Traulsen: Proposed Penalty (2015-SE-42002)

DOE alleged in a civil penalty notice that Traulsen manufactured and distributed noncompliant commercial refrigeration equipment.

Office of the General Counsel

July 22, 2015
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July 22, 2015

DOE alleged in a Notice of Proposed Civil Penalty that Traulsen – ITW Food Group, LLC manufactured and distributed noncompliant commercial refrigerator-freezer model RDT132DUT-HHS in the U.S.  Federal law subjects manufacturers and private labelers to civil penalties if those parties distribute in the U.S. products that do not meet applicable energy conservation standards.  This civil penalty notice advises the company of the potential penalties and DOE's administrative process, including the company's right to a hearing.