Can anyone explain what Helium Technology is?

[Firsterin]

We have a 2015 High Country 343RL, there's a nice little plaque by the door that says it's got Helium Technology. Everyone we've asked has no real idea what that means. My husband has even asked the tech he's been talking to at the factory and he's not sure. The consensus is that it's some part of what makes the HC so much lighter in weight-which is why we bought it. Now I'm wondering if that is part of the reason that the dang thing never gets below 80f inside.

I'm hoping, that when we go to the Rally, that one of the reps there or at the factory will be able to enlighten us.

[MHC305RL]

I think it is just fancy terminology for lighter weight. They use electric jacks and slides instead of hydraulic which apparently save around 800 pounds. Im sure there are other differences that equate to weight savings as well.

[twindman]

I think since helium is lighter than air, it means your Marabombs won't blow up since they won't actually have to touch the ground.

[shovelhead86]

ya best hang on to the string or it will be like our kids balloon on the ceiling

[mlh]

It's BS
Lynwood

[DQDick]

That would be my guess also.

[greenmachine]

What is Helium Technology?
Helium Technology is a way of thinking….a way of thinking lighter weigh!
this is the explanation direct from Keystone web site.

[mlh]

Like I said BS.
Lynwood

[waynemoore]

2X the BS.

[Bama Camper]

Terminology invented in the Keystone marketing department to make it sound "Hi Tech". Yep, BS

[The Oldguard]

Hot air BS

[DuneBuggyBuilder]

Helium Technology refers to the weight saving things done to the HC. The major one is a different wall material which is significantly lighter than what is used in the "Montana". This might explain why the HC is harder to keep cool in summer and warm in winter.

[Mike117]

Helium technology construction (Up to 2500 lbs lighter!)
Glacier Package with R-10 sidewall, R-21 floor and R-38 roof

I have the ame rig and I like it. Granted it doesn't cool all that great. Don't plan to spen anytime where it is cool. To each their own and the negativity but so far my 2014 HC is good, so far.
Helium Technology – High Country campers
From web site

What is Helium Technology?
Helium Technology is a way of thinking….a way of thinking lighter weight.
Every aspect of construction and floor plan choices are carefully thought out to give the customers just as much or more RV with less weight without compromising, but enhancing, structural integrity, quality and price point.
High Country Helium Technology utilizes advanced materials and manufacturing technology to significantly reduce weight while maintaining all the features, comforts and ruggedness you expect in a Keystone Cougar. With Helium technology you save up to 2,000 pounds compared to comparably equipped fifth wheels and travel trailers, saving you wear and tear on your tow vehicle, improving fuel economy and maximizing your trucks towability.
Some notable features that are examples of weight saving technology:
Use of 2” aluminum framed laminated floor with Italian Poplar floor decking vs. 5/8” DynaSpan seamless floor decking in regular Cougars fifth wheels
Use of Norco Accu-Slide light weight slide system vs. motor/ gear driven Link to Norco Accu-Slide
5” rise stamped steel roof rafters, 16” OC vs. 5” fabricated rafters, 16” OC
Furniture is specially designed for optimum weight savings. For example, dinette chairs are durable aluminum framed and the master bed box spring is webbed
The cabinet styles are light-weight, I core that is pre-drilled and screwed
The side walls are 2” aluminum framed with foam block insulation but used a light-weight Italian Poplar wood for the interior and exterior substrate vs. Luan which is used in the Cougar models and the fiberglass exterior is Filon Select High gloss gray fiberglass
From research, it appears that most of the weight savings is from using the BAL cable slides but also using more and lighter composite materials resulting in a typical unit weight reduction of 900-1400lbs.


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[paulinbaja]

There is a new type of RV refrig. that uses helium. Check inside the door of the unit, this may be the answer, or I may be just wasting your time.

[dfb]

Helium tech is a fancy term for lighter weight. Thinner wood flooring, no hydraulic leveling system and anywhere weight can be reduced it is. Typically on the same sized trailer wieght is reduced 1500 or nore lbs...

[dieselguy]

Helium Technology is the end result of an owner thinking and thinking while burning up brain cells trying to figure out just what it entails. Fewer brain cells equates to lighter craniums ... thus weigh savings for the TV, TV occupants, and RV as a unit. However this technology may be discontinued as Dexter is complaining that their brake design is compromised by the lack of weight holding the tires to the roads here in the US. Back to you ... Chet.