Minimizer launches new Tire Mask product
Minimizer introduced its Minimizer Tire Mask, a user-friendly kit that allows heavy-duty truck owners, operators and maintenance departments to paint their wheels in a few simple steps, according to the company. The Minimizer Tire Mask kit comes with a Tire Mask that protects tires from paint and primer overspray. The Minimizer Tire Mask installs on
Reducing truck and trailer drag, increasing fuel efficiency
Fleet managers are well aware that aerodynamic drag (wind resistance) accounts for most truck energy losses at highway speeds. Reducing drag improves fuel efficiency. The longer the drive and the higher the speed, the greater the potential efficiency benefits become. Over the past two decades, manufacturers have made significant progress in reducing the drag coefficient
Valspar Oil Stain Remover keeps shop floors clean
Oil stains are bound to happen in any shop and cleaning these stains can be a challenge. New Valspar Oil Stain Remover is a solution for keep concrete floors clean and help make a lasting impression on customers. “Our new fast-acting, easy-to-use Valspar Oil Stain Remover absorbs and lifts oil stains without scrubbing,” said Katie
Semler Industries releases modular Mini-Bulk System for diesel exhaust fluid
Semler Industries has introduced a diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) modular mini-bulk above-ground storage system for use at fleets, commercial locations, and retail facilities. This Mini-Bulk is the first of its kind to meet the space restrictions of a standard fuel island and has the smallest footprint of any equal-volume system on the market, according to
Penzoil introduces synthetic motor oil formulated from natural gas
Pennzoil introduced Pennzoil Platinum and Pennzoil Ultra Platinum with PurePlus Technology, full synthetic motor oils formulated from natural gas. PurePlus Technology is a patented process that converts pure natural gas into the first-of-its-kind, high quality full synthetic base oil. The Pennzoil Platinum line of products made with PurePlus Technology is the first major development in
Parker’s NSL Series non-spill, high-flow quick couplings
Parker Hannifin Corp. introduces the NSL Series of 2-in. flow size stainless steel couplings that are non-spill and high-flow. The Parker NSL Series provides an easy-to-use, secure connection to transfer, fill and dispense diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) and other chemicals from point of manufacture to bulk, point-of-use storage. DEF is used with the selective catalytic
Star-A-Liner shines a light on its HD Truck Rack Series
The HD Truck Rack Series from Star-A-Liner is known for its quality and strength, according to the company. These machines are 100% American made and features include: 25 Ton pull towers; electric hydraulics for precise pulling; 360-degree pulling radius; A50 steel for increased strength; and HD pull chains. The towers swing allowing for a quick
Rotary Lift redesigns its website with more videos, images and product information
Rotary Lift has redesigned its website to showcase more videos, images and product information to improve the user experience. The new rotarylift.com homepage features a rotating slideshow of the company’s vehicle lifts in action, highlighting the wide variety of products available. Links below the slideshow enable users to quickly find car lifts, truck lifts and
Snap-on introduces ETHOS+ technician plan
The ETHOS+ Technician Plan from Snap-on is a scan tool that features continuous software upgrades and full-warranty coverage for one weekly payment. The two or three-year ownership program is tailored to technicians who need their own diagnostic tool with predictable low payments, said the company. With the ETHOS+ Technician Plan, software upgrades are included. Subscribers
SmartTruck UT6Plus UnderTray System meets EPA SmartWay Elite criteria as single product
With the recently announced Elite level from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) SmartWay program, trailers must be equipped with aerodynamic devices that provide at least a 9% improvement in fuel economy to qualify. SmartTruck’s UT6Plus aerodynamic product provides the fuel saving performance required by EPA SmartWay to deliver those results, making it the only
Cleaning heavy-duty air filters
Several questions should enter truck operators’ minds when selecting air filters for your trucks. According to Wix Filter engineers, it only takes 8 oz. of dirt to destroy a diesel engine. Those questions, as offered by Wix, should include: • The type of sealing gasket; a close look at the media or paper and the
Oil Analyzers introduces new value-driven oil analysis kit
Oil Analyzers has expanded its oil analysis kit offerings by adding a new value kit as low-cost option when a full fluid analysis is not required. Oil analysis allows consumers to gauge the current condition of the oil and whether it’s suitable for continued use. The new value kit focuses on four key areas of
