Question 1

What does Gamotech make?

Accepted Answer

Gamotech makes battery-powered mobile power units that replace diesel-powered auxiliary systems on work trucks. Instead of idling a truck's engine to run hydraulic, pneumatic, or electric tools, Gamotech's units supply that power from a battery, allowing the engine to shut off while equipment keeps running. Products include the Gamo-X truck-integrated power unit and the GamoWorks family of mobile workstation trailers.

Question 2

What is GamoWorks?

Accepted Answer

GamoWorks is Gamotech's zero-emission mobile workstation platform. It is built on a single base trailer platform, an enclosed, insulated, highway-towable trailer with battery power, climate control, and integrated 110V output, and is offered in four pre-configured builds: GamoWorks Office (a mobile office and crew space), GamoWorks Office-Water (office plus hydraulic and pneumatic power packs and an extended battery, for public works and water utility crews), GamoWorks Command (a mobile command station for emergency management and public safety), and GamoWorks Response (a first-responder decontamination and recovery station). Every configuration operates silently and without on-site emissions.

Question 3

What is Gamo-X?

Accepted Answer

Gamo-X is Gamotech's truck-integrated zero-emission power unit. It installs directly on a work truck and replaces the truck's diesel PTO system with battery-powered hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric output, so the truck engine no longer has to idle to run onboard tools. Gamo-X has received Écocamionnage homologation from the Quebec government, which enables eligible clients to request a reimbursement of up to 50% of the cost on eligible truck applications. Gamo-X is also the core power technology used inside the GamoWorks trailer platform, available in both truck-integrated and trailer-based forms.

Question 4

What is a mobile power unit (MPU)?

Accepted Answer

A mobile power unit is a battery-powered system that supplies hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric output to job-site tools and equipment, replacing the need for an idling engine or a separate gas generator. Gamotech's Gamo-X is a configurable mobile power unit used across municipal water utility, signage, and public works applications.

Question 5

What is diesel idling and why does it matter?

Accepted Answer

Diesel idling happens when a truck's engine keeps running just to power onboard tools and equipment, rather than to drive the vehicle. On a typical job site, this means hours of fuel burned, noise generated, and exhaust released without the truck going anywhere. Idling adds significant fuel and maintenance cost over a truck's lifetime, and it's a growing focus of municipal noise bylaws and fleet emissions targets.

Question 6

What is an ePTO?

Accepted Answer

An ePTO (electric power take-off) is a battery-powered replacement for the traditional engine-driven power take-off (PTO) system on a work truck. Instead of running the engine to power hydraulic, pneumatic, or electric tools, an ePTO draws from a battery pack, allowing the engine to shut off while equipment keeps running.

Question 7

What's the difference between Gamo-X and GamoWorks?

Accepted Answer

Gamo-X is a truck-integrated power unit that installs directly on a work truck and replaces the diesel PTO. GamoWorks is a trailer-based mobile workstation platform built around the same Gamo-X power technology, adding an enclosed, climate-controlled workspace and configurations for office, command, response, and water-utility use. Both deliver silent, emission-free power; the right choice depends on whether your fleet needs a truck-integrated power unit or a towable workstation.

Question 8

How does zero-emission mobile power differ from a diesel generator?

Accepted Answer

A diesel generator burns fuel continuously to produce power, generating noise, exhaust, and ongoing fuel cost for as long as it runs. A zero-emission mobile power unit like the Gamo-X stores energy in a battery and delivers output without combustion: no exhaust, significantly less noise, and no fuel cost during operation. The tradeoff is that battery capacity is finite per charge, so runtime depends on the unit's configuration and the job's power demand.

Question 9

What tools can a Gamo-X power unit run?

Accepted Answer

A Gamo-X power unit can run any tool normally powered by a truck's PTO system: hydraulic pumps, pneumatic compressors, and standard 240V and 12V electrical equipment. No tool modifications are required.

Question 10

How does a Gamotech power unit get recharged?

Accepted Answer

Gamotech power units recharge using a standard Level 2 (SAE J1772, 240V) EV charger, the same infrastructure used for electric vehicles, or a standard 120V outlet for slower charging. Most municipal and commercial depots already have or can easily install the required outlet.

Question 11

How long can a Gamotech power unit run before recharging?

Accepted Answer

Runtime depends on the configuration and duty cycle. Gamotech's trailer-based power unit, for example, is built to support 1 to 2 days of continuous work before recharging. Runtime for other configurations depends on tool load and usage pattern.

Question 12

Do Gamotech's power units work in cold winter conditions?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Gamotech's power units use battery thermal management systems engineered for cold-climate operation, and units are deployed and operating in Québec municipalities year-round, including through winter.

Question 13

How does the noise level compare to a diesel generator or idling truck engine?

Accepted Answer

Battery-powered systems eliminate the engine noise and exhaust associated with diesel idling or generators. Because there is no combustion, the operating sound is limited to cooling fans and electrical components, which is typically much lower than a diesel generator or an idling truck engine. Exact noise levels vary with load and unit configuration.

Question 14

What maintenance does a Gamotech power unit require?

Accepted Answer

Compared to a diesel engine, electric power units have far fewer moving parts: no oil changes, no fuel filters, no exhaust after-treatment, and no engine wear. Maintenance is mainly visual inspections, battery and thermal-management checks, and periodic software updates. Specific intervals depend on duty cycle and configuration.

Question 15

What industries and applications use Gamotech's products?

Accepted Answer

Gamotech's products are used across municipal water utility departments, road and signage crews, broader municipal public works operations, and private commercial fleets, anywhere a work truck needs to run tools, lighting, or auxiliary equipment without relying on the vehicle's engine.

Question 16

What trucks are compatible with the Gamo-X?

Accepted Answer

The Gamo-X is compatible with standard medium and heavy-duty work trucks used in municipal and commercial fleets. Compatibility is confirmed at the time of purchase based on the truck's make, model, and year.

Question 17

Can Gamo-X be retrofitted onto a truck I already own, or only installed on new builds?

Accepted Answer

Gamo-X can be installed on both existing trucks and new builds, depending on the make, model, year, and chassis configuration. Gamotech confirms compatibility and integration details for each specific truck before the project moves forward.

Question 18

How long does it take to install or deploy a Gamotech power unit?

Accepted Answer

Gamotech handles setup and commissioning directly, without a third-party distributor in between. Operators are trained on-site, and most configurations require no modifications to the truck chassis.

Question 19

Are Gamotech's products eligible for government funding programs?

Accepted Answer

Many Québec and federal programs support fleet electrification and can offset acquisition costs for products like Gamotech's. Program terms and amounts change periodically, so eligibility should be confirmed at the time of purchase.

Question 20

What financing or leasing options are available?

Accepted Answer

Financing and leasing options are available through our funding partners. We can help bundle equipment financing with applicable grants and structure a solution that fits your fleet's procurement process.

Question 21

What is the total cost of ownership compared to a diesel system?

Accepted Answer

Total cost of ownership depends on the unit configuration, duty cycle, fuel prices, and maintenance costs. In general, battery-powered systems reduce spending on diesel fuel, engine maintenance, and idling-related wear, which can result in lower lifecycle costs than diesel PTO or generator systems. We can provide a fleet-specific assessment on request.

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