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.”
Lubrication on the go
Does the idea of improving vehicle availability intrigue you? Just a bit? Then how about improving vehicle availability while cutting your PM expenses? Getting a bit more interested? If you’d like to try it, you might consider spec’ing centralized lubrication systems when you next purchase vehicles.
Karcher introduces pressure washer series
Karcher, a manufacturer of pressure washers, introduced a new line of self-contained, skid-mounted, electric-powered and diesel-heated hot-water pressure washers as part of its Liberty Series.
Creature comfort, no idling
With the high cost of diesel fuel and the growing number of states and municipalities that are enacting anti-idling laws, auxiliary power units (APUs) are more popular than ever.
Cooling Systems: Problems & Solutions
Some while back, Bob Deierlein, our long-time research editor, wrote an article on cooling systems. In that article, he referenced some maintenance records of a large over-the-road fleet, which indicated that a substantial percentage of the fleet’s engine problems could be traced back to the condition of the truck’s cooling system. We published that article more than 20 years ago.
EMP offers diesel grade cooling system
Engineered Machined Products has released diesel grade cooling system components, including electrically operated fans, blowers, pumps, valves and controls.
Phillips Industries adds sealed connectors for multiple wires
Phillips Industries introduced STA-DRY In-line, Closed End and Step-Down Connectors for joining multiple wires to preserve a sealed electrical system.
Sloan products designed to reduce maintenance
Sloan Transportation Products developed a sealed plug that, when combined with the receptacle, provides a secure and contaminant-free connection between tractor and trailer, the company said.
Spring Time Spec suspension for trouble-free performance
Sure, today’s heavy-duty suspension systems are fairly trouble free. But, any suspension system, whether on a truck, tractor, dolly or trailer, is going to give you trouble if you try using it outside its design parameters or simply ignore routine maintenance.
Kenworth Introduces New T660 Model
Kenworth Truck Co. recently introduced its new Kenworth T660 aerodynamic model, which will be available for customer delivery with the new 2007 engines.
