Paving the way
Supplier relationships, effective equipment choices key at Pavestone
Zero RPMs
Excessive engine idling consumes more than 800 million gallons of diesel fuel a year.
Smart Choices
For O&S Trucking, fuel-saving technologies, effective specification choices and efforts to improve the efficiency of its operations are enabling ongoing growth and success
ConocoPhillips introduces new transmission oil
ConocoPhillips Lubricants announced the introduction of Triton Synthetic Transoil 50, which is specifically formulated to meet the new Eaton Roadranger PS-164 Rev 7 specification.
Meeting Needs
For petroleum carrier Harris Transportation, specifying the right components is a critical element of success
Chevron introduces synthetic transmission fluid
Chevron Products Co. introduced two new, premium synthetic transmission fluids designed specifically for the heavy-duty manual transmission market.
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.”
True dedication – A concerted effort by AAA Cooper Transportation and its suppliers improves equipment and maintenance programs
When asked what things have contributed most to the success of equipment and maintenance programs in the nearly 29 years he’s been with AAA Cooper Transportation, Robert Floyd, director of maintenance, is quick to answer. “From our senior management to our newest employees,” he says, “there are many dedicated people, too many to mention, in fact.