It is no secret that reducing downtime is a top priority for fleets. Often, major causes of downtime involve electrical issues, specifically dead batteries. Ensuring batteries are charged in all…
For a detailed discussion on using solar in heavy-duty trucking, watch the recording of our Solar Myth Busters webinar. For a summary of the discussion, check out the outline below:…
How much electrical power do AC devices in your tractor actually consume? Too often, drivers guess how much power their accessories require and end up using an incorrectly rated inverter…
This April marks 30 years of Purkeys supporting the critical missions of our customers. Especially in the current turbulence of the world, it’s nice to know that Purkeys has been…
A few considerations when selecting a DC-AC power inverter for your tractor include inverter type, power rating, and the correct wiring harness. Cutting corners on quality and installation can result…
The SteadyCharge was developed originally for a company that needed their heater batteries to be charged during the summer. Heaters are used in trailers during the cold seasons when products…
Fleets should keep a clean and organized battery room. Step-by-step instructions for the equipment used in the room should be posted in an easy to read and easy to access…
The past few weeks have been a new, challenging experience for everyone as we have had to quickly adapt to working around the COVID-19 outbreak. We are proud of the…
Purkeys is a leading provider of battery-saving solutions for the heavy-duty trucking industry. In fact, we like to say that “we provide product solutions that charge and maintain batteries—and other…
The 2020 Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) Annual meeting is quickly approaching! It will be held this year in Atlanta, GA on February 24-27. As you know, the purpose of…
The anniversary of love is just around the corner—Valentine’s day! A day traditionally filled with candy, gifts, and romantic dates. As a holiday that can be stressful for even the…
For all you team drivers out there, being on the road for Valentine’s day doesn’t mean you can’t prepare a delicious and romantic meal for two using your inverter. Included…