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Shell Rotella expands line of multi-grade CJ-4 engine oils
Shell Lubricants has unveiled its revamped Shell Rotella “Energized Protection” product portfolio, which the company said features a new synthetic blend engine oil, a new formula for its full synthetic engine oil and a new performance claim for Shell Rotella T Triple Protection.
Thermo King adds programmable controller to TriPac APU system
Thermo King Corp. announced the addition of a controller with more programmability to its TriPac hybrid auxiliary idle reduction and temperature management system (APU). The company said this latest feature, standard on all new TriPac systems, adds selectable functions that allow the driver or fleet to select the parameters that the system will automatically control after a tractor on/off cycle.
Four Seasons offers kits to build A/C hoses in the field
Four Seasons said it now offers a comprehensive system for building A/C hoses in the field that is flexible enough for use on most heavy-duty trucks.
New line of Abex brake pads for commercial air brake systems available from Federal-Mogul
Federal-Mogul Corp. announced that its Abex line of premium-quality commercial vehicle braking products has been expanded to include a comprehensive offering of brake pads specially formulated for today’s air brake systems.
OTC introduces two new GripLock pullers
OTC, an SPX brand, extended its tool lineup with the release of the 2-Ton (P/N 464) and 5-Ton (P/N 465) GripLock Pullers. Designed to provide technicians with versatility and control, the new tools feature both external and internal pulling action, and two- or three-jaw configurations for a variety of removal and installation applications, the company said.
Ranger Products unveils oil filter crusher
Ranger Products recently unveiled its new high-powered RP-20FC Oil Filter Crusher. In just 20 seconds, this industrial-quality, welded steel plate crusher applies 10 tons of air-operated pressure to just about any used oil filter, reducing it to 25% of its original size and removing 95% of the oil, the company said.
Blue1USA releases insulated DEF tote cabinet
Blue1USA, a manufacturer and distributor of diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) storage and dispensing systems for the commercial, retail and industrial markets in the U.S, is now marketing an insulated DEF tote cabinet.
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GearMaster displays optimum gear shifting on dashboard
The GearMaster is a relatively new technology in the heavy trucking industry that uses a dashboard-mounted LED display to show current gear, RPM and speed, as well as a graphic representation of the gears in relation to the engine’s operating range and “sweet spot,” so the driver can precisely time the shift, the company said.
CXI offers 2V-700 coolant extractor
The CXI 2V-700 coolant extractor offers more complete control of fluid removal and installation when servicing diesel engines, said its manufacturer, DBT Inc. Using shop air as its power source, the unit quick-couples to the vehicle’s cooling system. By drawing a vacuum in the coolant extractor’s 18-gal. tank, the coolant can be extracted from the cooling system. Once the repair is complete, pressurize the tank and refill the system through the bottom.
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