Safety is first and foremost
While quality service is essential to its ongoing success, nothing takes a back seat to safety at Crete Carrier Corp.
For government fleets, customers are job one
For the City of Oxnard’s fleet services division, merely meeting customer needs isn’t an option.
Enhancing maintenance key to fleet’s operations
Electronic inspection reports are the latest tools Southeastern Freight Lines is employing to improve operations and customer service.
New IPA products designed to extend tractor/trailer harness life
The 7 Round Pin Terminal Cleaners are designed for removing corrosion and reconditioning bad connectors on 7 Round Pin type electrical terminals found on tractors and trailers. Because they are manufactured to meet SAE specifications, they also can be used as a pin wear gauge to identify old worn out pins that need to be replaced.
Peterson rolls out new white LED interior, dome lights
The new additions to the company’s safety lighting line – models 361, 366, 369S and 379S – combine reliable LED performance with handsome styling and economical pricing. Each carries a 3-year warranty.
Mohawk Lifts now come with lights
DC-powered fluorescent lights are now available for all DC Mobile Column lifts ranging from 18,000- to 30,000-lb. capacities. The addition provides users with convenient under-vehicle lighting.
Cole Hersee introduces FlexMod voltage sensing relay & timer
The FlexMod VSRT conserves the starting power of a vehicle battery by shutting off auxiliary loads when either starting voltage drops to a low level, or when a pre-set timer times out. The equipment alerts the vehicle operator when starting voltage is low and then cuts off any non-essential loads, such as air conditioning or exterior lighting, thus conserving power to start.
Trailer skirts for improved fuel economy
As you drive along the interstates you’ve no doubt seen more and more trailers equipped with side skirts to improve aerodynamics and fuel efficiency. The relatively new devices are catching on quick. Highlighting the trend is a recent announcement by Interstate Distributors—that it’s in the midst of installing 2,000-plus side skirts, the cost partially offset
Cost control technologies
At IMI of Tennessee, maintenance management software provides a distinct advantage for controlling equipment costs.
LEDs as headlights: a possibility?
Although white LEDs are still too expensive to be used for forward lighting, that situation will soon be changing.