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Fumoto showcases engine oil drain valve
Fumoto Engineering’s N-Series Engine Oil Drain Valve is designed to replace standard oil drain plugs to help simplify oil changing. The forged brass ball valve allows the operator to drain oil by turning the lever, and then turning it back to the locking position to prevent accidental opening. A small amount of oil also can […]
October 13, 2011
Business
SKF earns NAPA quality award
SKF says it was presented with the NAPA Excellence in Quality award at the recent 2011 NAPA Supplier Summit in Atlanta. The award recognizes SKF for exuding quality in all areas of its business. “It gives us great pride to receive the Excellence in Quality award from NAPA,” says Mike McGrath, president, SKF VSM-North America. […]
October 13, 2011
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The new Volvo VNL’s features and trim levels are available to examine interactively. Volvo Trucks has developed a new state-of-the-art online configurator exclusively for VNL models. The configurator provides detailed information on the features and benefits of each trim level and cab option, as well as a 360-degree view of the truck inside and out.
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Pulse of Commerce Index continues to fall
The Ceridian-UCLA Pulse of Commerce Index issued Wednesday, Oct. 12 fell 1.0 percent in September on a seasonally and workday adjusted basis, following a 1.4 percent decline in August and a 0.2 percent decline in July. “With hopes that September data would be positive, last month we wrote ‘Based on the July and August data, […]
October 12, 2011
Business
FTR Shippers Condition Index unchanged
FTR Associates on Wednesday, Oct. 12, reported that its Shippers Condition Index was unchanged in August, remaining at -3.8. The SCI sums up all market influences that affect shippers; a reading above zero suggests a favorable shipping environment, while a reading below zero is unfavorable. After a brief summer respite, FTR is forecasting a tighter, […]
October 12, 2011
Business
TransCore’s Canadian Freight Index shows strong load volumes
TransCore’s Canadian Freight Index released Wednesday, Oct. 12, saw load volumes remain strong in September with a 12 percent increase year-over-year and down slightly from August levels. September recorded the sixth-highest load volume this year, the highest September volume for the last five years, and remains at pre-recessionary levels. Third-quarter volume was the highest since […]
October 12, 2011
Business
Transportation CFOs rank safety, fuel prices, driver retention as top concerns
GE Capital, Americas says it recently concluded its survey of chief financial officers of 532 mid-market companies in seven distinct industries across the United States. Transportation was one of these industries, and CFOs were asked about their current views and outlook on the U.S. economy, commercial credit and lending conditions, business and energy costs and […]
October 12, 2011
Business
Truck dealers record second-best selling month of 2011 in August
Used-truck retailers recorded their second best-selling month of the year in August, according to a new report by the ATD/NADA Commercial Truck Guide, the group announced Wednesday, Oct. 12. The average selling price of sleeper tractors also improved more than expected to levels on par with the best month of pre-recession 2008. As of August, […]
October 12, 2011
Business
Werner recognized by Home Depot
Werner Enterprises announced that it has been recognized by Home Depot as the Inbound Carrier of the Year for 2011. Werner Enterprises says it was given the award because of its ability to meet and exceed Home Depot’s additional capacity requests, overall performance expectations through the year, and the high level of support the Omaha, […]
October 12, 2011
Business
Dot Transportation names Volvo dealer its Vendor of the Year
Dot Transportation Inc., which carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States, has awarded its area Volvo dealership, Central Illinois Trucks, its 2010 Vendor of the Year award. “We like that they provide us a quality truck that meets our operational needs and focuses on […]
October 12, 2011
Business
Kerry Logistics wins Hugo Boss contract for China distribution
Kerry Logistics, a global logistics services provider, announced that it has secured a contract with Hugo Boss to manage Greater China distribution of a range of premium fashion and luxury goods. The new contract will provide for logistics services through two distribution centers: one in Hong Kong for Taiwan, Macau and Hong Kong markets; and […]
October 12, 2011
Business
UPS preps for Global Volunteer Month
UPS says its employees around the world once again are taking up rakes and paint brushes along with their logistics know-how to support local community organizations this October. The company says that during its 9th annual Global Volunteer Month, 400,000 employees will continue the company’s legacy of giving and service. UPS employees give an average […]
October 12, 2011
Business
Eaton program lowers hybrid service replacement costs
Eaton Corp. announced a program that lowers the service replacement cost for its hybrid power systems electronics carriers. In addition, Eaton announced it will offer two auxiliary power generator options for its hybrid electric power systems that allow customers to use vital equipment without requiring the engine to idle for power generation. “We are now […]
October 12, 2011
Business
Labelmaster 2012 Emergency Response Guidebook available at 2008 pricing
Labelmaster, a manufacturer and distributor of regulatory compliance products, is offering its 2012 Emergency Response Guidebook, also known as the ERG, at 2008 pricing. The ERG, available at www.labelmaster.com/ERG, can be purchased in various formats including print and e-book combos that can save customers up to 54 percent. The information in the Emergency Response Guidebook […]
October 12, 2011
Business
Meritor Wabco releases Toolbox 10.0
Meritor Wabco Vehicle Control Systems released its Toolbox Software 10.0, a PC-based diagnostic program. Introduced in 1999, Toolbox continues to be enhanced, allowing technicians to view system faults and repair instructions, verify system integrity, adjust component operation and installation wiring. New features in Toolbox 10.0 include OnGuard diagnostics, generic inputs and outputs for RSSplus, and […]
October 12, 2011
Business
TeleType GPS adds tire pressure monitoring
TeleType now offers an integrated touchscreen tire pressure monitoring system for its high-resolution commercial WorldNav Truck GPS models. The system offers flow-through valves that allow air to be pumped into the tire without the need to remove the sensor. The receiver plugs directly into the WorldNav GPS and provides real-time feedback on the temperature and […]
October 12, 2011
Business
Blackhawk by Proto designs Obstacle Insert Sets
Blackhawk by Proto’s Obstacle Insert Sets are built around a reverse-ratcheting S-shaped wrench – a design for helping technicians work around obstructions in tight spaces – and include adaptors that let the technician turn several fastener sizes with one wrench body. Each set includes one 8-inch-long wrench body, six flank adaptors and an equal number […]
October 12, 2011
Business
Lista offers workstation system
Lista International’s Arlink 8000 Modular Workstation System is designed ergonomically for added flexibility to accommodate changing or future needs. Suited for a variety of applications such as assembly, computing environments, service, repair, research and technical work, the workstations are available in five widths and in three heights up to 84 inches and can be configured […]
October 12, 2011
Business
Penray names Kalfus health and safety manager
Penray announced that Suzanne Kalfus is the company’s new health and safety manager, responsible for handling plant safety, programs, audits and training in addition to machine safety and heading the organization’s safety committee. Kalfus previously worked with Claire Manufacturing as safety, environmental and maintenance administrator. “Suzanne’s experience within the industry makes her a great addition […]
October 12, 2011
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