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.
Mohawk’s two-post TP-16 is a clear-floor aboveground lift capable of raising medium-duty vehicles up to 16,000 pounds. The model features Mohawk’s all-position mechanical and hydraulic safeties, automatic swing-arm restraints and height-adjustable overhead hydraulic lines to accommodate all tall utility trucks. Optional underground lines are available. The TP-16 is also available with optional lower-height three-stage swing […]
The Tool Circuit Generator from Harrison Hydra-Gen is built to allow for flexibility. Because it doesn’t have to be permanently mounted, it can be there when you need it and out of the way when you don’t. With quick-disconnect hoses, and the ability to hang from a bucket or to quickly connect to a hydraulic […]
To create a safe, comfortable ride for the 2015 Ford Transit 150, 250, 350 and 350 XLT models, Air Lift Co. has custom engineered two easy-to-install air suspension options that can handle the challenge of heavy loads and towing needs. Air Lift’s LoadLifter 5000 air spring kit works with the existing suspension to deliver up […]
Lowen Color Graphics has released Agile Fleet Branding, the nation’s first single-source, turnkey solution designed specifically for fleet branding projects. For 65 years Lowen Color Graphics has provided graphics to fleets of all sizes. Their expertise includes every step of the fleet branding process, from design to large-scale production, certified expert installation and project management. […]
Fleetmatics Group PLC has introduced Fleetmatics Routist, an intelligent routing optimization solution that systematically builds the most cost-effective, customer-friendly routes for fleets. Fleetmatics Routist seamlessly calculates and deploys route plans to drivers in the field. It also features real-time and historical data that gives users the most holistic view into routing performance. Fleetmatics Routist operates […]
Convoy Technologies has launched a microsite – http://trailercam.com – dedicated to its TrailerCam portable, wireless backup camera and video monitoring system, which aims to reduce accidents in situations in which a truck, tractor-trailer or heavy-duty vehicle must back up into a loading dock or down a narrow street. The microsite’s user-centric design provides quick and […]
High-performance, high-value Retractable Utility Bed Cover (RUBC) tonneaus from Pace Edwards provide a wide array of useful options for work trucks. Available in both manual and electric-powered models, Pace Edwards can equip service bodies with lightweight hard tonneau covers delivering secure, convenient storage for tools and a variety of equipment. For maximum bed accessibility and […]
Kenworth will now offer heavier front axles for its T370 Class 7 model. The 18,000- and 20,000-pound axles are available with the PACCAR PX-9 engine rated up to 350 horsepower and 1,150 pound-feet of torque. The package includes a heavy-duty, cross-brace reinforced front frame assembly. Bolted cross-members and either 10-3/4-inch frame rails or 10-5/8-inch frame […]
Terex Corp. has acquired substantially all of the assets of DUECO Inc. The acquisition brings DUECO’s sales and service operations, which have responsibility for Terex utilities products in 17 states, into the Utilities and Services business units of Terex Corp. Terex introduced the hydraulic digger derrick to the electric utility market in 1945, while DUECO […]
Odyne Systems, a leading manufacturer of hybrid systems for medium- and heavy-duty work trucks, has been approved as an eligible vehicle for the recently expanded Drive Clean Chicago program, promoting clean air and better business solutions for Chicago’s fleets. Under the program, nearly $11.3 million has been funded for vouchers for alternative fuel vehicles over […]
