Front Mount (FM) Catalytic Cargo Heater

northstar flameless _ front mount The Front Mount Series mounts permanently on the nose of trailer.  It is designed to provide low cost heat for dry vans up to 53 feet.
  • 18,000 and 22,000 BTU models
  • Thermostat controls
  • Free Standing - No electricity
Front Mount cargo heaters exceed the most current standards established by the Canadian Standards Association. Manufactured in Northstar Flameless state of the art facility, our products are rigorously tested at all stages of assembly.

Northstar Flameless Front Mount Heaters are:

  • SAFE: Flameless catalytic heat operating at 850o F is below the flash point of most flammable cargo.  Equipped with a thermocouple safety shut-off system.
  • FUEL EFFICIENT: Clean burn of low cost propane (LP) gas provides instant heat for pennies per hour.  No fumes or soot.  No loss of heat through a heat exchanger.  Operating at constant full heat output, Front Mount Heaters will run at least 4 days on a 100-lb. tank of propane.
  • HIGH HEATING CAPACITY: Unique ducting system moves 200oF air throughout the trailer.  Self-contained, no electrical power required.
  • LIGHT WEIGHT: Durable light weight design (100 lbs.) means you are able to haul more freight.
  • EASY SERVICE: No moving parts, engines or batteries.   Pop-out control panel and catalytic element assembly designed for easy maintenance and parts replacement.