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    Emissions System Exorcist
    Diagnostic & Repair

    Aftertreatment exorcisms made easy

    Gregg Wartgow
    Oct. 31, 2023
    Some issues in the aftertreatment system can make it seem like it's possessed. With the right troubleshooting techniques and regular DPF cleanings, you can exorcise those DTCs...
    Alex Keenan │Fleet Maintenance
    Graber finds it exhilarating to look back on his excitement at earning his first $10,000 from his business. “Now, I can do $10,000 by noon.”
    Shop Operations

    Shop profile: Graber's Diesel Repair carries on a legacy

    Alex Keenan
    Oct. 19, 2023
    Wyoming shop owner Jon Graber has grown his business from a single mobile service truck to two locations by focusing on his customers and employees.
    Rush Enterprises | Fossum Studios
    A Rush technician trying to diagnose his way to the top spot in at the 2022 Rush Rodeo.
    Employees & Training

    Maintenance Kombat: Tackling the tech shortage with skills competitions

    John Hitch
    Oct. 19, 2023
    In a competitive market for technicians, internal competitions have proven a great tool for recruiting, training, and retention.
    John Hitch | Fleet Maintenance
    Fleet Maintenance Shop Gamification
    Shop Operations

    Game On: Gamifying the shop

    John Hitch
    Oct. 18, 2023
    Gamification can be the power boost shops need to reach higher scores in efficiency and productivity, while making work a little more fun, too.
    11537802 | Javarman | Dreamstime
    11537802 Javarman Dreamstime Winter Truck
    Equipment

    Preparation pays: Winterizing best practices

    Seth Skydel
    Oct. 16, 2023
    Cold, ice, and snow can cause serious problems if you’re not prepared.

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    Tectran Manufacturing
    Tectran 3 In 1 Airpower Lines
    Chassis, Body & Cab

    3-in-One ABS AirPower Lines

    Tectran Manufacturing
    Sept. 26, 2023
    Features grips, plug sleeves, and flexibility
    TWK
    Inclination Sensor Nbt s3 Sil2 p Ld
    Safety & Technology

    Inclination sensor NBT/S3 SIL2/PLd

    TWK
    Sept. 25, 2023
    Measures inclination with MEMS sensors
    Dana Incorporated
    Dana80 Jm 7
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    Renewable Lubricants
    Bio Ultimax 1000 Hydraulic Fulid
    Fluids & Chemicals

    Bio-Ultimax 1000 Hydraulic Fluid

    Renewable Lubricants
    Sept. 25, 2023
    Vegetable-based formula that replaces mineral oil
    Eaton Corporation
    Eaton Stamped Battery Terminals
    Chassis, Body & Cab

    Stamped Battery Terminals

    Eaton Corporation
    Sept. 25, 2023
    Provides greater energy cycling performance and weight savings
    Isaac Instruments
    Isaac In View Series 2 Reliable Forward Facing Camera
    Chassis, Body & Cab

    InView camera system

    Isaac Instruments
    Sept. 25, 2023
    A turn-key integrated camera solution
    Bison
    ROTRON Transportation Sealless Pumps and Brushless DC Motors by Bison
    Home

    ROTRON Transportation Sealless Pumps and Brushless DC Motors

    Bison AMETEK
    Sept. 25, 2023
    Has no wet seal to wear out or replace
    Fronius
    The WeldCube Navigator software by Fronius is a digital welding sequence plan available for TPS/i that guides the welder precisely and safely through tasks.
    Tools

    WeldCube Navigator

    Fronius Perfect Welding
    Sept. 20, 2023
    Automatically selects predefined welding parameters
    Keen Utility
    Keen Arvada Work Sneaker
    Shop Safety

    Men's Arvada Work Sneaker

    Keen Utility
    Sept. 20, 2023
    Features a carbon-fiber toe
    Milwaukee Tool
    M18 FUEL 1/2' High Torque Impact Wrench with Friction Ring, no. 2767
    Tools

    M18 FUEL 1/2" High Torque Impact Wrench with Friction Ring

    Milwaukee Tool
    Sept. 20, 2023
    Delivers 1,000 ft-lbs of fastening torque and 1400 ft-lbs of nut-busting torque
    Norco Industries
    Norco Clutch Jack
    Milwaukee Tool
    M12 Fuel Insider Extended Reach Box Ratchet
    Fronius Perfect Welding
    Exento HighVac by Fronius
    Shop Equipment

    Exento HighVac

    Fronius Perfect Welding
    Sept. 20, 2023
    Removes fumes and dust
    Jenny Products
    Line_of_Single_Stage_Air_Compressors
    Lucas Oil
    Edr700 Lucas
    Shop Equipment

    EDR 700 diesel injector calibration robot

    Lucas Oil
    Sept. 20, 2023
    Enables precise automatic adjustment
    EarthSafe
    Flashdry Hero W5 L 600x556
    Fluids & Chemicals

    FlashDry Coir Absorbent

    EarthSafe
    Sept. 20, 2023
    Works for chemicals, biohazards, and hydrocarbons
    Optronics International
    Mcl16 T Marker clearance Lights
    Oil Eater
    Oil Eater Overnight Stain Remover
    Fluids & Chemicals

    Oil Eater Overnight Stain Remover

    Kafko International
    Sept. 19, 2023
    Penetrates ground surfaces to target oil and grease carbons
    Induction Innovations
    Inductor Max High Performance Induction Heating System
    Shop Equipment

    Inductor Max

    Induction Innovations
    Sept. 18, 2023
    Uses high frequency magnetic fields, not open flame
    Cummins
    Cummins' fuel-agnostic 15L engine platform
    Powertrain

    Cummins' fuel-agnostic 15L engine platform

    Cummins Inc.
    Sept. 14, 2023
    Specifically tailored for hydrogen, natural gas, diesel, and biofuels
    Mazda Toyota Manufacturing
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    Tools

    Ottobock Shoulder exoskeleton

    Ottobock
    Aug. 28, 2023
    Feels like a natural extension of the body
    Milwaukee Jacket Softshell Bibb 64ad8eeba9a39
    Tools

    FREEFLEX Workwear

    Milwaukee Tool
    Aug. 23, 2023
    Stretchy and flexible clothing
    Ingersoll Rand
    Ingersoll Rand D5241 IQV20 Hammer Drill
    Tools

    D5241 IQV20 Hammer Drill

    Ingersoll Rand Inc.
    July 29, 2023
    Eliminates bit slip while drilling through almost any material
    5 1 23 Cordless Compact 38 Impact Wrench Ingersoll Rand Copy
    Oni Tools Fuel System Priming Pump
    Shop Equipment

    Fuel System Priming Pump

    Oni Tools
    March 23, 2023
    Features a dual-chamber design