SKF introduces online Heavy Duty VIN Decoder
SKF introduced its online Heavy Duty VIN Decoder, a Web-based parts finder that helps fleets locate replacement belt tensioner parts.
Equipment Technology – Stretching Tire $$$
After fuel, tires are a fleet’s largest expenditure. Yet so many fleets tend to under-budget and under-manage this cost center. In fact, many fleets still treat tire management as an entry-level position and appoint the newest and least-experienced technicians to handle these expensive assets.
Spec’ing for Safety Rear-Vision Technologies
Backing accidents are quite common, according to David Money, technical director, transportation services, at Liberty Mutual Group’s Research Institute for Safety. “They account for 15 percent of all commercial motor vehicle accidents,” he says, “and while less expensive than other types of accidents because they generally happen at slow speeds, their frequency and the potential for serious consequences make it imperative to provide drivers with the best-possible visibility when backing.”
Paying off
Under the direction of George Survant, a highly effective fleet services operation is helping ensure success at Florida Power & Light Co.
Rotary Lift aims to increase productivity
Rotary Lift introduced a new line of heavy-duty four-post lifts to meet the needs of budget-conscious customers who want to improve shop productivity, the company said.
SoundOff Signal introduces new clearance/marker light
SoundOff Signal introduced its new 120 Series LED Slim Line Clearance/Marker Light.
Waytek’s booster cables offer many options
Waytek’s booster cables are twin tangle-free cables made in the United States with a flexible dual bonded construction.
Mitsubishi Fuso offers new engine protection system
A new engine protection system is available as a port-installed option on new 2006 Mitsubishi Fuso FE and FG model medium-duty commercial trucks.
Hendrickson introduces Aero Bright
To brighten the styling of its latest fire chassis designs, Seagrave Fire Apparatus specified Hendrickson Aero Bright (HAB) as the material of choice for bright non-metal components.
Schneider maintenance facilities install TURBO-3000D VADA
TURBO-3000D VADA said its fuel-emission reduction retrofit device is being installed in all Schneider National maintenance facilities nationwide.