Equipment

Wabash National Corp. has been awarded the 2011 Customer Excellence Award from Pressure Systems International (PSI). The presentation of the award, a hand-crafted replica of a Wabash Trailer, was made by Frank Sonzala, executive vice president for PSI and Steve Robinson, PSI’s director of OEM sales and dealer programs. Dick Giromini, president & COO, and Steve Miller, vice president supply chain management for Wabash National, accepted the award....More

To help minimize downtown for drivers, Kenworth PremierCare ExpressLube service is now available with a one-hour wait at participating Kenworth dealers in the U.S. and Canada. The service offers a four-filter oil change, complete chassis lube and 20-point vehicle inspection. The inspection includes a check of belts, hoses, tires, wheels, springs, U-bolts, bushings, shocks, brake lining and components, exhaust system mounting, fluid levels, instrument gauges, lights, reflectors, glass, mirrors and horns....More

JOPLIN, MO. Work is getting underway to develop the new PC-11 classification of engine oil for on-highway trucks, with eight meetings scheduled among lubricant makers this year in order to ensure testing procedures are locked down and ready to commence by the end of 2013....More

A new rear-mount PTO from Parker Chelsea is said to eliminate clearance issues while providing high torque ratings. The Chelsea 511 Series PTO includes a coaxial designed rear-mount PTO with compact housing. High capacity bearings and gear designs provide torque ratings up to 590 lbs.-ft..or 800 Nm, the company said....More

Using an advanced formulation, Tire Lyna sealant can safely seal tire punctures up to ½ in. in thickness, helping reduce downtime and tire repair costs, said the company. Tire Lyna is applied to the inside of a tire to protect the liner against heat and oxidation, thereby slowing down the degradation process. It also helps maintain proper tire inflation pressure, and prevents and corrects punctures, Tire Lyna said....More