range and rider comfort, while reducing total cost of ownership.
The next generation TE Series all-electric bus HVAC unit offers increased bus range and rider comfort while reducing total cost of ownership.

Save money, without sacrificing rider comfort
Many public transit authorities have an interest in introducing or expanding their use of zero-emission electric buses. Given the benefits, it’s no surprise why. But the move does not come without its own set of challenges. Battery range is top of mind for most. The HVAC system is the largest electrical load on a transit bus, requiring as much as 40% of the total available electrical energy. It doesn’t have to be this way. All-electric HVAC systems can have the ability to lighten the load on the batteries. Reducing power consumption provides the capability to increase range of the bus and save you money, without sacrificing rider comfort.
Benefits
Increased Power and Efficiency
Provides up to 25% more capacity and efficiency than current Thermo King electric HVAC systems. Features a single variable speed horizontal compressor with a wider frequency range of 25Hz to 90Hz, consuming power only when needed.
Enhanced Rider Comfort
Improved interior temperature control throughout the bus cabin for a consistent customer experience. Reduced noise for a quieter and more comfortable riding experience due to backwards inclined blowers and increased variable speed fans.
Reduced Total Cost of Ownership
Improved reliability by reducing parts that need repair, leading to a reduction in parts replacement, maintenance, and service costs by eliminating additional compressor, coil, and second controller.
Integrated Battery Thermal Management System
The Battery Thermal Management System is integral to the unit, reducing the need for a second compressor, additional coil, and second controller. This also improves battery coolant temperature control and reduces refrigerant connections and leak points.
Commitment to Sustainability
Next generation TE Series electric bus HVAC units are part of the all-electric evolve™ portfolio, aligning with customer goals for sustainable fleet solutions and contributing to Trane Technologies’ 2030 Sustainability Commitments.
Unit Specs
Compressor
| Type | 1 single variable speed horizontal compressor |
| Frequency Range | 25Hz to 90Hz |
Efficiency
| Capacity & Efficiency | Up to 25% more than current Thermo King electric HVAC systems |
Fans
| Type | Backwards inclined blowers with noise suppression |
| Number of Variable Speed Fans | 6 (increased from 4) |
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