May 2017

Key considerations when purchasing trailer refrigeration units.

Suggestions for an effective transport refrigeration unit maintenance program.

Developments that fleets say are affecting their business.

A look into corrosion on trailers and measures to deal with it.

Recommendations for improving your time management skills.

Primary things to be aware of.

A key to diagnosing a refrigeration system’s performance.

Some maintenance must-dos.

The importance of establishing an “island of excellence” to improve asset reliability.

The Ullman Devices SMD Clamp Work Light, No. CL-6SMD, features a durable dual injection grip clamp with a soft grip, 3" clamping jaw. The light features 0.5W SMD LEDs and offers...

Luber-finer's Extreme Clean HD Filters trap contaminants, allergens and odors. The air filters use carbon activation to remove up to 98 percent of bacteria, dust, pollen, mold...

The A.R.E. Accessories DCU Max Truck Cap is designed for harsh work conditions. The truck cap is designed to provide durable storage for commercial on- and off-road use. The DCU...

The Cooper Tire & Rubber Company Roadmaster RM180+(EM) SmartWay Tire is now available in load range H for tire sizes 11R22.5 and 11R24.5. The RM180+(EM) is designed for long haul...

Transfer Flow's 60-gal Replacement Fuel Tank for the 2017 Ford F-250, F-350 and F-450 Super Duty short bed, crew cab diesel trucks nearly doubles the original usable fuel capacity...

The Commercial Vehicle Group Captain Lo and Ensign Lo Seats offer a low seating position for vehicles that possess a non-flat floor under the seating area. The Captain low seat...

The Penske Fleet Mobile App helps users manage their vehicles and find services. The app allows users to view real-time fuel prices; review a detailed 90-day history of vehicle...

The OEMTools Digital Battery Analyzer, No. 24369, is a portable battery starting and charging system analyzer. This analyzer provides a voltage range of 1.5 to 15V DC with a battery...

The VIS 6" Flapwheels are designed for the VIS-Polish Robotic Wheel polisher. These flapwheels offer an injection molded hub, a flapwheel securement ring, a new type of sanding...

The CRKT Homefront knife features "Field Strip" technology. This in-field, no-tool take apart capability allows users to clean off grime without returning to their workbench, ...

The Powerbuilt Ratcheting Single and Dual Piston Caliper Tool from Alltrade Tools features a ratcheting caliper spreader equipped with 2-pc steel plates (4-5/8” length by 2-3/...

The Legacy Manufacturing Flexzilla 20V Cordless Grease Gun, No. L1388LFZ, features a 42" grease hose with extreme flexibility in subzero conditions. Rapid Reload technology allows...

LIFT-Connect Pro Inspector Software - Lift Inspections, from Global Commerce Connection LLC, is designed specifically for the lift inspector. LCP Inspector allows for a streamlined...

The NEXIQ Blue-Link Mini enables users to employ either iOS or Android smartphone or tablet devices to communicate with commercial motor vehicles for quick access to vehicle information...

The National Rivet & Manufacturing Company Rivet Setters, Nos. 800 and 1000, feature a top-pin compensator designed to provide consistent rivet sets and eliminate cracked brake...

The Premier Pits Prefabricated Pits offer lower installation and maintenance costs, improved efficiency and better working conditions for staff, according to the company. The ...

The Bear Edge Manual Folding Pocket Knife, No. 61102, is designed to be both functional and affordable. This knife features a 440 stainless steel blade that opens quickly using...

Galeton's Palomino Meshback Pigskin Drivers Gloves, No. 12755, feature ventilated mesh to keep hands cooler and drier during hot weather, keystone thumbs for better mobility and...

The 6700-DCE Series Electric Palm Sander/Polisher from AIRCAT has three speed settings of 10,000, 7,000, and 4,000 rpm allowing for sanding, compounding and polishing. The 6700...

Pirelli's TG85 On/Off Road Drive Tire is designed for mixed use vehicles used mainly in the drive position. The tread design features shoulder blocks and a massive central rib...

The ProLine Topper King is designed to provide a fast, easy and safe way for one person to perform the installation or removal of a topper. The Topper King is designed to be used...

ProLine's Motor City Lift King is a fast, easy and safe way to remove or install a pickup box, topper, car or truck door or semi hood, the company says. This product is designed...

The Sunex 8" Adjustable Ratcheting Wrench, No. 9610, features a patented ratcheting design that grips fasteners without needing readjustments, according to the company. The thumb...

The LuMax HandyLuber 12V Cordless Grease Gun offers an ergonomic design and is constructed for durability. It has a maximum operating pressure of 7,000 psi and high flow rate ...

The Cal-Van Tools 12-point Metric Axle Nut Socket Set, No. 976, features eight heavy duty metric sockets that fit axle nuts and automatic transmission tail output shafts on Toyota...

The AllStart IonSlim 12000 Power Bank, No. 583, is a portable power travel companion for keeping smartphones, tablets and other devices charged while on the go. The slim Lithium...

The M7 Air Angle Impact Ratchet is available in 3/8” or 1/2” drives and features 250 ft/lbs max torque. The tool has forward and reverse ring control. It includes a composite ...

The Big Truck Tire Step from Unique Truck Equipment allows a driver or mechanic to safely stand on top of the tire. The patented design provides a safe means for performing engine...

The Curt Manufacturing Multi-fit Trailer Hitches, Nos. 13902 an 13903, fit nearly every full-size pickup, including Chevy, Ford, GMC, Dodge and Ram from 1999 to 2017, according...

The Hennessy Coats 80X Tire Changer offers a number of advanced features to operate in high-speed tire shops. The hand-actuated bead loosener offers point-of-use controls to the...

The Bosch HPT 500 High-Pressure Diagnostic Leak Tester offers high-pressure leak detection for heavy duty vehicles and turbo charged passenger cars. The HPT 500 delivers leak ...

IPA's Diesel-Fuel Injection Cleaner and Primer, No. 9080, allows technicians to fill the fuel tank reservoir with a fuel system cleaning fluid and clean fuel injectors. It also...

The Ansell ActivArmr Heavy Duty Laborer Glove, No. 97-003, offers up to six times more cut protection than standard leather gloves, according to the company. The gel palm pads...

The XL Specialized Trailers MFG Mini-Deck offers drivers a low deck height for taller loads and a galvanized finish for added durability. The trailers are available in capacities...

Weego's Jump Starter 66 jump starts gas engines up to 10L and diesel engines up to 5L. The 66 fast charges phones, tablets and laptops, powers 12V accessories and features a tactical...

The Honeywell Uvex Hydroshield is an anti-fog lens coating now available on the Uvex Flex Seal Goggle in clear lens and the Uvex Stealth OTG in clear, gray and amber lenses. Uvex...

The Maintainer Corporation Lube Skid features a new aluminum air manifold for pump operation and four 55-gal composite tanks -- three for oil and one for waste oil. The Lube Skid...

Snap-on's 40" Shop Cart, No. KRSC430, features a sliding lid with two new drawers to offer three levels of multi-purpose use. The cart allows technicians to work from the lid,...

The Red Kap Lightweight Crew Pants and Shorts are designed to keep workers cool without sacrificing strength. They are made from breathable yet durable ripstop fabric with Touchtex...

The Blackmer Ebsray RC40 Series Regenerative Turbine Pump is designed for liquefied gas applications including LPG, Autogas, DME, aerosols, industrial refrigerants and liquid ...

The CTA Tools VibroShock is designed to remove frozen or rusted screws, nuts, bolts or plugs without damage. VibroShock generates axial vibration with controlled torque to release...

The Snap-on Wireless Battery System Tester, No. EECS550, allows technicians the freedom to maneuver around a vehicle with the main module communicating via Bluetooth to the monitoring...

The Mi-T-M Work Pro Series of Air Compressors feature easy-to-use components and can power everything from impact wrenches to drills to nail guns, according to the company. The...

The Aircat Pneumatic 1/2" and 3/8" Compact Impact Wrenches, Nos. 1057-TH and 1077-TH, are designed to improve access in confined work areas. This series weighs 2.8 lbs and is ...

Georgia Boot's Amplitude offers comfort features and durability, according to the company. The Amplitude collection offers full-grain leather uppers, a high performance interior...

Royal Purple's Syndraulic Fluid 32-46-68 is a clean hydraulic fluid designed to increase hydraulic system reliability and longevity. Syndraulic can lower operating temperatures...

The Cat Pocket Pen Light, No. CT2210, offers a slim, compact design. The high-power LED generates 100 lm of light output. The light is water- and impact-resistant, and is constructed...

Galeton's P-Flex Nitrile 3/4 Coated Gloves feature a foamed nitrile palm palm coating that provides grip for both dry and oily surfaces. The palm, fingers and back of knuckles...

The Cognex Corporation In-Sight VC200 series provides performance and reliability in multi-camera vision applications. The series includes a fully customizable, web-enabled HMI...