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Average Age Of Canadian Truck Driver Even Older Than Reported An analysis of the 2011 National Household Survey (NHS) by the Conference Board of Canada shows that the average age of a truck driver has continued to increase at a faster rate than the rest of the labour force and is even older than previously thought.

In its report on the driver shortage and economic implications released earlier this year, the Conference Board relied on the 2006 Census and Labour Force Survey to find the average driver age to be 44 years – four years higher than it was for the average worker and increasing more rapidly as well. The Conference Board characterized the situation the trucking industry finds itself in – a rapidly aging and relatively older workforce of drivers combined with few young entering the occupation – as a “demographic tsunami.” It estimated that the national shortage of truck

drivers could reach 33,000 by 2020.

The more recent numbers from the NHS (which is voluntary and replaces the long census questionnaire) confirms this challenge confronting the industry and suggests the situation may be even more pronounced. Based on its review of the NHS data, the Conference Board now finds the average truck driver age is 46 years, compared to the average age for all workers in Canada of 41.5 years.

Most importantly, the Conference Board says the increase in the average driver age is due to a drop in the share of drivers between 20 and 29 years old. In 2006 11.6 per cent of truck drivers were in that age group but in 2011 this share declined to just 8.8 per cent of the driver population. Also of note is the fact that in 2006 the share of drivers in the 30 to 34 year range was 10 per

cent, the same as it was for the total labour force. However, by 2011 8.5 per cent of drivers found themselves in this age group. For the total labour force there was a slight increase to 10.4 per cent.

On the other end of the spectrum the share of the driver population in the age group 55 years and older has increased from 20 per cent to 26 per cent.

Furthermore, the NHS data indicate that 4.4 per cent of drivers are 65 and over (compared to 3 per cent in 2006) while for the total labour force the share of this age cohort increased from 2.6 per cent to 3.5 per cent.

According to the Conference Board, this confirms that in the trucking industry more than in others a primary source of “new” labour is delayed retirements – which it says is “nothing more than a bandage solution.”

The Conference Board

was also able to examine the variation in the driver age by province. The NHS data indicate drivers are slightly “younger” in Alberta, where the average age is 44.9 years (in part reflecting the generally younger labour force in Alberta (40.6 years relative to the national average of 41.5 years)). On the other hand, the average driver age is over 47 years in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Manitoba (although in provinces where the driver population is particularly

August 2013 small some caution should be taken when interpreting the results).

The data also show that truck driver remains the second most common occupation among men in Canada after retail sales person. Unsurprisingly, Ontario continues to be home to the largest number of drivers, with over 92,000. Quebec, Alberta and B.C. follow with 57,000 39,000 and 32,000 respectively.

The Conference Board concludes “it will ultimate-

FMCSA To Propose CSA Changes The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration recently confirmed it will propose changes to the presentation of its safetyrankings system, CSA, later this year.

According to Transport Topics, changes to the Compliance, Safety, Accountability program are aimed at making it clearer to the public that fleets’ scores are not meant to be safety rat-

ings.

The Safety Measurement System, a component of CSA, provides the public with violation and inspection data.

The changes will not affect how FMCSA calculates scores or uses CSA to prioritize its enforcement actions, FMCSA spokesman Duane DeBruyne told TT. “The data won’t be changing, it’s just the

ly be up to the industry to address this ongoing challenge and to make the occupation more attractive to younger drivers. But as we also put forth (in its earlier report), it will also be important to convince customers of the need to address this challenge now and to work with them to develop strategies that will make best use of drivers’ time, as the trucking industry has a long track record of sharing its productivity benefits with customers through lower prices.” b way it looks, and making it clearer what it means and what it doesn’t mean,” he said.

FMCSA will allow motor carriers to see a preview of the changes sometime this year and provide time for comment. The preview will then be open to the public before the agency implements the final changes.

DeBruyne said FMCSA may also consider changing its system that assigns numeric scores to regulatory violations into a system that designates violations as a high, medium or low penalty. b

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Making Your Miles Count — with Robert D. Scheper

Making Payments On Your 2012 Income Tax? 30-35% of operators make monthly payments on their prior year’s income tax. This is primarily because, bit by bit over the year, the operator’s tax savings account was ignored or eaten up by personal financial draws. That is to assume they were advised to be putting money aside for taxes in the first place.

When an operator doesn’t put money aside, they are unpleasantly surprised in June. Then, usually, they start making payments in July or August, maybe even September, if they can drag it out that long. A lack of understanding about cash flow and tax liabilities can be a huge bucket of ice water on

business and personal cash flow.

However, there are more things to do than just sock away cash in advance. Operators can actually reduce the amount owing if they plan ahead and change reporting systems.

The average truck driver claims an annual taxable income of between $50$55,000 and pays taxes of $12,000-$18,000 per year (as a self-employed operator). All else being equal, using the per diem system (also known as subsistence allowance, meal allowance, or non-taxable benefits) an operator only claims $25,000-$30,000 in taxable income and therefore only pays taxes of

$2,000-$12,000. That’s a $10,000 savings!

The per diem system doesn’t just defer taxes, like RRSPs do, it’s an actual tax reduction system.

It’s also not new. It’s been around for decades. Actually, the old timers should be able to remember the days when companies paid a meal allowance per day to their drivers which was not taxed. However, the non-taxable benefit system was abandoned almost universally by the trucking companies in the mid 1980’s. It was replaced by the TL2 simplified method (now $51.00 per day). The simplified method converts the $51.00 on your T1 income tax return to a non-

refundable tax credit of only $13.60 per day (BEST province).

This non-taxable system has seven disadvantages which, coupled with Zombie-like hoards of disinformation, can so intimidate operators they “hit the ditch” on the opportunity.

If you are interested in listening to the seven disadvantages, just go to our website and download the two and a half hour CD or pod cast for free.

When I was writing my book in 2006 (released 2007), I remember the early morning I ran the total Canadian tax savings on my calculator. The blood ran from my forehead as it showed hundreds of mil-

New Generation Of PacLease Telematics Solutions

an onboard computer that tracks various data points from the vehicle’s ECM. The data is displayed on a web-based fleet management portal. More frequent data downloads allow fleet managers to keep closer tabs on company equipment, cargo and driver performance, depending upon the company’s needs.

PacTrac’s online webhosted fleet management tool allows fleet managers and service managers at PacLease franchises to develop customized reports that can alert them when potential issues may arise while the vehicles are on the road. The managers can assign various degrees of urgency to those potential issues, so that drivers can be told if something needs to be addressed immediately, or if the issue can be addressed during the vehicle’s next scheduled maintenance visit.

Additional value-added services can be added to the Lite, Performance, and Performance and Safety packages of PacTrac including tire pressure monitoring, speed monitoring and in-cab navigation.

Customers who utilize PacTax, PacLease’s fuel tax reporting and vehicle licensing service, can

have vehicle data imported from the PacTrac system to help automate the reporting and administration of fuel taxes. “Such automation can improve fuel management and greatly simplify related administrative functions,” said Vonnahme.

PacTrac is an innovative telematics system powered by PeopleNet Communications Corporation, a part of Trimble’s international transportation and logistics division.

PacTrac monitors about 3,000 units leased or rented through PacLease’s network of franchise locations in the United States and Canada.

“PeopleNet is excited to once again join forces with PacLease by offering their customers a more robust integrated onboard computing and mobile communications system,” said Brian McLaughlin, President for PeopleNet. “This next generation of PacTrac delivers updated telematics packages filled with more features and value for both rental and leasing customers. Our partnership with PacLease is a natural fit. We both are customer-oriented companies focused on effectively reducing operating costs and improving fleet productivity.” b

PacLease announces the launch of its next generation of PacTrac Fleet Management telematics system. The new version now offers fleets improved communication with drivers and more real-time diagnostic data from vehicles, among other features.

To keep fleets connected with their drivers and vehicles, the telematics system features universal coverage thanks to a reliable network of more than 100 wireless carriers across the United States and Canada.

The latest generation of PacTrac provides increased messaging, an onboard event recorder, and, for the first time, fault code reporting from the vehicle’s engine control module for rental customers. For leasing customers, the new system features an enhanced onboard event recorder for accident reconstruction, as well as unlimited messaging plans and the ability to schedule data downloads from the PacTrac onboard computer as frequently as every 30 minutes.

“With the ability for

fleets to stay in contact with their drivers more easily and to download information from the vehicle more frequently, fleets will find it easier to track and monitor their assets,” said Neil Vonnahme, President of PacLease. “Fleets are increasingly turning to telematics as part of their operating strategy in response to federal regulations and the need to better control costs, track driver performance, improve route efficiency, and monitor equipment.”

The 2012 National Private Truck Council benchmarking survey reported 79 percent of respondents use on-board technology for fleet management. Just seven years ago, only 50 percent of respondents in the same survey reported using telematics.

PacTrac offers four different bundles, one for rental customers and three for leasing customers. The three bundles for leasing customers include the Lite, Performance, and Performance and Safety packages. All four packages feature

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With that volume of savings I was convinced operators would tsunami toward the opportunity.

However, since then I have reevaluated the reaction and realized many operators and accountants have frozen into the $12,000$18,000 results. It appears that unless an operator is trained one at a time by an accounting firm, most are intimidated by the complexity and change.

Typical tax savings advice to operators has therefore been reduced to a couple of illogical alternatives, such as, “Buy a new truck to reduce taxes”, as if sending $100,000 to a financing company over a few years is better than $35,000 to CRA over the same number of years.

In addition, you would have to deal with fuel consumption differences (sometimes) or higher maintenance costs (probable after warranty).

The other advice is the age-old “it’s better to lease than finance”, which is usually advised by salesmen who typically get a kickback for leasing rather than arranging financing.

As I outlined in my book, the benefits are usually to depreciation rather than

lease expenses with two temporary exceptions: initial year of down payment (depending on month of signing) and the final year in the term (if a very low buyout). However, both exceptions are temporary and DO NOT REDUCE TAXES but only bump tax liabilities into the future (defer).

When it comes to REDUCING TAXES, there is only one method: changing from taxable income into a non-taxable benefit. It’s more work, complicated and slow to get started, but IT WORKS! The best things in life are free. The best business systems, however, are not. It requires work, effort and co-operation. Download the seminar, and check out your alternatives. b Robert D Scheper operates an accounting and consulting firm in Steinbach, Manitoba. He has a Masters Degree in Business Administration and is the author of the Book “Making Your Miles Count: taxes, taxes, taxes” (now available on CD). You can find him at www.thrconsulting.ca and thrconsulting.blogspot.com or at 1-877-987-9787. You can e-mail him at robert@ thrconsulting.ca.

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Driver Profile by Kathryn Thorpe Klassen

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Ken Johnson Trucking

f you need bulk liquid chemicals or lubricants moved in the western parts of North America, Ken Johnson Trucking may be the folks you are looking for.

This company moves product ranging from caustic soda to acids and specially formulated chemicals for use in the pulp industry.

Located in Langley, BC, Ken Johnson Trucking has been in business since 1991. They started out with a single truck, and have since grown to include 27 tractors and 65 trailers.

Staffing this family-run company are 34 drivers, six

office staff, four mechanics and an administrative shop assistant.

“I needed a job after the company that I was working for as an owner/ operator went bankrupt,” says Ken Johnson, Founder and head of the company.

“I was at that tanker company for 16 years. I kept my truck, of course, and I ended up buying a set of b-trains from the receiver.

I went to servicing a local asphalt paving company here. Now 22 years later, we’re still servicing that same customer.”

Two decades later, Ken

still runs the company. His wife, Sherry, works in the accounts payable/receivable department. The company has grown bit by bit.

“We go up by 1 or 2 trucks per year, then pick up a new customer, and a little bit more, a little bit more,” says Ken. In British Columbia, the mining and pulp industries are big business. “We haul chemicals into mines, we haul chemicals into pulp mills, we haul lubricants to lubricant distributors who then sell it to the mine. We make some direct deliveries, but usually it’s to the

distributors, then they go off. So we supply lubricants to the forestry, mining, to anybody and everybody.

Things like chemicals to pulp mills, mines, aircraft de-icer in the winter, that kind of thing.”

“The chemical industry is very, very, safety conscious. They want to ensure the carriers they use are of the same philosophy.

Not get the job done at any cost, but get the job done safely and responsibly.”

The type of hauling done by Ken Johnson Trucking requires special care and attention. The products can’t be mixed trailers need to be cleaned out before hauling something new. “We have trailers dedicated to specific products, some to specific product groups. We have trailers that are specifically on lubricants, trailers that are specifically on chemicals, some non-regulated, some regulated.”

Over the past 22 years, plenty has changed in the industry, some good, some bad. And as with all transportation companies, it has had an impact on how Ken Johnson Trucking does business.

“We’ve found that a lot of the purchasing decisions are moving higher

August 2013 up within the corporate world. 20 years ago we would be dealing with people more in touch with the customer base, where they are looking for the service. Now there are a lot of times where the purchasing decisions are made at a higher up, corporate level, where they’re looking more at the dollars and cents and not necessarily at the service provided, the quality of service, or how a supplier may have been able to save them because they might make extra effort to look after the customer.”

“We have to make sure that we get up high enough in the companies to ensure that they appreciate the service and the partnership, and we really push the partnership. We’re not in the general freight business - we want to deal with chemical companies and companies that are prepared to place a value on the service and the partnership. We’re not out there hauling everything and anything for everybody.

We have a very select group of eight to ten customers.”

As with any trucking company, the drivers are what make the wheels go round at Ken Johnson Trucking. “The drivers are the most important asset they have. You can buy a truck anywhere. A lot of companies aren’t prepared to put the money and effort into training people.”

“Our longest term employee is 17 years, and we have many over 10 years and over 15 years. We hire several new drivers every year. Some find they can’t meet the standards that we demand of them, some of them we let go because they don’t meet our standards. But once they’ve been with us for a while they very seldom leave.”

“The biggest thing I’d like to see is people realizing that the men and women in heavy commercial vehicles, are out there as professionals. Unfortunately we are the only industry that I’m aware of that has amateurs and the general public out playing in our workplace.”

“As professional drivers, we have to contend with all these amateurs, and unfortunately they often don’t recognize us as a professional. They think that it’s so easy to drive a car, so anybody can go drive

a truck - it’s only a bigger car. They don’t appreciate the professionalism and the work and how hard a job it is for these people out on the road.”

Ken Johnson has been a Director at the British Columbia Trucking Association for years. He is currently on the Executive Committee and is chairing the Membership Committee. “In the BCTA, we’ve been working for years, along with other provincial associations, to get drivers accepted and recognized as a profession.”

When he is hiring new drivers for his fleet of tankers, Ken wants to hear the applicants proudly refer to themselves as a professional driver, not just a truck driver.

“A professional is not simply getting a pay cheque for doing a job. For me, a professional is not just the ability to do the job, but the manner in which you conduct yourself. Professionals like doctors and lawyers have ethics they need to follow. Why can’t a professional driver?”

Ken Johnson Trucking is a Partner Member of the Chemistry Industry Association of Canada. One of their requirements as part of their Responsible Care is community involvement. “In our shop, we built a little training trailer that we take out to fire departments all over British Columbia. Along with other members and partners of the Chemistry Industry Association of Canada, we do training with fire departments. We do something called TransCare committee, which I’ve been on for over 15 years where we liaise with first responders, chemical producers and carriers.

They all get together so we know who everybody is, and everyone knows that we’re working on the same page.”

“We’ve done training directly with a number of fire departments including those in Langley, Vancouver and Salmon arm. With our specialty being tankers, and our demo trailer, we show them the safety features of the trailer, what to do with it, the operation of the valves and how to read the documentation so that in the event of an emergency, they can come up to a tanker and know where the emergency shut off is, what the placards mean etc.” b

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Stay Cool This Summer With HVAC Maintenance Tips As temperatures begin to heat up, the last thing a driver needs is to be stuck on the road without air conditioning. To keep truck drivers as comfortable as possible, Alliance Truck Parts reminds truckers of the necessity of regular HVAC maintenance.

Inspection Interval Have your entire HVAC system inspected at an Alliance Truck Parts location on a yearly basis to ensure it is operating efficiently. Early detection is key. Even small leaks or damaged components can spread damage to the entire system, adding up to expensive repair bills and increasing downtime.

Repairing Leaks If you notice a leak, immediately take your truck in for an inspection at your nearest Alliance Truck Parts location. Do not use any leak fixing products.

They are only a temporary fix and can increase your

repair bills due to excess debris in the system.

HVAC Air Filter Maintenance A dirty or clogged air filter dramatically reduces the airflow into the cab and can cause bad odors.

Check and replace your filter regularly to ensure it is clean. The best way to tell if your filter is in good condition is to remove any debris, then shine a light through it. If you can see the light, the filter probably is clean.

Condenser Maintenance Keeping your condenser free of debris ensures it will maintain a perfect cooling temperature in your cab.

Check and clean your condenser regularly, especially in the fall and winter when leaves and other materials build up on the fins. Be careful cleaning the fins; bending or breaking fragile condenser fins can cause problems throughout the entire HVAC system.

Mack To Begin Production Of DME-Powered Vehicles Mack Trucks will begin production of dimethyl ether (DME)-powered MACK Pinnacle Axle Back models in 2015. DME, a non-toxic, clean-burning alternative fuel, offers many environmental and societal benefits, including that it can be made from multiple sustainable feedstocks.

One of the most significant advantages of the fuel is that it produces no soot, eliminating the need for a diesel particulate filter (DPF). DME can provide up to a 95 percent CO2 reduction compared with diesel when produced from biomass or biogas.

Furthermore, DME can be made from North America’s plentiful domestic natural gas supply, food waste, animal waste, grass clippings and other sustainable sources, offering the potential to help reduce dependency on foreign oil.

“The benefits of DME are numerous,” said Kevin Flaherty, President of Mack

Trucks North American Sales & Marketing. “It’s better for the environment because it burns clean, and it can be made from sources that are domestically available. Mack trucks are built in the U.S.A., and with DME, we’ll be powering our vehicles with a fuel made in America as well.”

The Pinnacle Axle Back model powered by DME will be equipped with a MACK MP8 engine, offering a 13-liter engine to easily handle heavy workloads. The Pinnacle Axle Back model is ideal for highway van trailer applications, bulk hauling, flatbed and dump trailer jobs.

DME has the same performance and energy efficiency as diesel. The fuel is compression-ignited, is handled and stored similar to propane and does not need cryogenic temperatures or high tank pressures.

“Mack is a leader in natural gas technology development, and we be-

Detecting a Faulty Blower Motor A faulty blower motor will reduce or even stop airflow to your cab, decreasing the performance of your HVAC system. If you notice decreased airflow or hear a buzzing, grinding, or humming sound as you turn on your HVAC, take your truck to an Alliance Truck Parts dealer for an immediate inspection. If left unchecked, a faulty blower motor eventually will lower the pressure of the freon running to your condenser, potentially damaging your A/C system.

Alliance Truck Parts dealers will be able to diagnose an HVAC problem quickly and get truckers back on the road. If a replacement part is needed, Alliance offers a wide range of high quality HVAC products, including A/C compressors, blower motors, receiver driers, condenser coils and heater core assemblies, all guaranteed by a one-year/unlimitedmile nationwide warranty, serviceable at more than 800 locations across the U.S. and Canada. b lieve DME has tremendous potential as an effective way to use the country’s abundant natural gas reserves to power heavyduty trucks,” Flaherty said.

“DME is unique in that it is clean, easy to handle, safe to store and will be made domestically, benefitting everyone.”

DME can be produced by small-scale production units that convert biogas and natural gas into the fuel. Oberon Fuels recently announced their first innovative production unit will go online this month in California’s Imperial Valley region.

“Oberon Fuels has developed small-scale, skid-mounted production units that can cost- effectively convert a variety of feedstocks to DME,” said Rebecca Boudreaux, Ph.D., President of Oberon Fuels. “With these small-scale production units, regional fuel markets are created, offering the potential to bypass the infrastructure challenges of using an alternative fuel while also enabling the use of locally available feedstocks.”

Mack also plans to launch a natural gas-powered MACK Granite. b

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Flood Of 2013: Alberta Trucking Industry Continues To Serve Alberta’s trucking industry is well known for its pragmatic approach to most things in life and for possessing a ‘let’s get ‘er done’ attitude. The industry had ample opportunity to show just what it’s made of when massive quantities of flood waters poured into the southern portion of the province.

While the TransCanada Highway from Calgary to the BC border is now open to all traffic, there will be reduced speeds and motorists are encouraged to adhere to posted speed limits.

While a degree of normalcy has returned, there remain in place 18 declared states of local emergency.

“We offer our sympathies to everyone affected by the flood, including those industry members with operations in the hardest hits

areas of the province,” says Don Wilson, Executive Director, Alberta Motor Transport Association.

“The past days have been difficult for many and also for the drivers and other staff who have been trying to provide transportation services in a very difficult situation.”

“The heartbreaking circumstances so many Albertans are coping with are hard to witness,” says Wilson. “I am so proud of this industry which is working so hard to offer assistance to Albertans.”

“As an industry we remain unwavering in our commitment to participating in the recovery and rebuild process.”

“From the very start, Alberta trucking companies have been working with all levels of government and with emergency responders

to bring in food, water, sandbags, emergency supplies – whatever was needed,” says Don Wilson.

AMTA has been helping coordinate relief efforts by offerings it services in matching truck fleets with government and non-government agencies engaged in the recovery.

Throughout the situation the Association fielded calls from news organizations -local, national and international.

Truck drivers from Edmonton and other areas not hit by the devastating waters have been called in to assist the water-logged areas.

“Alberta’s trucking industry pulls together to help where ever it can. We’ve just buckled down and joined the rest of the province where everyone is mobilizing to help their neighbour.”

In terms of the aftermath of the floods, Wilson says the trucking industry will be a major player in the recovery and clean-up. b

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Trucking Jobs Better Defined By National Occupational Standards Several trucking-specific careers are now more clearly defined thanks to an update of National Occupational Standards, according to a news release

by Trucking HR Canada.

The voluntary guidelines list the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to work in specific fields.

First-time additions to the guidelines include cargo worker, freight claims specialist, safety and loss prevention specialist, supervisor/manager/foreman, and licensed shunt driver, defined for the first time.

Existing documents addressing dispatchers were

Splinter, CEO of Trucking HR Canada. “Fleets and trainers that have used existing standards have already been able to enhance everything from job descriptions to training curricula and employee appraisals.

Now they have the tools to focus on a broader range of jobs.”

“These standards clearly reflect the realworld requirements of the industry because they were closely developed and reviewed by industry representatives,” adds Tamara Miller, Trucking HR Canada’s Director of Programs and Services. “Each standard clearly describes what successful job performance looks like; details the tasks, skills and knowledge needed in the role; and identifies related legal responsibilities.” b

also updated, building on those already available for entry-level drivers, professional drivers, driver specialties, and coaches/ mentors/assessors.

Related competency charts – which list the individual skills and attributes needed for each occupation – are among the most popular downloads available on Trucking HR Canada’s website, according to officials.

“This is one of the broadest updates to National Occupational Standards since they were first introduced to Canada’s trucking industry,” says Angela

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The new Transit Connect that will be launched late this year enables businesses to load and transport awkward and bulky items with a loadthrough hatch in the bulkhead, fold-up front passenger seat and – via the widest opening in the class on the long wheelbase model (L2) – the unique ability to load a Europallet through the sliding side door.

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“We watched tradespeople loading and unloading vehicles to make sure we got the design of the allnew Transit Connect just right,” said Stephen Lesh, Transit Connect Chief Program Engineer, Ford of Europe. “This van is ready for anything. It can haul all manner of tools and materials – and transport a work crew in safety and comfort.”

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The all-new Transit Connect also offers customers further smart features including: • Flexible dual passenger seat which enables two passengers to travel with the driver. The outer passenger seat folds upwards to allow large boxes on the cab floor, or flat to accommodate longer items through the bulkhead, • Ultra-bright LED lighting for the cargo space, enabling it to function as a working area, • Standard bodyside fixing points at waist and shoulder height in the load compartment, which allow additional tie-down loops, racking or framework to be fitted more easily, • Functional mobile office features in the cab including Ford SYNC connectivity and generous stowage space; the inner dual passenger seat folds flat as working space, or flips up to reveal a stowage box, • Versatile rear seating in Kombi and DoubleCab-in-Van models, with a movable mesh bulkhead; L2 models offer class-unique foldflat seating for the second and third rows to create a flat load platform.

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Bendix Celebrates Acuña Manufacturing Facility’s 25th Anniversary Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC celebrates a quarter-century of expansion, innovation, safety, and community involvement at its Acuña, Mexico, facility. Established in May 1988, Bendix’s Acuña manufacturing operation consists of three state-of-the-art facilities employing more than 1,000 workers and encompassing 412,000 square feet. The Bendix Acuña operation also supports a distribution center in Mexico City that serves South American customers and houses the headquarters of Mexicobased OE and aftermarket technical sales, training, and support teams. A diverse business profile, measurable growth, and team achievement have fueled the operation’s success.

Bendix, the North American leader in the development and manufacture of leading-edge active safety and braking system technologies, employs

more than 2,700 people at its primary facilities in Acuña, Elyria, Ohio, Huntington, Ind., and Bowling Green, Ky. “Acuña has achieved a long list of accomplishments in its 25 years as part of the Bendix family, including several growth initiatives, product line expansions, and a world-class safety record that includes a zero-accident year for Acuña Plant I in 2010,” said Joe McAleese, Bendix President and CEO. “But more than that, the people of the Acuña facility have made it a positive force in the communities it calls home, both in Mexico and across the U.S. border in the sister city of Del Rio, Texas.”

Acuña Plant I was established with a focus on OEM assembly and machining, in alignment with Bendix’s Controls business unit. Manufacturing includes electronic assembly, valve assembly, and Bendix’s Aluminum Machining Center of Excellence.

Acuña II opened in 2000

and is primarily dedicated to remanufacturing and OEM service. The plant handles air dryer assembly and machining, remanufacture of air dryers and valves, and OEM compressor assembly and machining, all aligned with the Bendix Charging business unit.

Bendix opened Acuña III in 2010 for the manufacture of actuator products, including spring brakes and service chambers. The former brownfield was refurbished and upgraded, adding more than 150 jobs to the Acuña roster.

Acuña represents one of the fastest growing Bendix manufacturing sites, and executives of the KnorrBremse Group consider it a model manufacturing facility. Knorr-Bremse honoured the Acuña operation as its top-ranked plant in 2011.

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And through an active partnership with the local technological school in Acuña involving both hands-on and classroom instruction, Bendix has helped to train educators and establish an engineering curriculum aimed at supporting manufacturing operations.

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ATA Releases Latest Freight Forecast American Trucking Associations recently released the latest edition of U.S. Freight Forecast to 2024, which projects an overall increase in freight volumes for all modes of more than 20% and an increase in the amount of that freight moved by trucks.

The Forecast, a product of collaboration between ATA, IHS Global Insight and Martin Labbe Associates, lays out the current state of the freight economy where trucking strengthens its position as the leading mode of transportation.

“The trucking industry continues to dominate the freight transportation industry in terms of both tonnage and revenue,” said ATA Chief Economist Bob Costello, noting that Forecast projects trucking’s share of tonnage will rise to 70.8% by 2024 from 68.5% in 2012.

Over that same period, Forecast calculates: • Overall freight revenue will grow by 63.6% to $1.3 trillion annually in 2024 and trucking will see its share of those revenue rise to 81% from 80.7% in 2012.

• Truckload volumes will

grow 3.2% through 2018 and 1.1% annually between 2019 and 2024. Less-than-truckload volume should grow 3.5% annually through 2018 and by 2.4% until 2024.

• Anemic growth for rail carloads of just 1.5% through 2018 and 0.4% from 2019 through 2024 contributing to a decline in market share to 14.2% from 14.8% in 2011.

• Intermodal rail will continue to be the fastest growing freight mode, growing an average of 5.1% a year until 2018 then slowing moderately to 4.8% annual through 2024.

• Other modes of transportation, including air freight, waterborne transportation and pipelines will see moderate volume and revenue growth.

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Manitoba Renews Innovation Support For Heavy Vehicle Manufacturers The provincial government will renew funding to support Manitoba’s heavy vehicle manufacturers to continue developing new technologies that meet the high demands of municipalities and commercial firms, Premier Greg Selinger announced recently at New Flyer Industries.

This year, the province

is continuing to support innovation and the adoption of new technologies through a grant of $500,000 to the Vehicle Technology Centre. The centre, a nonprofit corporation formed in 2002, works with Manitoba manufacturers and suppliers to foster research and competitiveness.

“Our heavy vehicle

Tighter Capacity Could Soon Boost Carrier Rates This spring showed a “strongly favourable environment for trucking” and carriers can expect modest rate increases soon, according to FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index (TCI) for April.

Those modest rate increases are expected to be driven by volume growth as well as reduced trucking productivity resulting from new and more stringent regulations. The new regs are forecasted to take a 3 percent bite out of trucking capacity.

Why only a modest increase in rates? FTR said a soft fuel market will

keep overall rate increases below normal recovery levels. At the same time, they do expect a sizable increase in base prices “due to the effects of Hours of Service and other rulings negatively impacting trucking capacity.”

Manufacturing may be a problem, however. “Recent data point to a fragile manufacturing sector,” noted Jonathan Starks, Director of Transportation Analysis for FTR. “This is a concern as industrial movements account for a significant portion of truck freight.” But, he said, he believes that manufactur-

Freightliner Starts Production Of Cascadia Day Cab Freightliner Trucks recently announced that in August 2013, it will begin full production on its Freightliner Cascadia 113-inch BBC day cab with natural gas technology. Equipped with the new Cummins Westport ISX12 G heavy-duty natural gas engine as a factory-installed option, the Cascadia 113 natural gas day cab is ideal for regional haul, vocational and refuse applications. The Cascadia 113 ISX12 G was on display at the Freightliner Trucks booth at ACT Expo.

The 12-liter ISX12 G natural gas engine is based on the Cummins ISX12 diesel heavy-duty

engine platform. The engine operates exclusively on either Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) or Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and features ratings of up to 400hp and 1,450 lb-ft torque and an optional engine brake.

For increased vehicle range, several CNG and LNG fuel tank options are available for the Cascadia 113.

Freightliner Trucks began limited production on its Cascadia 113 natural gas-powered day cab in April 2013 with a 350 hp and 1450 lb-ft ISX12 G engine and Allison 4000 HS automatic transmission. An Eaton manual transmission will be available on

manufacturing sector is a recognized leader in North America, creating and supporting thousands of good jobs,” said Selinger. “Our continued investments in the Vehicle Technology Centre will leverage further investment and help this important industry continue to thrive and innovate in ing is pausing rather than going into a downturn.

“As long as the modest economic growth continues, trucking should be able to show further growth in 2013. The bigger concern is how the industry reacts to the fast approaching Hours of Service starting on July 1.

The markets have been in supply and demand equilibrium since late in 2011. As such, rates have been very stagnant amid a strong TCI reading because the market tends to react to changes in market conditions,” Starks explained.

“We believe that our expected 3 percent hit to productivity is enough to break that equilibrium and generate substantial rate improvement by the end of the year.” b trucks built beginning September 2013.

“With the option of natural gas power, we’ve taken one of our most versatile tractors and further extended its efficiency and productivity,” said Mary Aufdemberg, Director of Product Marketing for Freightliner Trucks.

“Our customers will benefit from the increased range and power found through the pairing of the Cascadia 113 with the ISX12 G heavy-duty engine.”

Parent company Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) leads the medium and heavyduty commercial vehicle market in the production of natural gas-powered conventional vehicles.

Since 2008, Freightliner Trucks has sold more than 2,500 natural gas-powered trucks and tractors. b

a competitive global market.”

Manitoba’s heavy vehicle manufacturing industry is home to North America’s largest bus manufacturers, New Flyer Industries and Motor Coach Industries; Canada’s largest fire truck manufacturer, Fort Garry Fire Trucks; and Canada’s largest manufacturer of tractors, Buhler Industries.

The sector is responsible for: • creating more than 6,500 jobs, representing approximately 10 per cent of Manitoba’s manufacturing workforce; • exporting about $1 billion in products, representing up to 10 per cent of Manitoba’s annual exports; and • earning more than $2 billion in annual sales.

“This announcement supports innovation in Manitoba’s heavy vehicle manufacturing sector and is a fine example of industry and government working together to the benefit of Manitoba’s economy,” said Ron Vanderwees, President of the Vehicle Technology Centre. “This type of co-operation builds advanced technical capa-

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“The Province of Manitoba’s contributions through the Vehicle Technology Centre are pivotal in helping us fund technical advancements in the transit industry as we continue to position ourselves as world-class leaders of innovation – from right here in Manitoba,” said Paul Soubry, President and Chief Executive Officer of New Flyer. “This funding enhances our bus electrification development program and, more specifically, our rapid-charging technology prototypes that are so key for effective and broad commercialization and acceptance.”

Until this year, the Vehicle Technology Centre’s OEM-Supplier Development Program had been supported under the Canada-Manitoba Economic Partnership Agreement.

Under the previous agreement, which ran from 2009 to 2013, the program supported 11 projects that involved seven original equipment manufacturers and more than 40 Manito-

ba-based supplier companies.

“The Vehicle Technology Centre has been successful in leveraging additional research and development investment,” Entrepreneurship, Training and Trade Minister Peter Bjornson said. “Under the previous agreement, government dollars helped stimulate a five-fold investment from industry in new technology, and this new provincial funding is expected to do the same.”

Among the many noteworthy projects in the past four years were a new aluminum bulk-haul trailer built by Winkler-based Lode King Industries, and a 60-foot, articulated, compressed natural-gas powered bus built by New Flyer Industries, said Selinger.

New Flyer is now developing a new, all-electric, battery powered transit bus with a consortium of Manitoba partners including the Government of Manitoba, Red River College and Manitoba Hydro along with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and with the support of the Vehicle Technology Centre. b

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Delphi Recognized As One Of Volkswagen’s Best Suppliers Delphi Automotive PLC (NYSE: DLPH) received the highlyregarded Volkswagen Group Award in the ‘Global Champion’ category for advanced diesel common rail technology.

Delphi was one of 21 leading suppliers honoured for overall entrepreneurial performance.

With this award, Volkswagen AG recognized Delphi as one of its most important business partners and acknowledged Delphi’s outstanding performance as a contributor to the group’s success. The company also cited Delphi’s excellent quality levels and high-ranking competitiveness as helping it meet ambitious CO 2 targets. Delphi was complimented for its continued development of solenoid technology for diesel common rail systems and the Volkswagen group said it

looks forward to partnering with Delphi in future projects.

Delphi’s award specifically recognized performance on Volkswagen’s 1.2-liter, three-cylinder Euro 5 programs. Delphi’s global support during development, including the balance between cost and technology, contributed to significantly reducing emissions and fuel consumption.

Rodney O’Neal, Chief Executive Officer and President of Delphi, accepted the award during the ceremony in Dresden, Germany, at the “Gläserne Manufaktur” plant where Volkswagen builds the Phaeton luxury sedan featuring Delphi’s ultrasonic alarm module and immobilizer.

“This award from one of our largest customers is representative of Delphi’s significant role as a partner with Volkswagen and illustrates the exceptional work of our diesel

team,” said O’Neal.

Michael Gassen, president Delphi Europe, Middle-East and Africa added: “We are very proud that the Volkswagen Group recognized the excellent performance of our diesel technology which is gaining strong interest in the industry.”

Delphi offers the industry’s best value light duty common rail systems (Multec servo solenoid) that provide performance equivalent to servo piezo technology. Delphi’s system offers simple, modular, robust and precise fuel injection. The system is suited for a wide range of applications and can offer pressures up to 2,500 bar to help car manufacturers meet Euro 6, step 2 and Euro 7 emissions standards.

The awards were presented by Prof. Dr. Martin Winterkorn, Chairman of the Board of Management of Volkswagen AG, and Dr. Francisco Javier Garcia Sanz, member of the Board of Management of Volkswagen AG, with responsibility for procurement. b

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Dana Reinforces Commitment To Russia, CIS At CTT 2013 At CTT 2013, June 4-8 in Moscow, Dana Holding Corporation (NYSE: DAN) announced further steps to bolster its ongoing support of the growing construction market in Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States by expanding its aftermarket network and offering customized drivetrain solutions for the region.

Construction activity in Russia and CIS is expected to continue accelerating through 2015, spurred by state-funded civil engineering projects for transport and infrastructure expansion. Dana is increasing its local resources by actively expanding its network of Authorized Spicer OffHighway Service Centres and strengthening the capabilities of the Dana distribution centre in Gyor, Hungary, to improve the

delivery of genuine original-equipment service parts.

Dana is also increasing the availability of driveline solutions produced in China for equipment buyers in the region. These solutions include the Spicer TZL Series of four-speed powershift transmissions as well as the Spicer Rui Ma brand of transmissions and axles, which provide an optimized blend of product features, performance, dependability and cost.

“At Dana, we recognize the increasing importance of this vibrant, growing market and the crucial role the construction industry will play here,” said Aziz Aghili, President of Dana Off-Highway Driveline Technologies. “We will continue to expand our support with complete drivetrain solutions and

Meritor Chosen As Standard Equipment By Vantage Trailers Meritor, Inc. (NYSE: MTOR) recently announced that Vantage Trailers has selected Meritor trailer components as standard equipment on all Vantage products.

The standard Meritor components now available on Vantage Trailers include MTA Top-Mount, MTA LowMount suspensions, lift kits, Meritor Tire Inflation System by PSI, automatic slack adjusters and wheel-end components.

“Meritor’s long history of innovation in suspension and brake technology gives our customers the assurance that they are relying on world-class solutions in the areas of safety, performance and running cost,” said Todd Finney, Presi-

dent and COO, Vantage Trailers, Inc. “Vantage has always sought to partner with the leading component suppliers, and we consider Meritor to be the leader in the commercial vehicle segment.”

Meritor’s leadership in the design and manufacture of trailer components began in 1948.

Today, Meritor continues to set the pace for the industry with important new product innovations. In North America, the company has produced more than 10 million trailer axles offering more than 50 different axles for use in a broad range of trailer applications. Meritor’s comprehensive line up of sliding arm and fixed air suspensions for trailers target a wide range of customer require-

world-class aftermarket capabilities for construction equipment and other offhighway applications.”

At CTT 2013, Dana showcased the Spicer Model 114 planetary rigid axle for medium-sized front-end loaders, which provides excellent traction and reliable braking. Combining force with control, this axle reduces fuel consumption and improves performance.

The Spicer Model 114 axle includes a limitedslip differential lock with a 45-percent locking capacity, delivering excellent tractive force and nimble vehicle steering for frontend loader applications.

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“Meritor is pleased to be chosen as a standard supplier to Vantage Trailers, a company with a welldeserved reputation for building quality and long lasting trailers,” said Craig Frohock, Meritor General Manager of Aftermarket & Trailer for Meritor. “We believe the addition of Meritor value-added components will strengthen that reputation.”

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LNG-Powered MACK Pinnacle Model Showcased At ACT Expo Mack Trucks showcased its liquefied natural gas (LNG) powered MACK Pinnacle model to the transportation community during the Alternative Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo.

The on-highway tractor displayed at the show was built for UPS (NYSE: UPS), a global leader in logistics that offers a broad range of solutions

for the transportation of packages and freight.

UPS put the vehicle into test service in Greensboro, N.C., and the truck has been running two 350-400 mile shifts per day, hauling loads of up to 80,000 pounds with both single and double trailers. UPS has since placed an order for 122 additional units scheduled to be delivered

throughout the fourth quarter of 2013.

The Mack natural gas Pinnacle model is equipped with a Cummins Westport ISX12 G engine and offers maintenance-free after treatment meeting both EPA 2010 and CARB emissions standards. Four hundred horsepower and 1,450 lb.-ft of torque offer the perfect balance of power for LTL and regional haul applications, as well as fuel savings for customers. LNG currently costs 30-40 percent less than diesel based on a diesel gallon equivalent, enabling customers to receive a significant return on investment.

Pierce And Detroit Extend Exclusive Fire Service Relationship Detroit Diesel Corporation (Detroit) and Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE: OSK) company, recently announced a five-year extension of their fire service agree-

ment. Through 2018, the Detroit DD13 engine is available exclusively on Pierce’s complete line of custom fire and emergency vehicles.

Detroit developed a unique configuration of

Highlights: 2013 Alberta Truck Driving Championship This year’s much anticipated annual Alberta Truck Driving Championship (June 15, Griesebach Military Base, Edmonton) is being described as the “best ever” AMTA has hosted so far.

The well-managed and skilfully executed one-day event welcomed over 200 competitors, their supporters and families in addition to volunteers and spectators.

The finalists now form Team Alberta and compete at the nationals held in Abbotsford, BC later in the summer.

Highlights of this year’s

championship included: • impressive number of driver entries, • a comprehensive radio campaign, • dignitaries from Provincial Government, • media coverage, • generous support from our sponsors, Alberta’s Deputy Premier and Minister of Employment and Advanced Education Thomas Lukaszuk attended the competition where he witnessed the prowess of Alberta’s top drivers.

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Delphi Recognized Among Top Innovators With ‘Supplier Of The Year’ Award During the second Automotive Interior Expo Awards held on June 4 in Stuttgart, Germany, Delphi Automotive PLC (NYSE: DLPH) was named ‘Supplier of the

Year’ by an independent jury of 14 international automotive journalists who placed the company among the world’s top designers and innovators in the automotive interi-

its DD13 engine to meet Pierce Manufacturing’s specific cab, wheelbase and compartment space requirements. Ideal for fire and emergency applications, the lightweight DD13 combines Minister Sean Hammond also came out to congratulate competitors and tried his hand a truck driving using the simulator provided

by Gibson.

A multi-phased radio ad campaign was developed and broadcast in the Edmonton marketplace. The ads promoted the championship prior to it taking place, and followed up with thanks to competitors and sponsors.

Another exciting part of this year’s championship was a children’s colouring contest. Young people who came to watch the competition with their families flocked to the activity centre where they received grab bags and could submit an entry for the colouring contest. b ors arena.

The ‘Supplier of the Year’ award recognizes Delphi’s significant achievements over the past 12 months, including the development of breakthrough automotive interior technologies and key customer interior contract wins. b

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“Because ACT Expo is North America’s largest alternative fuel and clean vehicle technology show, we felt it was an important venue to demonstrate the purposeful design that makes our Mack Pinnacle a leading natural gas-powered highway truck in the market,” said Roy Horton, Mack Powertrain Product Marketing Manager. “We have a long-standing relationship with UPS on the diesel side, and we take great pride in the fact that they’ve turned to us for natural gas vehicles as well.”

Mack has been a leader in natural gas technol-

ogy development for more than two decades and has been offering natural gaspowered MACK TerraPro models since 2009. Mack plans to introduce a natural gas-powered version of the MACK Granite model as well. b

advanced technologies such as ACRS, an asymmetrical turbocharger and an integrated Jacobs engine brake to deliver a powerful and fuel-efficient performance.

“When it comes to selecting the right vehicle to meet the needs of their communities, Pierce customers expect nothing but the best, which includes key components such as the engine,” said Jim Johnson, Oshkosh Corporation Executive Vice President

and President, Fire & Emergency. “This extension of Pierce’s exclusive offering of the DD13 is important because of its proven track record for power, reliability and ultra-low emissions.”

The DD13 comes with BlueTec SCR emissions technology and Detroit’s exclusive after treatment system. The DD13 also meets 2013 OBD and 2014 Greenhouse Gas emissions regulations.

“Detroit and Pierce

Mack will begin production of the DME-powered MACK Pinnacle Axle Back model in 2015.

have been partners for more than 30 years, and we are pleased to extend our exclusive arrangement with them for five more years,” said Brad Williamson, Manager, Engine and Component Marketing for Daimler Trucks North America.

“The DD13 engine has the right combination of power, performance, efficiency and durability to meet the exacting demands of the fire and emergency services market.” b

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250-766-0078 or Cell 250-212-1448

new 2013 mac walking floor

NEW 2013 MAC WALKING FLOOR, 53' all aluminum, aluminum wheels, barn doors, cat walk, roll tarp, Keith floor, Michelin rubber. IN STOCK with great pricing and proven performance!

magnum trailer

1-888-830-1036 or 250-561-0646

1993 freightliner

$24,900 OBO

$249,900

REDUCED: This truck and lowbed was custom-built for loader/backhoe or mini excavators. '93 Freightliner with only 319,000 original km. Hydraulic PTO package to lower trailer for drive on/off loading. Email or phone for more pics & info. $24,900 OBO.

2014 M2 Freightliner, 250 Cummins, auto, 11R-22.5 rubber, c/w Hydrospade SA, 1,200 gal debris, 800 gal H2O, 900 Roots blower, Giant pump 6 GPM @ 4,000 psi, Hotsy 425 BTU boiler, 5" vac- 4" dig tube. Edmonton, AB. $249,900.

604-726-1651 or rgidluck@gmail.com

780-433-1467

call

1-800-661-3406

2014 kenworth crane body

2014 ford f550 4x4 19,500 gvwr

$146,980

hydro vacs unlimited

4x4 only 35,500 miles

$88,940

2014 Ford F550 4x4, 19,500 GVWR, new Stellar 11 ft. body, 5,000 lb crane, 60 cfm compressor, c/w drawers and shelving. $95,980.

2014 Ford F750 Hooklift, 260 hp Cummins, auto, hyd. brakes, 32,000 GVWR, 2014 Stellar hooklift, 26,000 lb capacity, 12 ft-18 ft bodies, 36" or 54". $88,940.

call darryl cameron

call darryl cameron

call darryl cameron

604-880-2181 or darrylcameron@hotmail.ca

New 2013 Hydrospade model 600 T/A, 60 hp Kubota, 900 CFM Roots blower, 600 gallon debris, 225 gallon H2O, 400,000 BTU heater, H2O is 6 GPM @ 4,000 psi, full open rear door, 7,000 lb axles, full year warranty. Edmonton, AB. $84,000.

780-433-1467

2014 Kenworth Crane body, new KW 370, PX9 350 hp, 10 speed, 33,000 GVWR, new Stellar 14 ft. body, 10,000 lb crane, 46 cfm compressor, c/w drawers and shelving. $146,980.

604-880-2181 or darrylcameron@hotmail.ca

$84,000

hydro vacs unlimited

2014 ford F750 hooklift

$95,980

1-888-830-1036 or 250-561-0646

604-880-2181 or darrylcameron@hotmail.ca

$44,900 1997 IHC 4x4 Digger Derrick DT 530, 275 HP, Allison auto, 212" WB, with Altec ALD854TR, pole grabber, jib, 2 spd digger, 24" auger, boom tip controls for man basket, 2 spd air shift transfer case, air shift F/A, only 34,604 orig. mi., mint shape, from CA. Asking only $44,900 with Alberta CVI.

corporate asset disposals 780-986-7547 or Cell 780-919-8714

duramax - only 159,500 kms

diesel/allison - only 29,081 kms

$46,900

trail king new 2014 tri axle trailers

$46,900

$89,000

2005 GMC 5500 4x4 Picker Truck, Duramax diesel, auto, air, tilt, cruise, power windows and locks, c/w big Hiab 060-3 picker, tool boxes each side, and 6 ft deck with 5th wheel hitch and electric brake controller, only 159,500 kms, well maintained unit with new rubber, asking $46,900.

2005 Freightliner bkt service truck, FS65, Mercedes dsl 275 hp, Allison auto, air brakes, 13' insul. heated & A/C van body, work bench/office, storage cab., air ride seats, rr cam, traffic ctrl arrows, rear roof mt insul. 35' man lift, 120V power, Onan 4kw gen set, only 29,081 kms.

Tilt deck and beavertail style. ABS brakes, LED lights, low pro tires. #1 in quality and engineering, designed for your heavy loads, tandem and tridem. Call for further info on stock and orders.

780-986-7547 or cell 780-919-8714

780-986-7547 or cell 780-919-8714

250-868-2178

corporate asset disposals

2012 midland sk3400x end dump

2006 tri-drive western star

corporate asset disposals

2000-2007 ford f-550 4x4

trans pacific trailer

475,000 kms, C15 Cat 550 hp, Jake, retarder, incredible hold back. 2006 Peerless triaxle trailer. Truck & trailer have all had the suspension bushings redone, new brakes linings, and tires are good condition. Truck and trailer are in great shape — just get in and go. $89,000.

yuros trucking ltd.

250-862-6964 or 250-470-2743

1997 ford l9000

2012 chevy 3500 16' cuBe van

$39,500 Used 18" hoop tarp & new 12" hoop tarp. Quarter frame style, BC inspection good to October 2013, sealed end gate. take over 39 lease payments.

2000-2007 Ford F-550 4x4 diesel, service mechanic trucks, dumps, crane, pickers trucks, tank trucks, flatdeck, cab/ chassis, etc. lots to choose from. Call for details. Delivery is available.

mugahaw holdings

kim's contracting ltd.

250-874-8234 or mugahawholdings@gmail.com 2012 gmc 3500

toll free 1-866-474-7285

2012 mitsuBishi fuso fe-180

1997 Ford L9000 with 2004 Bay-Lynx MC-18 Stone Slinger, N14 Cummins 460 hp, Jake, 15 spd trans., 46K Rockwell rears with 4-wheel lock-up, 20K front, auto greasing, new transmission & rear susp., runs & drives very nice. $39,500. Delivery available.

2012 Chevy 3500 16 ft Cube Van, dual rear wheel, 79 in inside height, aluminum walk ramp,translucent ceiling, 3/8" plywood lining with 2 rows of tie bars, walk through door.

toll free 1-866-474-7285

604-941-6241 or cdowall@delequipment.com

kim's contracting ltd.

2007 freightliner m2-106

del eQuipment

2012 f-550 xl 4x4 plow truck

$179,900 2012 GMC 3500, Single rear wheel, gas, 2 wheel drive, Unicell Aerocell SRW.

2012 Mitsubishi Fuso FE-180, diesel 4P10(T5) dual overhead cam engine, automatic transimission, 4x2 SL-145 Swaploader, 12ft long x 4ft high wall bin.

del eQuipment

del eQuipment

604-941-6241 or cdowall@delequipment.com 2012 gm 3500 srw

604-941-6241 or kklein@delequipment.com 2012 gm 3500 servicell

2007 Freightliner M2-106, Mercedes-Benz Diesel Engine, Standard, 155,000 km, Effer 310-6S Rear Mount Knuckle boom crane w/Scanreco wireless remote control, 24' Wood deck, Kinshoffer pallet attachment, winch, 360° stability chart. $179,900

S/S 9' dump body, 24" alum. back pack with S/S doors, Cirus “Black-Tip” dual joystick controller for hoist & plow functions, E-Z Spread 3 chan elect. spreader controller, Compact tank/valve encl., 4 yard3 Swenson 9' MDV S/S sander, Arctic 9' hyd. plow with galvanized frame.

604-941-6241 or cdowall@delequipment.com

604-941-6241 or cdowall@delequipment.com

del eQuipment

autocrane cranes!

del eQuipment

2012 f-550 xlt

$price 2012 GM 3500 SRW, gas, 2 wheel drive, 12ft long Unicell CW (City Wide) body. Payload of up to 3,500lbs and a capacity of up to 500 cubic feet!

del eQuipment

604-941-6241 or cdowall@delequipment.com

2012 GM 3500 Servicell, gas, single rear wheel, fiberglass body, 6 compartments, horizontal compartment accessible from inside, translucent ceiling, rear barn doors, ladder rack with removable rear access ladder, tow hitch, walk-thru door.

We stock Autocrane cranes! We have Econo-tons, 3203EHs, 4004EHs and 5005EHs in stock ready for immediate delivery.

2012 F-550 XLT, 6.7L Diesel, 4X4, 11ft Mechanics Aluminum service body, VMAC VR 70 Air compressor, Autocrane 5005EH, Sliding telescopic roof.

604-941-6241 or cdowall@delequipment.com

del eQuipment

604-941-6241 or cdowall@delequipment.com

del eQuipment

del eQuipment

604-941-6241 or cdowall@delequipment.com

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in stock 2014 cross country tridem tilt

2006 trail king tridem live Bottom

Brand new cranes in stock now

2013 kenworth t800

$119,900 Tridem, air tilt, air ramps, fir floor, toolbox, 2 speed landing gear, adjustable pintle hitch, 235/75R17.5 radials. Call for further information.

Tridem air ride, 11R22.5 on aluminum wheels, 3/8 x 36" 2 ply continuous belt, electric tarp, 2 speed landing gear, aluminum sheeting non-insulated, Aubern generator, LED lights, low mileage unit. Call for further information.

"Built right to be tough on the job not… on your wallet."

30, 46, 63 ton. Factory Scanreco remote, 52 feet reach, continuous rotation, 1 year warranty. We can install or find you the right truck. Used trucks and cranes in stock now.

Overstocked on new 2013 Kenworth T800s. Cummins ISX15, 18 spd, 14.6K front axle, S40s rear axle, 38" sleeper, drop axle, s/n 958187. Available with drop axle removed. $119,900.

manac western

manac western

canada cranes - vancouver, Bc

greatwest kenworth

604-888-4188

604-888-4188

604-533-3030

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4X4

2006 Ford F550 4x4. Powerstroke diesel, automatic, 17,950# gvwr, 12’ flatbed, LOW MILES!! Other flatbeds available.

(2) 1998 Freightliner FLD128 T/A Dump Trucks, 418 Cummins, 13 spd, PS, AC, AMFM, Jake, Hend. Susp, 15’ dump, ex-government trucks, LOW MILES!

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2005 F450 4x4 extended cab, 9’ service body, material rack, Limited slip diff, LOW MILES!!

SUPER NICE TRUCK!!

(11) 2006 Ford F550 4x4, Powerstroke, auto, 2,200# crane, air compressor, Miller welder, (3) lube tanks, grease keg, waste oil system, LOW Miles!

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(1) 92 Intl 4900 & (87) Intl S1900, diesel eng & std trans, PS, AB, Fleet fuel trucks, 1,000 gal. non spec diesel & 500 gal DOT spec alum. Gas tank, duel pump systems, Oil & Antifreeze tanks, EX Utility Co unit with LOW Miles!

6X6

1999 Sterling LT8500, 6x6 ROLLBACK, 3126330hp, auto trans, walking beam, locker diffs, 24’ Jerrdan rollback, winch, EX GOVT Unit, LOW MILES .

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TRUC

(1) 92 Intl 4800 4x4, diesel, automatic, dual cmpt & fuel system, & (3) 4x2 with single compt, pump, meter & hose reel, Stainless steel tanks, EX GOVT low mileage units.

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ROLLO

1999 Autocar rolloff, 3306-305hp, Auto trans, 66,000# gvwr, LOCKER diffs, T ride susp, Continuous chain rolloff unit, 21’ rails, tarp system, EX MUNICIPAL UNIT!!

INCH

RUCK

RT WATE

1992 Ford L9000, N14-330 hp, 10 speed deepreduction, 18K#, 40K# rear, walking beams, 4000 gallon water system with Aux. powered pump, LOW MILES

1997 Volvo/White WG64 T/A Dump Trk, Cummins M11/330E, Allison auto, PS, AC, Jake, 16K FA, 40K Rears, Hendrickson Susp., 15’ dump body, only 81,000 Total Miles.

(2) 2004 Freightliner FL112 6x6, C12380hp,18 spd, HEAVY SPECS, LOCKERS, Chalmer susp, AC, 11 yard dump, HI Lift gate, EX Utility Co Trucks VERY LOW MILES

PRES

1997 Freightliner FL112, T/A Dump, Cummins M11, 37 hp, Allison Auto, PS, AC, AM-FM, Jake, 16’ dump, Lift Axle, LOW MILES, EX-MUNICIPAL TRUCK.

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HYDR

1997 Volvo, Series 60-430hp, 13 speed, Heavy spec, Vaccon combo jet/vac unit, 10 yard, JD aux. diesel, 1,000 gal. fresh water, HYDRO EXC. Package, 50 gpm @ 3K psi, EX GOVT unit

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DIGG

1991 Intl S2674, L10-9spd, Heavy spec, Texoma 330-15. V8 gas engine, pole setter, take up winch, LOW Hours!

BASIN

2008-2009 Sterlings w/Amrep roll-off bodies, Call for Specs and prices

2001 Sterling, ISC-275hp, auto trans, Camel 200- 10 yard dumping body, PD blower, 16 gpm water pump, Air purge, decant pump off system, LOW MILES!!

4X4

(1) 2000 Intl S2574, ISM-288hp, jakes, 4x4, 13 speed, Locker diff, dbl frame, tow package, 5 yard dump, LOW MILES- EX GOVT unit

PUP R

1997 Freightliner FL112, M11-370hp, Auto trans, RETARDER, 64K# gvwr, drop axle, Chalmers susp, 15.5’ dump, asphalt gates, tow package,PUP ready, EX GOVT unit!! LOW MILES!

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1999 Kenworth T800, 3406- 435hp, retarder, 8LL, 64K# gvwr, walking beams, AC, 10 yard dump, (2) asph gates, tarp syst.

PLUMBED for pup, EX CITY TRUCK LOW MILES!!

6X6

2007 Volvo 2007 Volvo, V12-465hp, jakes, 8LL-Autoshift, 20K# front, 46K# rear, T ride susp, 240” wheelbase, Loaded, WET KIT- Only 181K miles

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1985 Mack RM686s 6x6, ECS 350, engine brake, 15 speed, 2 spd t/c, 1100’ of 3/4” cable, 11020# rated, flatbed, LOW MILES

HEAVY

2001 Sterling Lt7500, 6x6 CREWCAB, 3126-330 hp, 6 spd, walking beams, 2 spd transfercase, 20’ flatbed, EX GOVT Unit LOW MILES!!

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2006 Sterling, C13-430hp, jakes, 10spd, Lockers, air ride, 261K miles, 2007 Traileze 48’ x 102”, hyd. Front ramp, winch , double drop, load gauge, air ride-NICE PACKAGE!

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2014 Wilson Quad Flats - in stock now

New Trout River Shuttle Floor - in stock now

2009 Dakota hopper, tridem, aluminum wheels, like new. $39,500.

1999 Utility Tandem reefer, with 5,500 lb rail gate, excellent town delivery.

2004 Utility 28' reefer pup, single axle spring ride. Food service special. $10,900.

2003 Utility food service special with a rail gate. $POR.

Rare 2 side doors, grocery floor, roll door, 2 coldwalls. $16,700.

2003 Manac tandem dry van, air ride, translucent roof. $POR.

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