Bonallack-bodied Mercedes for Kenya Ice Cream Factory
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AREFRIGERATED boxvan for service in Ken) a with factory-to-depot deliveries of bulk ice cream has been designed and built by Bonallack Refrigerated Vehicles Ltd., of Norwich, to the order of Normand (Mayfair) Ltd., who supplied the Mercedes chassis. The van will be operated by Lyons Maid (East Africa) Ltd.
Of light alloy construction throughout (alloy panels on a double alloy frame with alloy chequer plate floor), an interesting feature of the body is the full utilization of load space obtained by filling the otherwise-wasted gangway between the fixed shelves with removable trays. The Superfreeze door is hung on adjustable hinges, ensuring a constant seal, and incorporates a small loading hatch.
The body is insulated overall with 8 in. polystyrene. A Thermo King PKW 20 refrigeration unit with petrol engine and a waterproof electric motor maintains temperature at —20'F in an ambient of 95*F.