PACCAR Parts opens new two distribution centers
PACCAR Parts has announced the opening of two new parts distribution centers (PDCs) in Brisbane, Australia, and Panama City, Panama. According to the company, these facilities will increase parts availability, maximize uptime, and provide superior service to PACCAR customers in the respective markets. The new PDC in Brisbane expands the Australia distribution network to two
Bendix outlines recommended procedures for flood-damaged air brake systems
In countless ways, this hurricane season’s extensive and severe flooding has been devastating for people and property. With truck drivers and the trucking industry so vital to the recovery and rebuilding efforts in these areas, it’s important to keep tractors and trailers in safe operating condition and help avoid future issues if they’ve been exposed
Rotary Lift introduces new installation method for heavy-duty in-ground lifts
Rotary Lift has developed a new installation method for heavy-duty in-ground lifts. The company says this new process reduces installation time, can improve environmental protection and makes it possible to install the lifts in areas that were previously unavailable due to soil or groundwater issues. It can be used for new construction and lift replacements. Rotary
Larson Electronics releases 25 watt high-intensity LED spotlight with trailer plug
Larson Electronics has introduced a new 25 watt high-intensity LED spotlight. The HUL-LED25WRE-CPR-TRP-9 handheld LED spotlight from Larson Electronics is constructed with a single CREE 25 Watt light emitting diode that produces 2,000 lumens of intense light. It is combined with a high output parabolic reflector to produce a narrow spot beam reaching a distance over
How to maintain tractor-trailer electrical connection
When it comes to tractor-trailer electrical connections, spec’ing and maintaining equipment is vital. This is especially true these days with fleets seeking to avoid CSA inspections that often lead to time off the road and costly citations. Spec the best “At Peterson, we have been actively selling and promoting our Defender sealed, modular harness and
Check your brakes: Putting a stop to brake-related CSA issues
Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s CSA violations should be an unnecessary problem, especially since they can lead to costly delays, and unexpected downtime may cause fleets to lose customers not only because of delays. After citations related to lighting problems, brakes are the second most commonly penalized item—18.7% of violations handed out by the CVSA in
Anderson Power Products offers SB environmental boots
Anderson Power Products (APP) now offers Environmental Boots to protect their dual-pole SB 50, SB 120 and SB 175 connectors from water, dirt, chemicals and UV. The IP64 rated, durable soft sided Environmental Boots’ shield the SB connectors from water and dirt in both the mated and unmated condition. SB connectors, with their mechanical keyed
CARB order opens door for XL Hybrids light-duty conversions
With corporate and municipal operations realizing a positive payback, hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) are a hot topic among a growing number of light-duty fleets these days. The quick fleet adoption rate is focused in part on HEV aftermarket technologies. Over the past year, for example, XL Hybrids has been realizing a steady expansion of its
Rotary Lift distributors and installers lead ALI-certified lift inspector charge
More than 50 members of Rotary Lift’s extensive service network have completed the Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) Lift Inspector Certification Program over the past nine months. “Rotary Lift’s distributor and installer network includes more than 400 companies spread across the U.S. and Canada,” says Ron Lainhart, parts and service manager for Rotary Lift and an
Innovative Products of America highlights Heavy Ranger MUTT
The Heavy Ranger MUTT (Mobile Universal Trailer Tester) from Innovative Products of America is a portable and lightweight solution for testing lights and electric brakes. Compatible with seven-way round pin connection types, the Heavy Ranger MUTT is designed to simulate all electrical circuits while providing short protection on industry standard pin configurations. The water resistant,
