Fuel savings with APUs
What makes auxiliary power units (APUs) such a good investment today? Bill Gordon, division president of Bergstrom Parts LLC, says that the primary reasons are “fuel savings and less wear on the engine as a result of reduced idling. The fuel savings associated with reduced idling are significant. Omnitracs released a whitepaper recently that quantified
Inspect this: Top winter tips
Fleet Equipment caught up with Homer Hogg, manager of technical development with TA Truck Service, who recommended the following cold-weather maintenance tips. It only takes a few inexpensive maintenance procedures to get a truck ready for the deep freeze of cold climate driving. Always start with a thorough inspection of the batteries and cables. The
Fuel heater facts
Fuel heaters, such as the FTG 6400 Series diesel fuel filter/heater/water separator, utilize coolant to transfer heat to the incoming diesel fuel, and are installed on the vacuum side of the fuel system and the pressure side of the coolant system. Incoming coolant circulates through the center of a heat-absorbing head and radiates out through
Hubb introduces 8-in. oil filter
Hubb Filters has introduced a new 8-in. spin-on oil filter to its filter portfolio. This filter is designed for use on Class 2 through 6 light- and medium-duty diesel engines. Compared to gasoline-powered engines, the company said, diesel engines produce more soot and combustion byproducts which end up in the crankcase. In fact, most of the contaminants
Wix Filters launches cabin air filter line with Microban antimicrobial protection
Wix Filters is launching cabin air filters exclusively enhanced with Microban antimicrobial product protection. The filters in the new line are protected from the growth of bacteria, mold and mildew to help keep negative elements from entering a vehicle’s interior, and keep cabin air fresh for the lifetime of the product. “We are absolutely thrilled
How application impacts filter usage
Like coolant, proper filtration is critical to engine health and performance. With that in mind, we reached out to filtration experts to track the latest engine filtration trends, and how application impacts filter usage. “Fleets have a lot of choices when it comes to engine filtration, but the best choice is a filter that meets
Three growing truck coolant trends
There are a myriad of coolant options available for fleets today. You can spec Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolant; extended life coolant; nitrite-free coolant; coolant with nitrites; mix different types of coolant; and there are plenty of other options as well. Keeping all these options straight can be difficult, not to mention making sure the
Filters for all seasons: Luber-finer talks seasonal filter spec’ing
Now that spring has sprung, noses will run, eyes will itch and throats will scratch. Yes, Mother Nature’s warmer temperatures have resuscitated the flora that has lain dormant during the winter months, but the more temperate days and nights have also awakened the pollen that can be the cause of so many springtime allergy symptoms.
Wix Filters, Microban announce category-exclusive partnership
Wix Filters, a manufacturer of filtration products, announced a category-exclusive partnership with Microban, a provider of antimicrobial solutions. Beginning in the first quarter of 2016, Wix cabin air filters will feature lifetime Microban product protection, fighting odor-causing bacteria, mold and mildew. “Wix prides itself on constantly innovating and bringing the best products to its customers,” said
Winter is coming: Is your fleet prepared?
It may not be something that everyone (OK, anyone) wants to think about, but the fact remains that winter is on its way. Everyone needs to be prepared for what’s ahead, and that includes fleets. It’s the harshest season for trucks, which face issues from the brakes freezing to the products being hauled in trailers
Donaldson Blue fuel filters available for Cummins ISX engines
Donaldson Co., manufacturer of filtration systems and parts, announced the company’s ground-breaking fuel filtration technology is available for Cummins ISX engines. There are two Donaldson Blue fuel filters available: The DBF5811 for 15.0-liter ISX engines and DBF6776 for 11.9-liter ISX engines. On-engine fuel filters offer the last chance to remove damaging contaminants from diesel fuel,
Shell Rotella introduces nitrite-free extended life coolant
Shell Lubricants expanded its portfolio with the introduction of Shell Rotella Extended Life Coolant – Nitrite Free (ELC NF). The new coolant joins the Shell Rotella coolant portfolio as the companion to Shell Rotella Ultra ELC. Both products are designed to meet the requirements of a growing segment of commercial vehicles that are moving to
