At the IAA in Hannover, from 15 to 20 September, Imbema will
present a new integrated safety concept for light commercial vehicles. At the heart of the
concept is a new intelligent gas detection system for the load compartment. At stand E41 in
Hall 13, Imbema will demonstrate how ventilation, vehicle security and ergonomics come
together in one complete package for safety and comfort.
The new gas detection system will make its trade show debut at the IAA. It continuously
monitors the air quality in the load compartment. Even low concentrations of potentially
hazardous gases are detected early and reliably. As soon as threshold values are exceeded,
the system automatically issues a warning.
In combination with the proven Easy Aero Electric powered roof ventilator, the system can
also automatically reduce the gas concentration in the load compartment to below the
threshold value. As an option, the system can automatically send an alert to the driver or a
central monitoring centre, allowing additional measures to be taken promptly if necessary.
The system is primarily intended for companies transporting gas cylinders or other
hazardous substances in their vans. It provides an additional layer of safety that operates
fully automatically and requires no user intervention.
Also for electric vans
The integrated safety system has been developed specifically with the growing use of electric
vans in mind. Particular consideration has been given to extracting gases that are heavier
than air and therefore settle at floor level. Until now, this has generally been achieved by
installing one or more openings in the vehicle floor. In electrically powered vehicles, however,
this is difficult or even impossible because the battery packs are housed in a sealed
enclosure beneath the vehicle floor.
Imbema addresses this issue with a compact electric extraction unit installed at the lowest
point of the load compartment. The system captures heavy gases directly where they
accumulate and safely vents them to the outside through a short outlet beneath the vehicle.
Easy Aero: proven and safe
Reliable load-compartment ventilation is receiving increasing attention in the light commercial
vehicle sector. The EUMOS guideline for the ventilation of light commercial vehicles serves
as a reference in this area. For many years, Imbema has offered the proven Easy Aero roof
ventilation system, which operates without moving parts. This makes Easy Aero one of the
most robust and reliable systems on the market.
The patented Push & Pull Venturi technology provides continuous air exchange. Easy Aero
is also straightforward to install. For applications requiring higher ventilation rates, or where
ventilation is required while the vehicle is stationary, the system is also available in a
powered version: the Easy Aero Electric.