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Thunder Creek rolls out in-field service trailer
Thunder Creek Equipment, a manufacturer of fuel and service trailers, has introduced a new trailer designed specifically for in-field equipment service. The trailer holds 440 gallons of fluid in combinations of 25, 55 and 110 gallon capacities and can be configured with up to eight tanks, which can be used for various oils and lubricants, […]
August 15, 2013
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Hankook to debut Truck/Bus radial tire at GATS
Hankook Tire today announced the availability of its new SMART WORK AM15 On and Off Road Wide Base/All-Position TBR tire for construction fleet customers. The SMART WORK AM15 is available in two sizes; 385/65R22.5 and 425/65R22.5. Hankook says the SMART WORK AM15 incorporates many unique design features to offer fleet customers impressive strength, traction and […]
August 14, 2013
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Meritor axles named standard on fleet’s specialty, industrial trucks
Meritor, Inc. announced Tuesday that it has been named standard axle supplier for Capacity Trucks’ specialty and industrial truck fleets. “Drivetrain components are crucial to effectively and efficiently moving trailers from point A to point B, and we believe our long-term partnership with Meritor will provide what our customers demand,” said Jerry Looney, vice president, […]
August 14, 2013
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Goodyear unveils new wide-base retread
Goodyear has rolled out two new retread products that will help fleets extend the service life of popular Goodyear wide-base tires. “The recently introduced G392 SSD UniCircle and G394 SST UniCircle products offer many of the same performance benefits as their wide-base, new tire counterparts: the G392 SSD DuraSeal + Fuel Max and the G394 […]
August 10, 2013
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New ratchet straps from US Cargo Control
US Cargo Control has recently added new products to its selection of 2 inch ratchet straps. The company says recently added items include several new colors, lengths, end fittings, and ratchet styles, such as stainless steel ratchet straps, camo straps, and car tie downs in a new Auto & Axel Tie Down Straps category. The Van Trailer Tie […]
August 1, 2013
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Navistar boosts owner loyalty program
Navistar International Corp. Wednesday announced enhanced benefits of the company’s owner loyalty program, International Advantage. Benefits now include advanced fleet management tools, 24/7 dedicated concierge service and exclusive offers on vehicles, parts, service and more.  “…We recognize the importance of providing value above and beyond the vehicle itself,” said Mike Cerilli, vice president truck marketing, Navistar, […]
July 31, 2013
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New one-ton snow plow from Henderson
Henderson says it has developed a street-ready, one-ton, medium-duty snow plow. The MTP Flex features dual outboard reversing cylinders, up to 9 inches of trip-edge clearance, a flexible orange polymer moldboard, dual flexing arms, adjustable torsion springs, level-lift, reinforced pivot points, electric or hydraulic cab control, quick connect/disconnect and ease of maintenance. With its flexible […]
July 31, 2013
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New tool for cargo control
Buyers Products introduces new rotating D-rings with mounting brackets.   The D-rings have a 1-in. diameter and are forged from strong carbon steel with a 15,586-lb. working load limit. Buyers Products says applications load limits may vary per installation and the rotating D-rings are not designed for overhead use. “These versatile rings are ideal for […]
July 30, 2013
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Why most contractors don’t use telematics
The Association of Equipment Management Professionals and the Association of Equipment Manufacturers each formed a task force this year to find a solution that would get more construction companies to use telematics to monitor and manage their fleets. According to our sister site, Equipment World, AEMP is finalizing in-depth surveys of its members as part of […]
July 29, 2013
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CleanFUEL Freightliner propane chassis EPA, CARB certified
CleanFUEL USA, the nation’s first developer of liquid propane fuel injection systems, says it has received Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and California Air Resources Board (CARB) certification for the S2G chassis from Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC). The engine and fuel system may now be purchased and used in all 50 states and Canada for up to […]
July 23, 2013
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