Fairfax Industries chose Steelcom Electronics as its electronics partner to design and fit out a new prototype ambulance for the Wairarapa District Health Board/St John Ambulance.

• To design and fit out an electrical system for a new simplistic cost effective ambulance, which will give the customer lower maintenance costs and future proofing benefits through the life of the vehicle.
• The vehicle needed to have low current-draw lighting and the ability to be serviced on the side of the road anywhere in the country.
• To have a turnkey solution whereby a complete vehicle is delivered by a partnership of bodybuilder (Fairfax Industries) and electronics provider (Steelcom Electronics).

• Fit out the ambulance with the latest in LED lighting technology.
• Design and fit a charging and starting system that would prevent low battery faults.
• Design and fit an electrical system that is simplistic enough to be serviced easily by the customer and/or auto electricians around the country.

• Internal / external video cameras to enable the driver/front passenger to monitor the patient compartment and aid reversing.
• Easy central control panel operation.
• Circuit breakers for easy fault finding and repairs.
• Emergency jump start system.
• Onboard charging system that gives priority to vehicle battery and is controlled by the onboard computer.
• On station charging system, keeping vehicle charged and ready for immediate use.

• The electrical fit-out incorporates a simple, clean and ergonomic layout.
• All parts and looms are manufactured to ensure flexibility of build for specific customer requirements. Steelcom Electronic has fitted the latest in LED emergency lighting technology to these vehicles for excellent conspicuity.
• The unit has heating to the cabin and module.
• All parts are readily available nation wide through Steelcom Electronics’ network of suppliers and installers.
• The auto electrical system is user friendly and able to be serviced by any authorised auto electrical professional.
• Low running costs for the life of the vehicle.