Truck-Lite’s Sky-Lite employs sunlight to save energy
The company’s new Sky-Lite allows external sunlight to assist with additional trailer interior lighting, without the need for added power or wiring. The device fits a 4-in. diameter hole cut into the sidewall of a trailer or body and features a snap-in design and peel-and-stick adhesive gasket.
Grote adds to SuperNova NexGen LED line
Grote Industries expanded its SuperNova NexGen LED lamp offering with the introduction of its new integrated flange 4-in. stop/tail/turn and dual-system back-up lamps. The new lamps feature a one-piece integrated flange design that mounts directly to the surface of a vehicle, eliminating the need for accessory mounting brackets or grommets.
Avoiding fleet electrical system problems
It has been estimated that 25% of general shop repairs are related to
electrical systems – but these repairs can be avoided.
New Snap-on LED flashlights
The new high output flashlights feature the latest technology in high output LED lighting, as well as an anti-roll design and rubberized non-slip grip. They are backed by a limited lifetime warranty from defects in materials or workmanship.
New Truck-Lite Perimeter Lamp for safer loading/unloading
The company’s LED Perimeter Lamp uses crisp, white light LED technology to illuminate loading and unloading areas while increasing operator safety. It offers enhanced exterior visibility to either side or rear door lift gate areas of the trailer where conventional dome lamps won’t reach.
The bulldog brings holiday cheer to Washington, D.C.
Mack has supplied a Pinnacle Axle Back model sleeper to haul the tree that will light up the nation’s capitol this year as part of the 2011 Capitol Christmas Tree Project. Leaving from Stanislaus National Forest in the central Sierra Nevada Mountains, the tree is taking a multi-day tour of California before embarking on a two-week cross-country journey to Washington, D.C.
Grote uses LightForm technology in ultra-thin retrofit dome kit
Designed for retrofit use in the U.S. military’s high mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles, Grote’s new dome lamp kit uses LightForm, the first flexible LED lighting film. The lamps come prepared with an advanced, peel-and-stick adhesive backing that makes installation both simple and fast. Each kit includes front and rear lamps with independent on/off switches.
New features for International ProStar+ and TranStar models
Navistar’s ProStar+ features a new Diamond interior trim package, an in-dash GPS system, MaxxPower Battery Powered HVAC system and the Bendix Wingman Advanced collision mitigation system, among other options. The TranStar is now offered with Eagle interior, in-dash GPS and an Allison TC-10 transmission, plus long-lasting LED exterior lighting and the Bendix Wingman Advanced collision mitigation system.
Grote introduces new family of LED side turn lamps
The new family of six side turn lamps offer a variety of mounting designs and connector options, making them suitable for multiple applications. They come in three styles, each with a choice of either male pin or hard shell connectors. The size and shape of the lamps follow the most up-to-date industrial lighting design trends, including smart, aerodynamic shaping and hidden LED electronic circuitry.
Chemical attack: preventing corrosion caused by road de-icers
Good specs and regular maintenance can defend your equipment against the corrosive attack of de-icing chemicals.