“Greentech” is in our best interest
From a scientist’s point of view it’s refreshing to observe all of the recent interest in alternative fuels that was supposed to have been created when the Department of Energy was formed in 1973. It may take our government a while to get started, but once it does, there’s no stopping them. The “greentech” boom
Bar’s Leaks hydraulic Jack Oil has Stop Leak
Bar’s Leaks Jack Oil with Stop Leak (p/n HJ12) is a one-step solution to revitalize snowplow hydraulic systems, prevent seepage and seal leaks, the company said.
The jack oil quickly eliminates leaks without the downtime associated with having to mechanically repair the hydraulic system, the product’s maker added.
According to the company, as they age, hydraulic system seals tend to dry out and shrink, leading to leaks. The jack oil reconditions these seals, repairing any current leaks and preventing new ones, Bar’s Products said. It is compatible with all snowplow manufacturer-approved hydraulic fluids, including synthetic and petroleum-based fluids as well as mineral oil.
Air line thawing tips
During the winter, it’s not uncommon to come across air lines that are frozen. For thawing frozen air lines, Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC gives the following do’s and don’ts: Do • Check the air dryer for proper operation, changing the desiccant cartridge and purge valve as necessary.• Thaw out frozen air lines and valves
Tire fires: a modern version
The best thing about truck tire fires is that they hardly ever happen anymore. There are good reasons for that. One is that steel radials simply don’t fail in this manner. Older, bias-ply tires were built with multiple layers of crossed body plies that flexed as the tire rolled under load. Increased loads, decreased inflation
Oil industry trends
For more than fifty years, crude oil refiners based long-range planning on the fact that gasoline demand and lube oil consumption would increase every year. Recently, the oil industry has undergone some significant changes. Traditionally, over half of the 42-gal. crude oil barrel (approximately 60%) was used for gasoline production. Increased air travel, dieselization of
A full range of retrofit alt-fuel vehicles
A new program to retrofit walk-in van chassis with hybrid-electric systems is one of Freightliner’s latest alternative-powered vehicle offerings.
When tire stems that seem okay fail
Truck maintenance may often seem like a balancing act. This is especially true with new technology, components, environmental regulations and supplier consolidation.
Going green, I mean REALLY green
These days everyone seems anxious to jump on the “green” bandwagon
Exhaust emissions, fuel economy and global warming
A recent local newspaper editorial made the comment that global warming isn’t real.
Alcoa introduces new stronger, lighter weight 24.5-in. LvL ONE wheel
Alcoa Wheel and Transportation Products recently rolled out the 24.5-in. LvL ONE wheel. The new wheel in the 24.5-in. x 8.25-in. standard wheel category works with load range “H” tires, with a load rating of 7,850 lbs., which is 450 lbs. more than steel alternatives and weighing 30 lbs. less.
Choosing the right level of partnership
The lackluster economy has forced many trucking companies to search for new ways to cut operating costs and improve efficiencies
Biofuel and fuel economy developments
There has been tremendous focused on alternative fuels, CO2 and fuel economy lately