Minimizer expands line of custom floor mats
Minimizer expanded its line of custom floor mats to include mats for Peterbilt 379 trucks model years 1987 through 2007. “Minimizer is pleased to manufacture the toughest and most durable custom floor mats made specifically for the Peterbilt 379, considered by many to be the mother of all custom trucks,” said Craig Kruckeberg, chief visionary
Accuride launches new aluminum wheels
Accuride Corp. introduced its new Accu-Flange aluminum wheels to reduce rim flange wear, the company said. Accu-Flange aluminum wheels feature a specially-treated rim designed that reduces the rim flange wear seen in heavy-haul, shifting-load and frequent stop-start applications, said the company. The treatment bonds to the aluminum substrate forming a barrier that reduces abrasion between the
Avoiding CSA citations with LED lighting solutions
Of course, one of the most talked about benefits of LEDs is the potential for decreasing the chances of a CSA violation. Lighting is, quite literally, the most visible aspect of the truck as it rolls down the highway. If there’s a lighting issue, the tractor is practically screaming to be pulled over. Often times,
Engine coolant technology primer
PEAK Commercial & Industrial clarifies coolant technology: The company notes that extended life coolants (ELC) or organic acid coolants (OAT) provide up to 8% better heat transfer versus conventional coolants. Conventional coolants or inorganic additive technology (IAT) coolants protect metal by creating a thick layer of insoluble metal inhibitor salts. OAT coolants specifically target corrosive
PulseTech Products details Pulse Technology for lead-acid batteries
Lead-acid batteries, if improperly recycled, can result in long lasting legacies that harm both the environment and humans, said PulseTech Products Corp., an early adopter of corporate green product policy that keeps all types of lead-acid based batteries out of the waste stream, landfills and smelters. According to statistics used by PulseTech, 98% of lead-acid batteries
Racor releases GreenMAX fuel filter brochure
Racor Division of Parker Hannifin Corp. made available its new GreenMAX Fuel Filter Water Separator brochure. The brochure offers complete product information on the new GreenMAX fuel filter. The GreenMAX is a heavy-duty, high-capacity, fuel filter water separator with options for all weather operations, says Racor. There are three heating options available, including a patented
Keeping truck engines cool: The right coolant and coolant filter stand between you and engine repairs
The biggest factors surrounding engine coolant are maintaining engine temperatures, assisting in emission control and being plagued by chemical and particulate contamination, says John Gaither, director of heavy-duty engineering for Luber-finer. In addition, he notes, they often must handle rust, silicate drop out and scale, which is caused by an unbalanced system and needs to
Lighting the way: Spec’ing electrical system components to balance performance
Rolling down the road, truck and trailer lighting serves as a beacon of safety, lighting the way and providing tractor and load visibility to other road warriors, commercial and passenger alike. Today’s lighting solutions shine brighter and longer than ever. The incandescent lighting systems of yesteryear have given way to light emitting diode (LED) products
TriboDyn engine oil treatment aims to boost fuel savings
TriboDyn Engine Oil Treatment is engineered to reduce friction and wear, will perform under extreme pressure and heat, help prevent galling and micro welding and is capable of handling temperatures well over 1150C/2100F and can carry loads up to 350,000 psi, according to the company. Normal lubricants and oils have a maximum pressure they can
What’s in your truck’s wire?
Heavy-duty commercial trucking fleets should always check their stock of replacement wire to see what type of insulation they are buying, says Purkeys in its latest blog post “Are You Buying the Right Wire?” The company continues on to say that the wrong insulated wire can overheat and ignite under certain conditions. Instead of opting
Kiene Diesel Accessories touts its tire lifter
The Kiene Diesel Accessories K-1353 Tire Lifter, originally designed for lifting 22.5 in. and 24.5 in. mounted tires, is able to lift dangerously heavy 455 tires. The tire lifter makes lifting these tires a safe, one man operation, said the company. When not in use, the tool folds into a compact 49 in. package that can hang
Digging into the details: Addressing the complexity faced by today’s fleets
Connectivity breeds complication. As equipment, technology, data, driver and shipping demands are woven together, new challenges bubble up from complexity. Fleet managers are on the equipment front lines, streamlining operations through smart truck purchases. At the heart of it, you are the risk managers of your fleets. Yet even a seemingly simple solution such as
