Purkeys announced a new light emitting diode (LED) device that it believes will help solve a common fifth wheel problem for truck drivers: The new 5th Wheel Light eliminates shadows on the king pin lock-jaw mechanism.
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Earth Day salute: Three tips to cut fuel use, costs for fleets
With tomorrow being Earth Day, fleet management systems provider Omnitracs is sharing some tips on how fleets can take proactive steps to reduce their environmental impact — and boost their own bottom lines at the same time, driving efficiency and reducing costs.
Earth Day salute: Three tips to cut fuel use, costs for fleets
With tomorrow being Earth Day, fleet management systems provider Omnitracs is sharing some tips on how fleets can take proactive steps to reduce their environmental impact — and boost their own bottom lines at the same time, driving efficiency and reducing costs.
SAF-Holland unveils new slider system for fifth wheels
The company says it’s aimed at heavy-haul and severe-duty applications.
SAF-Holland unveiled a new severe-duty slider system for fifth wheels being spec’d for heavy- and severe-duty hauling operations.
The company said the system has 80,000-lb. vertical load and 200,000-lb. drawbar pull capacity.
SAF noted that the slider’s modular allows fifth wheel heights to be easily changed to meet almost any configuration. It can also accommodate a range of weight distribution and clearance needs.
SAF-Holland unveils new slider system for fifth wheels
The company says it’s aimed at heavy-haul and severe-duty applications.
SAF-Holland unveiled a new severe-duty slider system for fifth wheels being spec’d for heavy- and severe-duty hauling operations.
The company said the system has 80,000-lb. vertical load and 200,000-lb. drawbar pull capacity.
SAF noted that the slider’s modular allows fifth wheel heights to be easily changed to meet almost any configuration. It can also accommodate a range of weight distribution and clearance needs.
Maintenance and inspection tips for platform trailers
East Manufacturing offers some insights.
Good preventive maintenance practices will help keep any trailer, much less flatbed units, up and running for longer productive ti…
Maintenance and inspection tips for platform trailers
East Manufacturing offers some insights.
Good preventive maintenance practices will help keep any trailer, much less flatbed units, up and running for longer productive ti…
Walmart targets gigaton of reduced emissions, big sustainability boost
Company’s initiatives focus on reduced environmental impacts while benefiting business as well.
Walmart launched a sustainability platform today, inviting suppliers to join in committing to reduce greenhouse gas emissions resulting from their operations and supply chains. Dubbed “Project Gigaton,” the company says the initiative seeks to eliminate one gigaton—one billion tons—of emissions, focusing on things like manufacturing, materials and use of products by 2030.
Walmart targets gigaton of reduced emissions, big sustainability boost
Company’s initiatives focus on reduced environmental impacts while benefiting business as well.
Walmart launched a sustainability platform today, inviting suppliers to join in committing to reduce greenhouse gas emissions resulting from their operations and supply chains. Dubbed “Project Gigaton,” the company says the initiative seeks to eliminate one gigaton—one billion tons—of emissions, focusing on things like manufacturing, materials and use of products by 2030.
Gearing up for a great Mother’s Day trucking tradition
There are many great traditions in the trucking industry, but no doubt one of the best is the Make-A-Wish Mother’s Day Convoy held in Lancaster, PA.
Last year, the convoy hit a record-setting mark of 590 trucks, and while such numbers are impres…