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.
Lytx Inc. has announced the availability of DC Protect, a new program designed to meet the unique needs of fleets with fewer than 350 vehicles, low insurance deductibles and limited safety resources. Building upon the insights gained from delivering the company’s flagship DriveCam powered by Lytx Program to hundreds of fleets worldwide, the DC Protect […]
Service Trucks International recently unveiled its new 2352 Eagle Pro service body, the latest addition to their complete line of utility and service bodies. Featuring 23-inch-deep by 52-inch-tall cabinets and raised oxy/acetylene storage, the new body boasts 185 cubic feet of storage capacity. The body has a 40,000 lbs./ft. crane rating and is available with […]
A mounting solution for mobile data terminals in a wide variety of vehicles, the new RAM MDT-Mate is modular and interchangeable, and integrates into RAM’s full line of No-Drill vehicle base products and RAM Tough-Box consoles. The MDT-Mate has single or double keyboard mounting swing arms and easy grip knobs, which allow the mount to […]
Featuring a drive system capable of delivering up to 400,000 in./lbs. of pulling power, the Hub Drive Cable Trailer is now available from Dejana Truck and Utility Equipment. With a reel that can be used for pulling and placing of cable for underground and overhead applications, main features of the new unit include directly connected […]
Monroe Truck Equipment Inc. (MTE) is offering the MSSII Utility Body for single and dual rear-wheel chassis cabs. Standard features include corrosion-resistant aluminum fuel fill cup and polycarbonate fender flares, automotive-style full stainless steel paddle latches, and the MSSII “Pooched” Bumper with a powder-coat finish and a raised tread with open centers that allows for […]
A new safety feature available on the company’s line of Safety Tech Outrigger Pads has been introduced by DICA. The TuffGrip Handle System, constructed of thermoplastic, is designed to improve ergonomic safety by providing a lifting point that does not exceed 50 pounds per person, and has a handle length that encourages operators to use […]
Featuring greatly simplified installation and a lower price, the Havis IdleRight2 minimizes idle time by monitoring the battery’s voltage while the vehicle is turned off and electronics are still on. The IdleRight system is designed to work with many popular aftermarket remote starters. IdleRight2 features an LED diagnostics system as well as a return-on-investment calculator. […]
Made of durable, dual-textured material that has been premoistened with a powerful cleaning solution, GOJO Scrubbing Wipes have an extra-large size towel to provide superior cleaning capacity. The scrubbing side of the wipes removes tough soils while the smooth side absorbs dirt. Skin conditioners in the wipes help prevent dryness and irritation. GOJO Scrubbing Wipes […]
In both 2WD and 4WD models, Ride-Rite air helper spring kits for 2011 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 trucks and 2012 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 trucks are available from Firestone Industrial Products Company. Firestone’s Ride-Rite kit uses air pressure to help maximize the truck’s load-carrying capacity, vehicle stability, ride quality and brake effectiveness, […]
The Terex HyPower Hybrid System is an available option on the new SCM48, SCM50 and SCM55 overcenter material-handling models added to the Hi-Ranger aerial device equipment lineup by Terex Utilities. The models feature the Terex lower boom cylinder design for low travel height and the patented Tri-Link elbow for easy maintenance. The lower boom cylinder […]
