Five new product introductions strengthen the business case for idle reduction with scalable, end-to-end power solutions for vocational fleets of all sizes.
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., March 12, 2026 — Vanair®, a Lincoln Electric Company, is introducing five new products that expand its EPEQ® Electrified Power Equipment® ecosystem. The offerings, unveiled at a press conference during Work Truck Week 2026, address growing demand for practical alternatives to engine idling that protect equipment, reduce maintenance costs and extend vehicle service life.
The introductions come as fleets hold onto trucks longer than ever. Higher replacement costs and tighter budgets are pushing rotation cycles beyond historical norms. Unnecessary idling accelerates engine wear, shortens emissions system life and depletes batteries already strained by telematics, GPS, cameras and other parasitic electronic loads. Most fleets plan for one or two full battery replacements per vehicle during a seven- to 10-year service cycle.
“The conversation around idle reduction has intensified,” said Dean Strathman, Vice President of Sales for Vanair®. “It’s not just about CO2 and fuel savings anymore. Today, the spotlight is on extending the life of assets that are more expensive to acquire and more complex to maintain. Every product we’re introducing gives fleet operators a way to put money back in their pockets by keeping that engine off, without sacrificing performance.”
The EPEQ® Power Center™ is a fully integrated, 48V core power module designed to serve as the central hub of the EPEQ® electrified power ecosystem.
EPEQ® Power Center™
The EPEQ® Power Center™ is a self-contained, 48-volt core power module that serves as the cornerstone of the EPEQ® ecosystem. It consolidates ELiMENT® batteries, inverters, a DC-DC converter and shore-power charging into a single enclosure that can be placed in a truck bed, on a van shelf or in virtually any vehicle configuration. Unlike the previously available EPEQ® Mobile Support Box, the Power Center™ does not include a compressor or welder. It functions as a dedicated power hub to which operators connect EPEQ®-driven accessories, including reciprocating and rotary screw compressors, the EPEQ® EPTO Hydraulic System and EPEQ® welders. Available with or without a protective canopy, it reduces installation time and provides a scalable entry point into the EPEQ® ecosystem.
EPEQ® 12-Volt Battery and Inverter System
The 12V ELiMENT® batteries are available in 100 Ah, 200 Ah and 300 Ah configurations.
The new EPEQ® 12-volt line extends Vanair’s mobile power expertise to lighter-duty vans, delivery vehicles and custom-upfitted service vehicles that need reliable auxiliary power but do not require the capacity of Vanair’s 48-volt EPEQ® system. It pairs new 12-volt ELiMENT® lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries in 100 Ah, 200 Ah and 300 Ah configurations with pure sine wave inverters in 1,000W, 2,000W and 3,000W models. The batteries provide a dedicated, isolated power source that prevents auxiliary loads from depleting the vehicle’s starting battery, allowing crews to charge cordless tools, run lighting, power laptops and operate 120-volt devices without idling. A 120-volt, 5 CFM air compressor can also be powered through the system. All components are engineered as an integrated, end-to-end system.
EPEQ® Solar Assist™ Vehicle Solar System
The EPEQ® Solar Assist™ system is a patented, flexible solar panel engineered specifically for work truck applications, serving as a continuous battery tender and auxiliary charging source for both the 12-volt and 48-volt EPEQ® platforms. Ordered directly on Vanair® equipment, Solar Assist™ arrives factory-installed, wired and integrated using a patent-pending, equipment-mounted solar architecture before the machine ever reaches the upfitter. That means zero added labor, no extra wiring, no lost truck space and no added installation cost. The panels utilize a shade-resilient mesh grid design with more than 2,100 conductive pathways, delivering strong performance in low-angle, diffused and shaded conditions where conventional panels lose significant output. At just 1/8-inch thick, the panels are flexible, low-profile and durable enough to survive more than 130,000 vibration cycles. Because the solar system stays with the equipment rather than the chassis, it transfers seamlessly when machines are remounted or vehicles are replaced.
The EPEQ® Solar Assist™ shown on an Air N Arc® 300 Hydraulic ALL-IN-ONE Power System®.
Work trucks draw constant parasitic power from telematics, GPS, sensors, security systems and onboard electronics, silently draining batteries even when the engine is off. These loads lead to no-starts, unexpected downtime, premature battery replacements and accelerated alternator and starter wear. Solar Assist™ prevents these failures by maintaining a higher state of charge throughout the day. Each system includes high-efficiency Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) charging that harvests up to 45% more energy than standard Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) controllers, maximizing usable daily power. Fleet data shows solar battery tending can extend battery life by up to 200%, dramatically reducing service calls and jump-starts. Vanair® holds exclusive North American rights to this technology for vocational truck applications and will display the panels pre-integrated on select EPEQ®-equipped machines at the show.
Velion® Chassis-Mount 50kW Mobile DC Fast Charger
Vanair® is demonstrating a truck-mounted configuration of the Velion® 50kW DC Fast Charger paired with an XCITE® PTO-driven 33kW generator, enabling DC fast charging anywhere a truck can go. Municipalities and utilities adopting electric vehicles have raised concern about charging during grid failures or remote deployments. Current alternatives, such as trailer-mounted generator systems, can cost $150,000 to $200,000 and require a dedicated vehicle.
The Velion® 50kW Mobile DC Fast Charger can be mounted on a truck’s chassis for mobility on any jobsite.
The Velion® chassis-mount adds mobile fast-charging capability to a multi-purpose service truck. It features CCS1 and NACS connectors, a NEMA 3R enclosure, IK08 impact rating and can be removed from the truck for use as a stationary charger. The Velion® is manufactured in the United States at Lincoln Electric’s Cleveland facilities.
Upgraded 48V ELiMENT® Batteries
Vanair® is upgrading its 48-volt ELiMENT® LiFePO4 batteries with a new IP67-rated design providing complete protection against dust ingress and temporary water immersion. New mounting configurations improve flexibility for under-chassis and frame-rail applications. An updated battery management app provides real-time monitoring of health, state of charge and diagnostics. The upgraded batteries will progressively replace current 48-volt ELiMENT® models across the EPEQ® line.
“Whether you need to power a cordless drill in a delivery van or fast-charge an electric utility truck after a hurricane, these products provide a clear path,” said Chip Jones, National Manager of Electrified Products Group for Vanair®. “One call, one supplier, one integrated system. That’s what our dealers and their customers have been asking for.”
All five products will be on display in booth #1443 at Work Truck Week 2026, March 11–13, at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. For more information, visit vanair.com.
About Lincoln Electric
Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com.
About Vanair®
Vanair® offers an extensive product line of vehicle-mounted air compressors, generators, welders, hydraulics, Electrified Power Equipment®, chargers/boosters, engine starters, EV chargers and custom products, making it the most comprehensive Mobile Power Solution® provider in the world. Through innovative design, training and support, Vanair® delivers rugged and reliable products that enhance efficiency and productivity globally. Wherever, whenever and however you need it… Vanair® is there. For more information about Vanair® and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://vanair.com/.
Vanair®, the Vanair® logo, Mobile Power Solutions®, EPEQ®, Electrified Power Equipment®, ELiMENT®, XCITE®, Solar Assist™, and Power Center™ are registered trademarks or trademarks of Vanair®, a Lincoln Electric Company, Michigan City, IN, USA.
Lincoln Electric® and Velion® are registered trademarks of The Lincoln Electric Company and its related companies.
