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The reality of retreading The latest in parts

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Safety is never compromised

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Tying down your load

Moving a million pounds is all in a day’s work Got what it takes?

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BY SEAN KILCARR

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Horror vs. reality

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I’m a big fan of Stephen King and rely heavily on his plethora of work to get through the various road trips I take in any given year. Yet sometimes, oddly enough, those disparate worlds of horror fiction and trucking collide, such as a moment five years ago when, stuck on the tarmac waiting out yet another airline delay, I dug out King’s From a Buick 8 and started to read.

The father of one of the main characters, a state trooper, gets killed by a drunk driver after pulling over a truck whose tire Despite Stephen had disintegrated on the road. King wrote that the trucker is riding on “reKing’s opinion, caps” to save money. He insinuates they are cheap substitutes for real tires, as retreads are quite safe. they came apart unexpectedly.

A snippet of plot from a work of fiction that gets the reality of retread tires wrong, so who cares? Well, I do. Millions of readers who don’t know a thing about trucking absorb that information and file it away in the back of their minds: “Retreads are bad.”

“Mr. King sure didn’t do us any favors,” Harvey Brodsky, director of the Tire Retread Information Bureau, told me when I alerted him to this plot device.

“It’s this kind of misinformation that clouds the whole issue of retreads in the minds of the public—and even among truckers.”

The reality is this: Retreading tires can save big money without compromising safety one iota. Recaps are critical to the bottom line of any truck operator these days because they cost 30 to 50% less than a new tire. What’s more, tire casings are designed to be retreaded multiple times in order to give fleets the best bang for their buck several times over. And in this economic climate, you can’t afford to leave money on the table, or in a tire scrap yard, any more. AT

Sean Kilcarr Editor sean.kilcarr@penton.com Tim Brady Business Editor tbrady@writeuptheroad.com Brian Straight Managing Editor brian.straight@penton.com Dan Zeis Senior Art Director dan.zeis@penton.com Joshua Bourland Assistant Art Director josh@trucker.com

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What’s old can be new again A

llen Schaeffer, executive director of the nonprofit Diesel Technology Forum, is a big fan of clean-diesel retrofits for certain older trucks because of the low-cost benefits retrofits can deliver.

“The difference between old trucks and the newer clean diesel vehicles is like the difference between analog television and digital,” he says.

“Today, even if your old television still works, there are a whole lot of other reasons to upgrade to the newer technology. The same is true with clean-diesel vehicles,” Schaeffer notes. “Your old truck may still run, but it may be time to move to a newer truck just the same, for a variety of financial, performance and environmental reasons. We have always tried to define retrofitting as modernizing and upgrading.’’

Available stimulus funds may cover up to 75% of the cost of a new engine, he adds, noting that the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act provides the EPA with $300 million for retrofits. While the money received is about six times the 2008 funding level, it does not even come close to covering requests for funds.

According to Schaeffer, the EPA received more than 650 grant applications totaling about $4 billion worth of projects, significantly more than the $300 million in funds available.

Even with the available stimulus funds, retrofitting does not make sense for all vehicles. But if the fit is right, Schaeffer says, retrofitting can be the most cost-efficient path to a newer, cleaner, more fuel-efficient truck.

“There is definitely a sweet spot, a zone where retrofit makes sense,” Schaeffer says. “It just doesn’t pay

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For some truck owners, retrofitting an existing diesel engine is the best route. to try to retrofit some of the oldest trucks with naturally aspirated engines, for example, but if you have a used truck with some life left in it, repowering it can give you better fuel economy, lower maintenance costs, improved performance and reduced emissions as well.”

To help fleets and drivers decide if retrofitting equipment makes sense for their operation, Schaeffer offers a short checklist to get the decision process started: W Why are you considering retrofitting your vehicle(s)? Is it a requirement because of where you operate?

W Are you hoping to reduce fuel costs or delay buying new equipment a little longer to conserve capital?

W Do you want a “greener” fleet?

Your reasons for retrofitting will drive your technology choices.

W Are you expecting to get financial support for the retrofit from one of the federal- or state-level grant or tax credit programs? Will you qualify for the funding?

W What equipment do you have?

Will you be able to operate it long

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enough to realize a return on your investment in repowering, or will other components fail before you reach the payback point?

W What is the duty cycle for your equipment? Is it home every night or on the road for days at a time?

W How do you handle maintenance of the vehicle?

The decision to replace or retrofit an older truck remains a voluntary, incentive-based one, except for certain operations in California. There are other forces at work which may change that in the future, according to Schaeffer. For now, however, he sees retrofitting as a great financial solution for the right operations.

“The retrofit practice will sunset itself sometime in the future,” Schaeffer notes, “as newer technology vehicles gradually replace the current fleet.

Today, every dollar invested in upgrading an older vehicle returns $13 in public health and other benefits.

That is one of the most cost-effective strategies I can think of to help reduce emissions and conserve fuel.”

—WENDY LEAVITT

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he new LvL One 24.5 in. aluminum wheel from Alcoa Wheel and Transportation Products offers a load rating that is 450 lbs. higher than alternative steel options, the company said. Weighing 30 lbs. less than a typical steel wheel in the 24.5 x 8.25 in. category, the wheel comes with a 7,850-lb. rating, highest in its class, Alcoa said.

Designed for vocational, construction and over-the-road trucks and trailers, the wheel offers additional fuel savings

because of a 540-lb. savings over steel wheels on an 18-wheel truck. It’s designated for use with load range H tires.

“Our exclusive dual-side clean buff finish makes [it] much brighter than any competitive aluminum wheel in its class. It also eliminates single-side, double-wheel ordering, reducing inventory as [it] can be mounted on any standard tractor or trailer axle position,” said Tim Myers, president. www.alcoawheels.com/lvlone

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tractor scales now include a date and time printing option. The new option allows for a printed weight receipt right in the cab showing the date and time of the weighing along with axle weights, gross vehicle weight and net payload weight. Signature lines for the driver and shipper/ receiver are also available to help eliminate weight disputes. www.air-weigh.com

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Flexible side skirt now Smartway-approved

Wabash’s new AeroSkirt has shown a 5.6% fuel savings in testing. abash National Corp. has released the DuraPlate AeroSkirt for semi-trailers. The product has also been approved by the EPA’s SmartWay program, the company said.

According to Wabash, testing of the AeroSkirt showed a 5.6% fuel savings and a 6% efficiency improvement. It joins other DuraPlate products in Wabash’s lineup.

Unique to this item, though, is the ability of the side skirt to flex both

inward and outward to reduce damage.

“With fuel economy a growing area of focus for trucking fleets, and in compliance with California Air Resources Board’s new trailer aerodynamic requirements, we are excited to introduce a product that improves our customers’ ability to operate more efficiently,” said Jamie Scarcelli, vp & general manager, DuraPlate Products Group. www.wabashnational.com

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PD is continuing its expansion into products for Detroit Diesel engines, releasing a patented cylinder liner with parabolic cooling groove for Series 60 engines.

The engine overhaul product includes an articulated steel crown with aluminum skirt pistons.

“We feel this liner design utilizing our patented groove allows for the cooling necessary while maintaining the flange integrity that is needed in today’s high

horsepower applications,” said Bob Straw, vp-sales and marketing for IPD. www.ipdparts.com

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Arrow expands in Denver area

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ansas City-based Arrow Truck Sales has opened a new used-truck store in the Denver area. The facility, located at 5699 Dexter St. in Commerce City, CO, is Arrow’s 17th U.S. branch. The opening of this store will serve the Rocky Mountain region, in which Arrow did not previously have a presence.

“Opening the Denver market is part of our overall expansion efforts,” said Arrow president & CEO Carl Heikel. “This supports our continued growth strategy in key markets across the country. We look forward to serving new and many existing customers in that area.”

Jason Cowell will manage Arrow’s retail operations in Denver. He was formerly the assistant branch manager at Arrow’s Fontana, CA, store. www.arrowtruck.com

Retrofit DPF now CARB-approved

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he California Air Resources Board recently approved ESW Canada’s ThermaCat Active Level III Plus diesel particulate filter (DPF) for retrofit to a wide variety of 1993 through 2006 on-road vehicle models powered by 5- to 10-liter diesel engines.

The company said ThermaCat uses a process of regenerating collected particulate matter stored in the DPF in engine operation while lowering backpressure. This maintains optimal emissions reductions in cold or inconsistent duty cycle applications without the need for driver interface, expensive regeneration equipment, vehicle downtime or daily maintenance intervals.

ESW Canada added that testing showed the ThermaCat reduces carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons in excess of 85%. www.eswcanada.com

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Flush-mount LED work lamp

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he Trilliant Mini Flush-Mount LED WhiteLight Work Lamp from Grote Industries features a flush-mount configuration designed to reduce the risk of stone and road damage, according to the company.

The lamp provides bright LED WhiteLight for more than 50,000 hours and includes a die-cast aluminum housing, polycarbonate lens and stainless steel bezel with a rubber gasket. The flood pattern provides a wide beam. The 12-volt light

is designed for use as auxiliary lighting and is said to be up to five times brighter than a standard 4 in. round backup lamp when placed at the rear of the vehicle. www.grote.com

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new video designed to clarify the question of whether to lease or buy has been posted on the NationaLease web site.

The three-minute video covers the benefits of a fullservice leasing plan, including access to leading-edge technology, purchasing power, financing plans, fleet maintenance and 24/7 emergenc y ro ad service.

“The ultimate goal for every business is to determine the A new video provides answers to true transportation customers looking to lease. costs when deciding whether to lease vs. buy, and making the decision that’s right for you,” said Gene Scoggins, president.

NationaLease has more than 600 facilities throughout the U.S. and Canada. www.nationalease.com

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olar Gard has released five new shades of its Ultra Performance series of window films, which use a nano-particle coating to block infrared radiation emitted from the sun.

Because radiation is kept out, the vehicle’s interior remains cooler.

The Ultra Performance films offer no interference with electronic devices while offering film clarity, color stability and glare reduction, Solar Gard said. All films are scratchresistant and include a limited lifetime warranty. www.solargard.com

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New Spicer lineup tackles costs ana Holding Corp. has initial Roadranger lubrication launched the Spicer S140 drain at 250,000 mi. and 32% less Series, a new family of lubrication required overall, these single-drive axles specifically en- axles are easier to maintain and gineered to improve fuel economy, more environmentally friendly reduce maintenance costs, increase than other designs. operator comfort, and boost overAssembled in the U.S. and meetall vehicle performance on me- ing NAFTA regulations for content, dium-duty the axles offer 23 mm more ground trucks. clearance while improving The S140 NVH performance S er ies sing leby nearly reduction axles 240% over re place all previous other axles The S140 Series is said to 17,000- to 19,000-lb. Spicer w it h t he improve fuel economy. drive axles. They are availsame GAWR, able for all makes and modsaid Dana. els of straight truck chassis up Dana said the new axles are to 19,000-lb. GAWR, including optimized to perform in vehicles delivery vehicles, school buses, with drivetrain ratings up to 860 shuttle buses, rescue, municipal lbs.-ft. of torque and up to 300 hp. and utility vehicles.

They can support GCWR up to “Throughout the develop- 46,000 lbs. and typical GVWR up ment of the Spicer S140 Series, to 31,000 lbs. in most vocational we focused our efforts on help- applications. Maximum GCWR of ing medium-duty fleet manag- 50,000 lbs. and GVWR of 33,000 ers optimize the productivity of lbs. are available under specific aptheir fleets,” said Steve Slesinski, plication approvals. director of product management Spicer S140 Series axles are for the Dana Commercial Vehicle also equipped with a number Systems Group. “With this new of options, including a carrierseries, Dana enhances its reputa- integrated parking brake or election as the leader in delivering ad- tromagnetic retarder mount; a vanced drive axle technology and wide-track design for maximum superior value for the medium- stability; a patented axle breather duty market.” design to supply unrestricted air The axles are 85 lbs. lighter flow and to minimize the risk of compared with previous Dana seal leaks due to axle pressurizaand current competitive medium- tion; and integral, welded susduty axles, helping to improve fuel pension brackets for increased economy, the company said. The strength and durability. manufacturer said that with an www.roadranger.com

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Air-drying system H

aldex Commercial Vehicle Systems has released the Haldex Tandem, an air-drying product that uses two desiccanttype air dryers working in tandem to remove humidity, dirt particles and oil from the compressed air system.

The unique design for Novabus incorporates an air drying system working in parallel with a condenser and external governor, Haldex said. The system is said to be a first for transportation applications and helps reduce the risks of freezing and corroding air components.

The system meets or exceeds 2010-cfm capacity standards, up to 80 cfm for highcapacity compressors. It includes built-in drain ports with tubing to direct fluids away from the operating environment. Desiccant life is expected to last two to three years between cartridge changes, said Haldex. www.haldex.com

Product improves engine performance

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he Hot Stk In-Tank/Standpipe Fuel Heater from the Racor Div. of Parker Hannifin Corp. utilizes engine coolant to heat diesel fuel in two separate ways to help keep engines safer in cold weather.

The product heats the fuel as it passes through the standpipe and also radiates the heat into the fuel tank. Designed to be mounted in the tank’s existing fuel sender hole, benefits include reducing diesel waxing in cold weather and biodiesel applications, smoother engine operation and easy installation, Racor said.

The Hot Stk can be mounted directly into the fuel tank. www.parker.com/racor

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Piranha lineup grows

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eterson Manufacturing has added 4-in. round lamps to its premium Piranha LED lineup of truck lights.

The new models are listed as the 817-3/818-3 Series.

Due to technological advances, Peterson noted, the process of integrating AMP-compatible connectors is now fully automated, saving time and cost in the production process.

Each model contains seven diodes with an operating range of 9-16 volts with skirted weld joints for added moisture protection. The 817-3 grommet-

grommets. The 818-3 is a flangemount model. Both meet FMVSS 108 requirements and come with a 5-yr. warranty. www.pmlights.com

Control the climate ficient, highest value and cleanest solution on the market” for climate control solutions, said Jay Parr, ClimaCab general manager.

The two systems have been integrated into one package that offers year-round environment control independent of the truck’s engine. ClimaCab provides air cooling for up to 10 hours while burning no fuel, operating instead on four batteries charged by the truck’s alternator. A power management module monitors battery power. The Air Top 2000 ST generates heat using factory bunk HVAC air ducts.

Glacier Bay will handle all product sales, parts, service and warranty policies. www.climacab.com; www.webasto.us

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New rules slash stopping distance

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he National Highway Traffic Safety GVWR above 59,600 lbs. must meet the Administration (NHTSA) has requirements by Aug. 1, 2013, the agency finally issued long-awaited new noted, adding that voluntary early combraking standards for commercial truck pliance is permitted. tractors, mandating The organization that a tractor-trailer also stressed that this traveling at 60 mph rule applies only to must come to a comtruck tractors and plete stop in 250 ft., does not impact sinversus the old stangle-unit trucks, traildard of 355 ft., a reers and buses. duced truck stopping “This is a very distance of roughly tough rule, but we be30%. lieve the technology For a small numis out there to help ber of very heavy setrucks comply with vere service tractors, it,” said Eric Bolton, a the stopping distance NHTSA regulations will shorten the stop- NHTSA spokesman. requirement will be ping distance required for trucks.

“We’re a scientific 310 ft. under these agency, so a signifisame conditions. In addition, this final cant amount of research went into develrule requires that all heavy truck tractors oping this rule. We’ve made sure from a must stop within 235 ft. when loaded to technology perspective that we’ve dotted all the i’s and crossed all the t’s.” their “lightly loaded vehicle weight.”

Though this new regulation will be The agency estimates that the new phased in over four years beginning with braking requirement will save 227 lives 2012 models, NHTSA said three-axle and prevent 300 serious injuries annutractors with a GVWR of 59,600 lbs. or ally. At the same time, property damage less must meet the reduced stopping dis- costs will be reduced by over $169 miltance requirements specified in this final lion on a yearly basis, an amount which rule by Aug. 1, 2011. alone is expected to exceed the total cost Two-axle tractors and tractors with a of the rule, NHTSA pointed out.

Fuel card can be used for DEF

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ulti Service Corp. has announced that fleets with vehicles using selective catalytic reduction to comply with 2010 EPA diesel emissions regulations will be able to use its MS Fuel Card to purchase diesel exhaust fluid

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(DEF). The MS Fuel Card Program also provides reporting capabilities that will allow managers to track when and where drivers purchase DEF to ensure that their fleets maintain compliance and efficiency. www.multiservice.com

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Added glass protection

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dditional protection for sheets of glass is now available for vehicles from myglasstruck.com.

The company’s aluminum offerings include integrated vertical rubber padding running from the top to the bottom of the carrier’s frame posts, providing additional protection for smaller pieces of glass that might extend above or below the carrier’s horizontal padding.

Underbody mounts connected to the chassis create a rigid surface to support the glass during transport, and aircraft-grade Huck locking mechanical fasteners that resist vibration secure all load-bearing connections, the company said.

Three T6-adjust-a-poles per side are now standard equipment, and the kit includes a self-assembly option for vans, pickups or Sprinter vans. A roof rack mounting system and folddown glass cutting table with adjustable legs are optional.

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Webb Wheel product catalog

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ebb Wheel Products’ 2009 catalog is available now in a web version that can be accessed and downloaded by visiting www. webbwheel.com/aftermarket and clicking on the “service” menu list.

Inside this year’s catalog is a complete listing of the company’s aftermarket brake drums, rotors, ductile and aluminum disc wheel hubs, spoke wheel offerings, numerical and dimensional part number listings, cross reference/interchange information, drum and rotor service specifications, and a copy of warranty policies.

Included is a comprehensive list of obsolete part numbers as well as brake drums currently available through the pallet pro-

ilot Travel Centers has announced installation plans for the rollout of 100 diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) “at-the-pump” locations. The company says it will also carry prepackaged supplies of DEF at all 350 Pilot retail stores, located in 41 states. DEF will be required for compliance with 2010 emissions regulations in vehicles using selective catalytic reduction to meet the new emissions standards.

Pilot’s initial plans call for the installation of 100 bulk dispensing pumps at locations spread

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g , g looking ahead to winter with two new additions to its Blizzak line of light truck and SUV tires.

The DM-V1 is available in 46 R-speed-rated sizes ranging from 15-22 in. in the 75-45 series.

It boasts Bridgestone’s Nano-Pro-Tech rubber compound and multicell technology to disperse surface water and improve grip, the company said. A directional tread pattern and 3-D sipes enhance dry performance and continuous lug design, while center multi-Z tread grooves increase traction in snowy and icy conditions.

The LM-60 uses continuous lugs and zigzag sipes for improved traction and includes circumferential grooves that channel water out of the tire’s footprint to resist hydroplaning. A directional tread pattern and 3-D sipes improve dry gram, which offers special pric- performance. It is available in 34 H-speed-rated ing when drums are purchased in sizes from 17-20 in. in the 60-35 series. pallet quantities. Maximum wear www.bridgestone-firestone.com dimensions for brake drums are listed in the service information section, as well as a handy troubleshooting guide.

NorCal Kenworth relocates in Bay Area

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out nationally and at a rate of 25 pumps per quarter beginning in the third quarter of 2009 through the second quarter of 2010.

“We have worked closely with Detroit Diesel Corp. and Daimler Trucks North America, as well as Gilbarco, to develop Pilot’s bulkdispensing capabilities and a billing/transaction system that will meet our customers’ need for ready DEF supply and fuel island convenience,” said Mark Hazelwood, executive vp for Pilot Travel Centers. www.pilottravelcenters.com

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y new 44,000-sq.- ft facility near the Oakland International Airport. The dealership, located at 1755 Adams Avenue in San Leandro, includes the latest in technology to provide tracking of inventory and service and body shop repair order status.

The facility has a 20,000-sq.-ft. service department with 10 bays, including a wash bay and a bay dedicated to Kenworth PremierCare ExpressLube and AC preventive maintenance services. Wireless Internet access is one of the amenities offered.

“We offer a full-line of green products ... and we can also retrofit the W900S model for compressed natural gas operation,” said Harry Mamizuka, dealer principal. www.bayareakenworthco.kenworth.com

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he electric vehicle industry is getting a major shot in the arm with $2.4 billion in grants from the U.S. Dept. of Energy. The funding comes from the $787 billion in spending and tax cuts encompassed within the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, or stimulus bill, passed by Congress in February.

“This marks the single largest investment in advanced battery technology for hybrid and electricdrive vehicles ever made,” said Sec. of Energy Steven Chu. “This will help achieve President Obama’s goal of putting one million plug-in hybrid vehicles on the road by 2015. And, most importantly, it will launch an advanced battery industry in America and make our auto industry cleaner and more competitive.”

The grants focus on three key areas: W Roughly $1.5 billion for battery and battery component production, plus battery recycling.

W Some $500 million for production of electric drive vehicle components, motors and electronics.

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Electric vehicles are receiving a boost from Federal funding.

plug-in hybrids and electric vehicles for demonstrations, as well as funds to build recharging infrastructure and workforce training.

“This is transformational, and not just in terms of the dollar amount,” Jennifer Watts, spokesperson for the Electric Drive Transportation Assn., told American Trucker. “This level of investment creates a strong policy direction for electric vehicles, making them appeal to investors over both the medium and long term.”

It’s also critical that the grants are “across the board” in the electric vehicle industry, funding not just vehicle development but the creation of recharging infrastructure while funding

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battery research. “You can’t just have a shot in the arm in one area of this industry,” Watts explained. “It brings everyone to the table—electric car and truck makers, battery makers, etc.”

For example, Navistar received $39 million to develop and build all-electric delivery vehicles in partnership with British electric truck maker Modec.

The plans call for electric Class 2 and 3 commercial vehicles primarily for urban and suburban pickup and delivery service.

Navistar said plans call for building 400 of the allelectric, light-duty trucks in 2010. The company expects that within a couple of years, several thousand such vehicles will be produced annually.

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egasus TransTech has released Transflo Workforce 2010, a solution the provider said will improve efficiency and reduce costs by helping a company map and optimize virtually any business process.

Because of its crossplatform adaptability, the solution can incorporate billing, purchasing, human resources or any other area of the company that involves data, Pegasus explained. It will help map a course of action, eliminate inefficiencies, and enforce rules going forward all within specified time windows.

“The introduction of Transflo Workflow 2010 offers clear cost benefits for our customers that is easy to install, support and use,” said Bob Helms, chairman & CEO of Pegasus TransTech.

The solution offers integrity of flow and consistent, repeatable processes; notifies management when a scheduled event doesn’t happen on time; and measures and reports the duration of each task, said the supplier.

According to Pegasus, Transflo Workforce 2010 also enables a company to optimize processes, eliminating unnecessary paperwork and steps to reduce costs, increase accuracy and improve speed of service. www.transflo.com

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itchell 1, a Snapon Company, has recently debuted Medium-Truck.net, a complete web-based service and repair information product covering Class 4-7 medium-duty straight trucks built from 1990 to the present. Mitchell 1’s companion product, Tractor-Trailer.net, supports the maintenance of Class 7-8 tractors and trailers.

Medium-Truck.net provides 24/7 online access to A web-based support center speeds the repair process. real-world service information for medium-duty are automatically updated The site has thousands vehicle operators and ser- on a monthly basis so sub- of detailed color wiring vice and repair shops, the scribers know they have diagrams to help solve same type of information the most current service complex electrical probthat is available for heavy- and repair information lems. CircuitSelect allows duty operators through available to diagnose and the user to easily trace, Tractor-Trailer.net. Both fix vehicles quickly and highlight, isolate and hide Internet-based products correctly, said Mitchell 1. individual wiring circuits

Simplify parts management

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ntended to automate parts management and simplify maintenance data keeping, the next release of Dossier maintenance software will integrate with NAPA’s parts inventory management system.

The data exchange between the two systems will automatically populate Dossier’s database with full details on all parts consumed by a fleet, including part numbers, VMRS codes and cost,

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according to developer Arsenault Assocs. It also assigns data to corresponding repair orders, freeing shop technicians from data entry.

Data flow in the other direction will automatically assign Dossier repair order numbers to NAPA’s purchase orders, speeding up the ordering process, the company says.

The integration was rolled out with Dossier 5.1. www.arsenault.biz

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using different colored highlights. Service information is enhanced with full-color photos that provide a real-world view of vehicle components and assemblies.

Medium-Truck.net is easy to learn and use, said Mitchell 1. Technicians simply navigate through the program after they log in to find all the information required to fix a particular vehicle. By entering the vehicle VIN number, the program automatically populates the year/make/ model for rapid vehicle selection. Diagnosis and repair are made correctly the first time, said the company, thus quickly putting the vehicle back in service. www.mitchell1.com

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u M I can now restrict access to various reports and features based on levels of user responsibility. The module allows companies to assign up to five levels of access to users, customers, carriers, locations, drivers, tractors and trailers.

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ity while restricting agent access to their assigned orders and movements, the company said. The responsibility access feature can be set to limit users to a specific menu option or to restrict user access to orders and movements. www.mcleodsoftware.com

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PS Insight has unveiled an option that enables its customers to automatically receive reports on drivers’ activities across multiple vehicles. These new capabilities allow administrative controls to determine which drivers were assigned to various vehicles historically for reporting purposes.

The company said the new functionality also makes it easier for fleets to determine accountability for unreported events such as parking tickets and toll

violations.

“Since many customers share vehicles across their drivers, this new capability allows speeding, idling, mileage reports and alerts to be geared toward individual drivers, not the vehicle,” said Robert Donat, president & founder of GPS Insight. “A GPS Insight customer requested this capability in order to determine which driver was assigned to a vehicle in the past when a parking ticket was issued and ignored.”

According to GPS Insight, a driver may be as-

signed to a vehicle in five different ways: W Manual assignment via web interface.

W Touching a driver “key fob” to a reader in the vehicle.

W Sending driver ID via Garmin.

W Having the driver send an SMS text message.

W Via automated API (application programming interface).

The company said it plans to add other driver-centric capabilities to the program in the months ahead. www.gpsinsight.com

new online Response Center designed to reinforce and reward safe drivers has been launched

by SmartDrive Systems.The center is a companion site to the company’s SmartDrive, which records, reviews and recommends responses for critical road events.

The online component also offers fuel consumption and operating expense assistance. It includes filters to help pinpoint events; integrated maps to identify problem regions; an improved coaching process; and health and coaching compliance reports to ensure the program’s success.

“The new Response Center is just the beginning,” said Greg Drew, CEO. Existing customers of the SmartDrive Measured Safety Program have already been upgraded at no additional charge. www.smartdrive.net

MCP100 to be available at Navistar dealers

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ualcomm’s Mobile Computing Platform 100 Series (MCP100) will now be available through Navistar’s International Truck dealers.

“We’re excited to be the first OEM to offer Qual-

comm’s MCP100 through our dealer channel,” said Ramin Younessi, group vp-product development and business strategy, for Navistar.

Customers will also be able to finance the pur-

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chase of Qualcomm hardware through Navistar Financial Corp.

The MCP100 offers a color touch screen and remote control device with advanced in-cab, text-tospeech capabilities. Ad-

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E2000 designed for extreme work

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he E2000 from Glacier Computer is a dedicated, fullscreen Windows CE compatible computer designed for harsh-working environments such as warehouses, construction sites and manufacturing centers, and offers an all-in-one industrial solution.

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cludes several display size options, touchscreen, multiple standard I/O, backup battery and internal 10-60 volt DC power supply. The unit is built on the Everest 4000 and 5000 Series computer platform and is designed for extremes in temperature, moisture and vibration. www.glaciercomputer.com

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hingMagic has released its Vega RFID reader and development kit, which is designed for in-transit visibility.

The unit has a serial interface that connects the Vega IVR reader to an in-dash PC, onboard laptop, GPRS smart phone or telematics platform for

RFID tag information processing, the company said.

It can track assets, products or personnel.

According to the company, the product was originally designed for use by Ford Motor with its ToolLink offering. However, it is now being made available for commercial fleets to monitor inventory and cargo in real time beyond the warehouse. www.thingmagic.com

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eavy-duty parts and service operations can be streamlined with the new Client Talk software application from Karmak Inc. The software eliminates unnecessary phone calls by notifying customers automatically when backordered parts have arrived or when service work is completed and the vehicle is ready for pickup.

Client Talk provides email alerts with customer-specific messages, company logos, web links and contact information. It is fully integrated with Karmak’s business management systems. www.karmak.com/ clienttalk.html

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of the multiple aspects of a business. Editable timecards allow supervisors to view a history of edits made, and at-a-glance reports provide via email a daily summary of key metrics such as payroll, travel, jobs completed and

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policy violations.

“Many enterprises are facing numerous organizational hardships and are being forced to make tough decisions as a result of the current economy,” said Rob Juncker, chief technology of-

ficer for Gearworks. “Etrace 7.1 simplifies and automates the complete mobile resource management process, enabling businesses to improve employee productivity and save money.” www.gearworks.com

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ment and tire manufacturers wrestle ystem for rolling resistance on passenk tires, it appears that more and more trucking companies are already using fuel-efficient tread designs and rubber compounds. On a major scale, the impact can be measured by the millions of dollars in fuel costs saved even if it tire costs.

Tires change, but increases Yes, you read that Low-rolllives are never put correctly. ing resistance tires retreads typiin jeopardy and cally have less tread depth than standard tires and retreads, so they may need to be replaced more often, raising costs.

Tire performance is defined by a number of properties. In the past, treadwear was the most important characteristic as fleets looked for long-wearing compounds that measured miles in the hundreds of thousands. Those in the waste-hauling business, for example, needed tires with cut- and chip-resistant rubber that could withstand the constant debris that collects along the curb, so the tire and retread manufacturers developed tires that last two and three times longer than their counterparts of just a decade or two ago.

But the name of the game lately appears to be fuel— even though prices are almost half of what they were just a year ago. Savings are savings in this economy, and having a fuel-efficient tire program in place makes perfect sense given the global instability in oil prices. It would be nice to think that fleets are protecting themselves from future oil spikes, but regardless of whether that’s true, having low-rolling resistance rubber on the ground is still a good idea.

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Since tire performance is ultimately a trade-off of properties, there have been some questions regarding the stopping ability of fuel-efficient tires and retreads. The truth is that a vehicle with these tires may require more distance to stop than a similar vehicle equipped with tires that feature a high-traction compound and design. But lowrolling resistance tires are just as safe as standard truck tires, so fleets should not be concerned about drivers losing control on wet or dry surfaces.

That being said, traction is extremely important in some parts of the country, especially during the winter months when fuel-efficient tires and retreads may not be the answer. One way to reduce rolling resistance is to limit the number of tread blocks that dissipate mud and snow. It won’t be much of a factor in the summer or on dry days, but when the snow hits and the plows don’t make it to the side streets or back roads, drivers may not be fans of the “fuel” tires.

Advances in rubber compounding and tread design have revolutionized the concept of application-specific truck tires and retreads. If fleets want deep tread tires that can deliver more than 100,000 mi. and provide excellent traction, then they must understand it’s going to come at the expense of rolling resistance. Likewise, lowrolling resistance tires are not designed to wear slowly or provide maximum traction, so fleets should expect to replace them more often.

But the most important thing is that manufacturers never make safety a trade-off. With an unparalleled record of safety and a history of consistent performance improvements, fleets have no reason to doubt the reliability of the modern radial truck tire or retread.

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ust like carriers, cargo securement and control system suppliers are reacting to the recession through several strategies. New product offerings, enhancements and close attention to customer needs are helping the industry withstand the economic downturn. The suppliers are working to identify specific needs while providing additional growth opportunities for customers. “During this recession, we are seeing our fleet customers working to try to maximize the efficiency of the equipment they are running,” says Ancra International marketing manager Ed Gohata. “That has increased demand for products like our decking systems, which allow fleets to get more cube by stacking cargo higher in the trailer.

“We are also seeing fleets diversifying into new markets,” he notes. “For instance, there has been more interest in our roller floors because they enable fleets to also carry the specialized air freight pallets called igloos.”

The end result, Gohata says, is more partnerships with the businesses. “We are finding that we depend upon each other more than ever before,” he adds.

Like Ancra, Kinedyne has used the downturn to forge closer ties with customers and make enhancements to its product line. “With fluctuating gas prices and the weak-

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ened economy, the transportation industry is facing some tough times on and off the road,” says James Klausmann II, Kinedyne’s executive vp. “That’s why, in 2009, Kinedyne is redoubling its long-standing commitment to exceptional product quality, while also working with our customers to make sure their needs are met.”

This spring, Kinedyne unveiled StrapPak, an accessory designed to help secure the loose end of a ratchet strap. The company also redesigned its Series E/A decking beams to include several improvements, such as the inclusion of the KwikLatch trigger release with ergonomic finger tabs on both sides of the beam head to make it easier to release the beam from the track.

“We cover everything, even light-duty,” says Roll-Rite spokesperson Cindy Cook, “We are really known for our innovation and vocation-specific product line. We brought out a system of gear motors, for instance, with different torque capabilities, depending upon the length and weight of the tarp you need to handle.”

Cook says that Roll-Rite has also seen some market segments expand more than others during the recession.

“Our waste market has expanded more rapidly over the past couple of years,” she notes. “Solid waste and scrap have been stronger.”

Changes to truck size and weight limits may also trigger a new wave of customer-centered product development in the cargo control industry, experts say.

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Maintenance 101

Firms can’t afford to take their eyes off the maintenance ball

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That’s compared to the three- to fiveyear ownership cycle for most overthe-road operations, he points out.

“The dynamic right now is that construction fleets are not working their trucks as hard as they usually do,” adds Melissa Gauger, marketing manager for Navistar’s severe service division. “The trucks may be getting older, but they have fewer miles or hours of operation.”

Construction fleets are also parking a lot of excess equipment, giving them access to extra capacity should they need it, which, again, potentially delays purchasing needs, she says.

“It’s really going to depend on how they’re treating parked equipment,” Gauger notes. “Are they maintaining it for operation or rather using it for spare parts? The whole issue of getting trucks re-operational will

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drive the fleet’s equipment acquisition approach.”

“Given the overall market conditions, we believe construction companies will be cautious when deciding to purchase a new truck,” says Maria McCullough, spokeswoman for Freightliner LLC. “We believe construction companies will exercise fiscal prudence and purchase trucks only if necessary, and we anticipate that construction companies will try to do all they can with the trucks that they currently have.”

That being said, though, there’s a lot of good “lightly used” equipment on the market today, notes Darry Stuart, president of Wrentham, MA-based DWS Fleet Management Services. In addition, there are many older model new trucks that never left the dealer lot. Both offer good opportunities for construction fleets that need to upgrade equipment yet want to do so as inexpensively as possible.

“Many construction firms do project work, so once the project is over, they sell off that equipment,” Stuart points out. “They can’t afford to let [equipment] sit around for three or four months. If you don’t mind having multiple brands of iron in your yard, you can get a good deal.”

The same goes for older-model new trucks that arrived at dealer lots but were never sold due to the downturn. “Many have 2007 model trucks that never got sold, so they are marking them down to get rid of them as

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some money is better than no money at all,” Stuart says.

The key, however, is maintenance, stresses Stuart. Whether a fleet is keeping its current trucks longer, or shopping for used or new equipment, if it doesn’t take care of the trucks properly, it will never get the full value of the vehicles. “You must be smarter on the front end,” he emphasizes. “If you have a truck or buy one with the right specs that can last twelve or more years, you have more options. You can sell at eight to ten years if the market is good, or hold for a few more if you need to.

“You need to remember that what you are buying, and then maintaining, is uptime,” Stuart continues.

“The less time the truck is in the shop, the better. The way to be competitive today is by managing your vehicle downtime and uptime better than the next guy.”

THE MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST When it comes to truck maintenance, Stuart will tell you that the details remain pretty much the same for almost all commercial vehicles, used and new alike. As a former fleet manager with 37 years of experience handling everything from construction and refuse trucks to long-haul tractor-trailers, Stuart stresses that focusing on several basic areas will help keep trucks up and running for a construction fleet, instead of breaking down at a critical moment.

“You use the same basic maintenance management philosophy, altering it slightly depending on the needs of a particular application,” explains Stuart. “Using a truck to haul dirt or concrete is really no different than using a truck to haul freight or whatever. All trucks have batteries, tires, engines and other components that need to be maintained. The use pattern of a truck’s particular application just dictates what components you look at first and how often.”

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cover story For that reason, Stuart follows several rough rules of thumb when it comes to monitoring the components a fleet needs to keep on top of day in and day out from a maintenance perspective. In no particular order, they are: Batteries: If the battery charge is low, the truck may not start and so it doesn’t even get out of the gate, he says. Stuart stresses that battery cables have to be disconnected, cleaned and load-tested at each preventive maintenance interval to ensure a full charge is getting through. Low voltage batteries are of particular concern. Though they may get a truck started, they put a lot more pressure on the truck’s alternator and starter, leading to a shorter life cycle.

Cooling systems: Truck engines today generate a lot of heat, and that goes double for dump and mixer trucks, as they have additional systems for spinning the mixer drum or raising and lowering the dump bed that puts extra load on the engine. Keeping the cooling system in top shape becomes a priority. Not only can corrosion lead to internal engine issues over time, but leaks in the cooling hoses and the high temperatures generated by the engine and other systems can evaporate any traces of coolant leaks, making a re-

petitive problem that much harder to find. To ward off these problems, regular pressure testing of the cooling system is a must.

Tires: This is probably one of the most expensive areas for truck maintenance, especially for construction vehicles, as punctures from debris at a work site can increase tire costs in a hurry. Stuart says the key is to keep tires properly inflated and make sure the front axle is aligned properly to minimize abnormal tire wear. “I stress that you check the front axle ‘toe’ at every PM, because it takes just five minutes to check,” he says. “If the toe is out of alignment, you have to adjust it, because that is what accelerates and wears tires out the most.”

U-bolts/fasteners: Stuart is fanati-

cal about tightening chassis and axle U-bolts and wheel/rim fasteners at every PM. “Vocational trucks in particular, such as construction and refuse, endure a lot of vibration from all the maneuvering, turning, heavy loading and unloading they do every day,” he says. “Those U-bolts are holding your truck together, so you have to watch them.”

Oil and grease: Stuart is a big believer in buying the best engine oil and component grease available simply because it can help add life to your equipment. “Front ends, clutch linkages, and especially U-joints need the best grease you can buy; know what you are buying and buy quality, not price,” he stresses. “If you don’t grease a U-joint regularly, it’s going to blow out on you. When that happens, you’ll have to tow the vehicle in—and that’s expensive. That’s why paying attention to the small details helps you avoid the big problems in the long run.”

MIXER SPEC’ING TIPS Concrete mixers are highly specialized pieces of equipment and don’t come cheap, which is why the specs really matter for these types of trucks in order to ensure maximum efficiency over the life of the vehicle, according to Brian Lindgren, vocational sales director at Kenworth Truck.

Top quality oil and grease help keep any construction truck in top shape.

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Even when buying used, paying attention to the specs of the vehicle can save a lot of trouble down the line. A critical consideration right at the start of the purchase process is to know local length and weight regulations, since these will dictate axle spacing needed to maximize payload, according to Lindgren. “Some states require compliance with the Federal Bridge Formula; others don’t,” he says. “A Bridge Formula truck will tend to be longer to spread the weight, and this will define where the steer axle goes and will have an impact on frame dimensions. In most cases, you would spec a booster axle at the rear to increase the weight allowed. You need at least 427 in. from the centerline of the front steer axle to the centerline of the booster axle to be sure to qualify for a 36-ft. bridge.”

At the same time, however, the mixer truck must stay within the 40-ft. overall length limit, so the steer axle needs to be as far forward as possible. “Consequently, a 427in. bridge length in a 480-in. overall length leaves only 53 in. for front and rear overhand,” he explains.

“The rear mud flap is usually 25 in. from the center of the booster axle, so the steer axle needs to be

within 28 in. of the front bumper.

You also must be careful not to spec a permanently mounted tow hook, which extends out front, since it could make you over length.”

In states where you don’t need to comply with the Bridge Formula, mixer trucks can be spec’d shorter, making them more maneuverable on job sites; however, that may require the addition of lift axles to carry the extra weight. “Depending on the weight carried by the steer axle and the laws in your state, you may also need to spec wide-based front tires,” adds Lindgren. “In the states where tire footprint is regulated, it’s typically 600 lbs. per inch of tire width. That will require a wide tire such as a 425/65R22.5 size to get to 20,000 lbs. on the two front tires.”

Other specs to check include: Frame rails: These are affected by the type of mixer barrel used. If the barrel has a subframe welded to the chassis rails that is approved by the OEM, a single 115/8-in. frame is fine, with a transition plate bolted to the frame at the back of the cab that goes as far forward as possible to ease the stress on the rails. But if the mixer pedestals are mounted directly to the frame rails, that re-

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quires an inserted frame of at least 103/4 in. “Remember, it’s not just strength you’re looking for but stiffness, too,” says Lindgren.

Traction: Side-to-side differential locks in both rear axles are recommended for traction off the pavement. In areas with sandy soil such as Florida, all-wheel drive— also known as ‘six-by-six’—is the better option. “We’ve seen operators spec’ing a 6x4 configuration with active tire-pressure control systems, allowing the driver to reduce tire pressure when they’re offroad to get the needed traction in the sand,” says Lindgren.

Horsepower: Generally, 250 to 320 hp. is plenty for most mixer applications. “Extra horsepower just uses more fuel, puts more strain on the rest of the drivetrain, and adds cost up front,” notes Lindgren.

Transmission: ‘Ratio range’ is the key spec here. “You need a low enough gear to inch along at a job site and a high enough top gear to attain decent highway speeds,” says Lindgren. “We’re seeing more automatic transmissions being spec’d as they’re easier on drivers and reduce stress on the drivetrain, and the truck can keep up in traffic much easier. The only downsides are higher up-front costs, and a slight decrease in fuel mileage.”

PTO (power take-off ): The PTO must come directly from the engine in order to provide enough power for the mixer system. Whether you use front engine or rear engine PTO depends on the chassis configuration, but Lindgren recommends rear engine PTOs where possible.

“With a front engine PTO, the pump is out front in a vulnerable spot. The hydraulic lines have to snake past the engine, and often close to the exhaust, to get back to the mixer drive motor,” he said.

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a heavy haul. To move a t weighs more than a fully eing 747 to the oil sands region in Northern Alberta, Premay Equipment LP put together a herd of nine Kenworth C500 tractors—harnessing a total of 4,800 horses under their hoods.

The Fort McMurray, AB-based company, whose very descriptive tag line is “Transport Architects,” has been easing big loads down the road since 1964. The subsidiary of Mullen Transportation Inc. specializes in heavy hauls for western Canada’s oil and gas industry. Its hauling and rigging division transports gigantic specialized equipment both over highways and off-road routes to reach production sites including Alberta’s oil sands. The division also hauls equipment to natural gas production fields in western Canada.

The shipment that was heavier than a packed jumbo jet consisted of a 13-ft., 8-in. diameter by 110-ft. long reactor weighing an impressive 1.2-million lbs. Its destination was the petroleum-rich oil sands mining area in northern Alberta where it would serve as part of a planned expansion of Suncor Energy’s oil sands operations.

“Our Kenworth C500s performed beautifully,” said Brent Harris, president of Premay. Harris joined the company as a driver in 1978 when it

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had just three company trucks and 14 leased truck operators.

He explained that the enormous reactor was loaded onto a transport frame with each end of the frame supported by a hydraulic platform trailer. Harris said each trailer was configured at 21 ft. wide by 130 ft. long and had 56 axles—with four tires on each axle, for a total of 448 in all.

One tractor in front pulled and four in back pushed the 25-ft. high load at a maximum speed of 12 mph for most of the 50-mi. northbound trip. Alberta Highway 63 from Lynton Siding, which is 12 mi. southeast of Fort McMurray, provided most of the route to the job site at the Athabasca Oil Sands.

But it wasn’t as easy as it sounds.

To be sure, it wasn’t all flat road.

When the parade reached the aptly named Supertest Hill, Premay added another four tractors to the front of the effort.

“The nine C500s handled the three-quarters of a mile long climb, with about an 8% grade, without any major issues,” Harris said.

“Thanks to the C500s, we were able to keep to our timetable, which is important because the northbound lanes of Highway 63 were closed for safety reasons.”

According to Harris, putting together such an impressive heavy-

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haul solution is all in a day’s work for Premay. What’s more, he pointed out that Premay makes these moves in the cold of winter when roads freeze hard, as attempting to move such giant loads in the spring or summer would damage the highways.

To keep all that weight under control and moving efficiently, Premay’s tractors are spec’d with 525-hp. engines driven through Allison automatic transmissions. Four of the nine C500s have tridem drives equipped with 105,000-lb. rear planetary hubreduction axles to provide added traction on icy and snowy roads, Harris noted.

Premay operates a total fleet of more than 50 trucks, mostly KWs including T800s, W900s and T660s as well as the massive C500s. “We do most of the routine maintenance on our trucks, and Edmonton Kenworth and GreatWest Kenworth use Kenworth’s PremierCare Connect. That links us directly to their parts department,” Harris noted.

Harris pointed out that besides tractors, Premay’s heavy-haul fleet consists of “more than 100 lines of Scheurele Intercombis and 36 lines of Scheurele K100 Series hydraulic platform trailers. He said the modular construction of this equipment allows units to be configured to meet specific job requirements.

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2003 Mack CV713, Mack E7 Etech 427 hp, RTLO16908LL, Camelback Susp., 4.42 Ratio, 16’ Steel Bed, 211” W.B., A/C, P/S, Dual Tanks, Double Frame, Stk. #4029..........................................$57,500

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1997 Mack CL713, Mack E7 Vmac 2 454 hp, T2180 (B) Trans., 4 Bag Air Ride Susp., 4.17 Ratio, A/C, P/S, 18’ Steel Bed, Double Frame, Stk. #3933.....$32,500

2005 Mack CV713, Mack AI-375 375 hp, HD4500 Trans., Camelback Susp., 5.32 Ratio, 17’ Steel Bed, 213” W.B., A/C, P/S, Double Frame, Air Gate, 60” Sides, Stk. #3956...........................................$69,500 IC

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2006 Mack CHN613, Mack AC 460p 485 hp, T318 18-spd Trans., Camelback Susp., 4.35 Ratio, 200” W.B., A/C, P/S, Dual Alum. Tanks, Stk. #4042 ........................................................................$52,500

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2005 Mack CH613, Mack AC 355/380, T309 LR Trans., 4-Bag Air Ride, 3.70 Ratio, 200” W.B., A/C, P/S, 296,000 Miles, Wet Kit, Stk. #4057 ............................... $39,500

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2007 Mack CV713, Mack Ai 427 hp, RDS4500P Trans., Camelback Susp., 4.64 Ratio, 235” W.B., 11R24.5 Tires, A/C, P/S, Cruise, Tilt/Tele., Stk. #3965 ......................................................$69,500

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2009 Freightliner Cascadia, Detroit, 18-spd., Locker Rears Needs Cab & Hood

Kenworth T600, Bad Engine.

Will Be Parting

1993 Peterbilt 379 425 hp CAT PEEK, 15-spd.

Will Be Parting

2001 International Boom Truck, DT466, Auto.

Parting

1999 Freightliner 430 Detroit, 16913A Trans.

Will Be Parting

1999 Freightliner Classic, CAT, 18718B Trans., DS404 Rears, Locker, 3.36 Ratio.

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2006 Kenworth W900L ISX 400 hp, Convertible 9-spd.

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Will Be Parting

2002 Kenworth W900L, C-15 CAT, RTLO18918B Trans., Eaton Spicer Rears, Will Be Parting

2004 Peterbilt 379 Cummins ISX, 16913A Trans., DSH 40 Rears on Hendrickson Air. Will Be Parting Out

2003 Kenworth W900L, 18918B Trans., RT40-145 Rears w/Lockers Parting Out

1996 Sterling, CAT, 7-spd., Good Cab & Hood Parting

1999 Kenworth T2000, 475 hp CAT, 18918A Trans.

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1998 International Cummins N-14, 10-spd.

Will Be Parting

2001 Kenworth T600, C-15 CAT, 18913A Trans., Good Cab Parting Out

2006 Kenworth W900 Day Cab, ISX 400, 16413A Trans., 251,000 Miles, Nice Truck, Ready For Work $15,000

Kenworth W900L CAT, 18918B Trans.

Will Be Parting Out

2008 Kenworth W900L Cummins, 18-spd.

2007 Kenworth T800, ISX, FRO6210C Trans., DSP40’s on Air. Good Builder

1998 Peterbilt, CAT 475 hp, 18-spd.

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1999 Ford F450, w/Tilt Bed, V10. $3,500

1995 GMC 3116 Diesel, Automatic, Runs Good, A/C Blows Cold. $6,500 w/Box $4,500 w/o Box

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2007 Kenworth W900B CAT C15 Accert 475 hp, RTLO18918B, RT46170’s, Dbl. Lockers on Hendrickson Primaax, 3.91 Ratio. .......... CALL

2007 International 9900i, 2000 International C-15, RTLO16918B, Paystar 5000, 40,000# Rears On Air Cummins ISM 330 hp, Ride .......................CALL RTX14708LL, RT46-160’s, Double Lockers, 5.38 Ratio on Hendrickson HN Susp., ................................ CALL

2003 Kenworth T800, C-15 475 hp, RTLO18913A, DSP40’s on AG200 Susp., 11R24.5 on Alum. ...............CALL

2006 Kenworth T2000, ISX 400 hp, RTOC16909 Trans., DSH 40’s on Flexair, 598K Miles ......... ...............................CALL

1999 Kenworth W900L, 86�

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2006 Peterbilt 379, CAT C-15, RTLO18918B Trans., DP41 w/Rear Locker, Low Air Leaf, Low Miles, Has Been Repaired. $48,500

2007 Western Star 4900, CAT C-15 550 hp, RTLO18918B Trans., Tri-Drive Rear Axle, 23-164, 4.56 Ratio w/Lockers.

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2003 Peterbilt 379, C-15 CAT, 1996 Peterbilt 379, Series 60 430/470 18-spd., Low Air Leaf.

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Kenworth W900B, CAT C-15 ACERT w/Retarder, FRO18210C, D46-170 Hendrickson Air Ride, 3.91 Ratio.

Parting Out

2002 Peterbilt 387, ISX 475 hp, 13-spd., 40K Rears, Lockers.

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2005 Peterbilt 378, 24’ Flatbed Truck, C-15 CAT 475 hp, FRO18210C Trans., DSP41 on Air Ride, Low Miles, Wreckers’s Bill of Sale.

2007 International 9400i, ISX Cummins 475 hp, RTO16918B, Air Ride, Thermo King APU. Parting Out

1998 Peterbilt 379, 3406E CAT, RTLO18718B, 404’s on Low Air Leaf.

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2006 Western Star, 60 Series Detroit, 13-spd., Super 40’s on Air Ride.

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2002 Volvo VNL, Cummins ISX 400 hp, RTLO16610B, Air Ride.

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2004 Kenworth T600, Cummins ISX 475 hp, RTLO16913A, DSP40’s on Air Ride.

Parting Out

2000 Volvo, ISX 600 hp, RTLO18913A Trans., Air Ride.

Parting Out

2000 Kenworth W900L, N-14 475 hp, RTLO18718B, AG400 404’s, Lockers.

Parting Out

2006 Volvo, Cummins ISX, RTLO18913A, 40K Rears on Air. Will Be Parting Out

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2000 Kenworth W900L, Detroit 60 Series, RTLO16713A, Air Ride.

Parting Out

2002 Peterbilt 379, C-15 CAT, RTLO18918B Trans., 46K Rears on Air Ride.

Parting Out

2003 Volvo, ISX 450 hp, RTLO16913A, 404’s on Air Ride.

Parting Out

2008 Freightliner Cascadia, MB 460, 13-spd. Auto., Air Ride.

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1995 Freightliner Daycab, Series 60, 18-spd., Air Ride.

Parting Out

2009 Kenworth T800, Cummins ISM 410 hp, FRO16210C Trans., RT40145, 3.73 Ratio, Flex Air.

2007 Kenworth W900 DayCab, C-15 CAT, RTLO18918B Trans., DSH40’s On Primax, 17,000 Miles.

Will Be Repaired Selling Complete

1963 Kenworth, Cummins BC III, 5&4 Hendrickson Walking Beam.

Parting Out

2000 International 9900i, Detroit 60 Series 500 hp, 18-spd., 46K Rears on Air Ride.

Parting Out

2009 International 4300, GDT 210, Allison Auto.

Parting Out

1998 Kenworth T600, Detroit Series 60, 13-spd., 40K Rears.

Parting Out

2002 Kenworth T800 Heavy Duty, Cummins ISX, RTLO18918B Trans., Heavy Front Axle, No Rear Susp., Low Miles.

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1995 Aztec 48 x 102 Curtain Side, Alum. Floor, Alum. Cross Members on 10� Centers............................. $4,500

1988 Talbert 40 Ton 3 Axle Hyd. Detach, 24’ Well, 11’ Neck, 12’7� Over Wheels ................................................... $25,000

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1987 Talbert 55 Ton 4 Axle Hyd. Detach Lowboy, 13’ Neck, 22’ Well, New Drums, Brakes, Deck & Fresh Paint ... ..............................................$32,000

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