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.
Spec’ing smartly
Apex Logistics is making effective choices that are enhancing the fleet’s safety
Kenworth T700 and PACCAR MX Engine Tour updates
The tour, which showcases the Kenworth T700 and PACCAR MX Engine, will make seven stops at Canadian Kenworth dealers in coming weeks. Also showcased are the new Kenworth NavPlus navigation and business technology system for Class 5-8 trucks, Kenworth AG130 front air suspension, and Eaton UltraShift Plus automated transmission.
Mohawk has LEDs on DC Mobile Columns
Mohawk Lifts now offers its DC powered LED lights on all DC Mobile Columns ranging from 18,000-lb. to 30,000-lb. capacities in order to provide users with convenient under-vehicle lighting.
Truck fleet focuses on customer commitment
As Sheetz strives to exceed customer expectations for service and quality, it also relies on suppliers to help make the best purchasing and specification choices.
Larson Electronics’ Magnalight.com releases two new LEDs
Magnalight.com’s two new LED bulbs include a dimmable 30-watt PAR38 LED bulb, which can replace any standard PAR 38 incandescent bulb, and a PAR46 LED bulb, commonly used in handheld spotlights, car headlights, unity post mount spotlights, aircraft landing lights and all types of commercial trucking and heavy equipment.
Top Green Shop candidates wanted
Entries are being accepted for the Citgo/Fleet Equipment Top Green Shop contest. The contest is for fleets that have made significant strides toward building an environmentally friendly maintenance shop, whether it be through ways of reducing or recycling waste, complying with government regulations or employing other green initiatives that have lowered the fleets’ carbon footprint.