Kate Wade is the managing editor of Utility Fleet Professional and Incident Prevention magazines. She has been employed by Utility Business Media Inc. since 2008.
Silbertool, a leader in precision engineering and thread repair solutions, manufactures reliable, efficient, cost-effective tools to repair damaged threads. These tools – designed for fleet maintenance professionals and trusted by fleet operators and mechanics – can be used for instant thread repair, helping to keep commercial vehicles on the road. Silbertool’s thread repair tools utilize […]
e-Hazard now offers a training course designed for non-electrical personnel who maintain and repair electric batteries used as primary power for mobile equipment and vehicles. Mechanics and maintenance personnel must be trained to identify any electrical hazards they may encounter and determine the electrical work practices necessary to safely perform the work. Electricity is an […]
DICA, a leading provider of high-performance outrigger pads and ground stabilization solutions, has expanded its award-winning LevelRight Outrigger Pad product line. First introduced in 2024, LevelRight has quickly become a trusted solution for safely setting up specialty equipment – including bucket trucks, cranes and aerial lifts – on unlevel terrain. The LevelRight Outrigger Pad is […]
Terex Utilities launched new maintenance training workshops this year to take the place of the annual Service School, typically held in June. The workshops are for mechanics working on Terex digger derricks and bucket trucks. The first two workshops have already occurred – one on the Hi-Ranger Optima bucket truck took place in January, and […]
VMAC, a leader in compressed air innovation, has announced the launch of the VMAC e30 with Stealth Power, the world’s most compact, lightweight and intelligent battery-electric-powered 30-CFM rotary screw air compressor. Designed specifically for next-generation electric and hybrid service trucks and vans, the VMAC e30 with Stealth Power offers an unmatched combination of power, performance […]
Reading Truck, a leading truck body equipment manufacturer and distributor, has expanded its crane body lineup with the introduction of two new models: the RM-25 Crane Body and the RM-35 Crane Body. The addition of these two models rounds out the company’s portfolio for the RM Series product line by providing customers with a complete range […]
NTEA – The Work Truck Association’s annual Work Truck Week is set to take place March 4-7 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, offering industry professionals various educational and networking opportunities – including the inaugural Commercial Vehicle Data Exchange & Reception. On March 4, attendees will gather for the Green Truck Summit, which debuted […]
Terex Utilities regularly distributes Tech Tips, which provide detailed information focused on accomplishing a single repair or replacement. This includes step-by-step instructions, graphics and videos. In 2024, seven new Tech Tips were added to the list of more than 200 topics. All but one of the seven new tips cover specific Terex models. Three of […]
Ranger Design, a leader in innovative vehicle solutions, has unveiled the only all-aluminum, forklift-loadable rack available on the market today: the Trazer Truck Rack. Built for professionals who demand superior performance and reliability, the Trazer Truck Rack is a game-changing solution that combines lightweight strength, versatile functionality and premium durability in a customizable design. The Trazer […]
Pettibone has introduced the Extendo 1536X telehandler to its X-Series product lineup. In addition to providing heavy-duty material-handling performance on construction job sites, the 1536X is designed to operate with a baler attachment for industries that routinely move pipe or poles. The Extendo 1536X features a two-section boom comprised of formed boom plates that offer […]
