Mitchell 1 unveils all truck makes shop management system
Mitchell 1 introduced its newest solution for the commercial trucking industry: Manager SE Truck Edition, a shop management software for repair shops that service all makes of Class 4-8 trucks. According to Mitchell 1, Manager SE Truck Edition is a complete system to help medium- and heavy-duty truck repair businesses streamline repair processes, improve communication
1 & 9 Chrome Shop joins Power Heavy Duty
Power Heavy Duty has announced the addition of 1 & 9 Chrome Shop as its newest member company. 1 & 9 Chrome Shop is located in Port Newark, New Jersey, and operates two additional locations in Elizabeth and Newark, N.J. “The Power Heavy Duty team is pleased to welcome 1 & 9 Chrome Shop to our
Kottke Trucking expands operations based on analytics, sound equipment choices
After nearly 80 years in business, you might think that Kottke Trucking Inc. is content with the status quo. That, however, is hardly the case for the third-generation interstate refrigerated, dry van and dedicated freight hauler, which recently acquired the over-the-road operations of Walbon & Company Inc. “That acquisition included 60 tractors and 85 trailers,
Rotary introduces full line of wheel service equipment
Rotary has expanded its portfolio beyond vehicle lifts to include a full line of wheel service equipment, including tire changers, wheel balancers and alignment equipment. The Rotary Wheel Service Equipment lineup offers the latest technology designed to help technicians safely improve productivity when changing tires, balancing wheels of all sizes and performing alignments, the company
Snap-on introduces new rechargeable shop light
Snap-on has announced its newest product, its Rechargeable Shop Light (ECFBAR300), which is built to help shop workers see more quickly while using less battery power. The light uses a chip-on-board LED, meaning it delivers more light while maximizing battery power, the company explained. The shop light comes with a 3.7V Lithium Ion Battery and an AC charger, and requires
Labor estimating: Managing costs is reliant on shop efficiency, data accuracy
It’s probably not a surprise to learn that labor costs account for a sizable portion of a fleet’s total cost of ownership (TCO). What you may not know is that you are not alone if you don’t believe you have a complete and comprehensive understanding of those costs. That conclusion was made clear recently when
Protecting equipment through predictive modeling
“In the transportation industry, drivers are our biggest asset and equipment runs a close second,” says Dean Croke, Omnitracs senior manager of product marketing. “From fleet owners to drivers, damage to our equipment can put us out of commission for days, even weeks at a time, costing us time and money. With this in mind,
Effective maintenance, sound equipment choices help Oak Harbor Freight Lines operate efficiently
Freight volumes are higher than expected, notes Dan Vander Pol, director of maintenance at Oak Harbor Freight Lines. “While that is certainly good news, it does put a lot of pressure on our maintenance department to keep equipment running efficiently and on the road,” he says. “We don’t have extra equipment; so, if we have
Valspar Oil Stain Remover keeps shop floors clean
Oil stains are bound to happen in any shop and cleaning these stains can be a challenge. New Valspar Oil Stain Remover is a solution for keep concrete floors clean and help make a lasting impression on customers. “Our new fast-acting, easy-to-use Valspar Oil Stain Remover absorbs and lifts oil stains without scrubbing,” said Katie
Bee Line catalog showcases wheel alignment equipment
Wheel alignment systems, elevated solutions for alignment shops and axle and frame correction equipment for heavy-duty trucks and trailers are the focus of Bee Line’s new catalog.