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SmartTruck debuts improved trailer aerodynamics system
SmartTruck, a manufacturer of aerodynamic products, has introduced the second generation of its UT-6 Trailer UnderTray System. SmartTruck says it has begun production of the more durable and versatile redesigned version designed to deliver a fuel efficiency gain of more than 10 percent, according to test results. “The pace at which the industry is embracing […]
June 27, 2011
Business
VT Hackney breaks ground for addition; Kidron expands capacity
VT Hackney, a VT Systems company, announced the groundbreaking of a plant addition at its 27-acre manufacturing site in Independence, Kan. The company says the addition will encompass 70,000 square feet and provide the capacity to produce more than 1,500 insulated and refrigerated truck bodies annually. Construction is expected to begin immediately, with plans to […]
June 27, 2011
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Eaton supports Milwaukee-area organizations with $47,000 in grants
Eaton Corp. announced several “Powering Communities Grants” totaling $47,000 to support community organizations in the Milwaukee area. The donations will be used to enhance various programs and organizations that positively affect the lives of citizens throughout the region. The company’s “Powering Communities Grants” are intended to help improve the quality of life in communities where […]
June 27, 2011
Business
Caterpillar to open new parts distribution center
Caterpillar Logistics Services Inc. has announced plans to open a new parts distribution center in Spokane, Wash. The new facility, which will replace the existing 125,000-square-foot facility, will span more than a half million square feet and is part of the North American multiyear expansion and enhancement of the global Cat Parts distribution network. “Cat […]
June 26, 2011
Business
Monro Muffler Brake completes Vespia Tire Centers acquisition
Monro Muffler Brake Inc., a provider of automotive undercar repair and tire services, announced that it is has completed the acquisition of Vespia Tire Centers Inc. effective June 5. The 24 Vespia locations purchased, which generated net sales of about $36 million in 2010, expand Monro’s footprint in New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania. The purchase, […]
June 26, 2011
Business
Colson Caster granted new ISO 9000 certificate of quality assurance
Colson Caster Corp., a manufacturer of standard and custom application caster and wheel products, says it has been granted a new certificate of quality assurance from the International Organization for Standardization, which monitors manufacturers for adherence to the ISO 9000 family of standards for certification. The certification represents a consensus of superior quality management practices […]
June 26, 2011
Business
Jacobs Vehicle Systems names Burton VP/global operations
Jacobs Vehicle Systems, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Danaher Corp., announced the appointment of Keith Burton as vice president of global operations. Burton will play a central role in leading the efforts of operations supply management for the North America and China markets. Burton joined Danaher in April and since has completed an extensive immersion process […]
June 26, 2011
Business
Eaton employees contribute to green initiatives
Eaton Corp. announced a wide range of initiatives that Eaton employees worldwide are implementing locally to improve the environment and make a positive impact on their communities. In ongoing activities related to World Environment Day on June 5, Eaton employees have started recycling programs, inspired new ways of thinking about energy conservation, and challenged workers […]
June 26, 2011
Business
Isuzu Commercial Trucks now powered by B20 biodiesel blends
At its semi-annual board meeting this week in Washington D.C., members of the National Biodiesel Board applauded the latest original equipment manufacturer to announce its support for use of B20 biodiesel blends. Isuzu Commercial Truck of America Inc. has confirmed that all of its new 2011 and forward model-year diesel engines, including its four N-Series […]
June 23, 2011
Business
Dean Foods’ Alta Dena dairy adds 5 Ryder NG trucks
Ryder System Inc. on Thursday, June 23, announced delivery of five natural gas-fueled delivery vehicles to Dean Foods, Ryder’s first customer for natural gas commercial vehicles made available through Ryder’s agreement with the San Bernardino Associated Governments in Southern California. The $38.7 million effort is part of a joint public/private partnership between the U.S. Department […]
June 23, 2011
Business
Denso International America names new COO
Denso announced that Kazumasa Kimura is now chief operating officer of Denso International America Inc., Denso’s North American headquarters. As COO, Kimura will oversee the company’s overall sales operations in North America. In addition to his duties as COO, Kimura will also serve as one of Denso Corp.’s executive directors. Prior to being appointed to […]
June 23, 2011
Business
ConAgra Mills honors Polar Tank for food-grade pneumatic bulk trailer design
Polar Tank, the tank-trailer manufacturing business of Polar Corp., has received a supplier appreciation award from ConAgra Mills for its role in the company’s new production and distribution process designed to ensure the safety and integrity of ready-to-eat flour. The award was presented at a recent ceremony in Omaha, Neb. Polar Tank worked with ConAgra […]
June 23, 2011
Business
Gray lifts meet certification requirements
Gray Manufacturing announced that all three models of the WPLS series of lifts – WPLS-160F, WPLS-180C and WPLS-180W – have met all requirements for certification under the current National Standard, ANSI/ALI ALCTV-2006, as well as the ALI Automotive Lift Certification Program.
June 23, 2011
Business
Cleaire verification extends to Caterpillar Acert engines
Cleaire Advanced Emission Controls on Thursday, June 23, announced that the California Air Resources Board has approved an extension to the LongMile diesel particulate filter verification. Cleaire says the extension means that owners of trucks and buses powered by engines equipped with an OEM diesel oxidation catalyst – such as the family of Caterpillar Acert […]
June 23, 2011
Business
EPA proposes expanded use of renewable fuels
The Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed increases in the 2012 percentage standards for advanced biofuels and renewable diesel fuel is another important step in helping the U.S. achieve a sustainable energy future, the Diesel Technology Forum said Wednesday, June 22. EPA is proposing to mandate the blending of 15.2 billion gallons of renewable fuel into the […]
June 22, 2011
Business
Selleck to succeed Wilkerson as Michelin North America chairman, president
Michelin North America Chairman and President Richard “Dick” Wilkerson will retire from his role by the end of this year, the Michelin Group announced this week. Wilkerson will become chairman emeritus of Michelin North America upon his retirement. Pete Selleck, currently president of Michelin Truck Tires worldwide, will return to Greenville, S.C., from Michelin’s global […]
June 22, 2011
Business
Performance Friction unveils Ram front brake pads
Performance Friction has released carbon metallic brake pads for the 2009-11 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 series truck to address premature wear. Carbon metallic pads are designed to deliver more stopping power with reduced noise and vibration while meeting all environmental standards. Part No. 1399.20 is a pad for the front brakes, while part No. 1400.20 is […]
June 22, 2011
Business
ConMet adds Altwies as national accounts manager
Consolidated Metco (ConMet) has added Jason Altwies as the company’s national account manager based in Kalamazoo, Mich. Atwies comes to ConMet after spending 13 years with Dana Holding Corp.’s Commercial Vehicle Group, where he held direct account management, business development, product marketing and process improvement roles. “Jason brings with him a diverse skill set and […]
June 22, 2011
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