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Articlesby Jim ParkFebruary 25, 2016

Erb Group Takes Safety to a New Level

To improve the safety of its reefer technicians, Erb asked its maintenance staff what would be the best solution. Input from the staff resulted in a custom-designed and manufactured mobile work platform.

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Articlesby Deborah LockridgeFebruary 16, 2016

The Modern Maintenance Manager: Managing Today's Technicians

With trucks turning into sophisticated equipment resembling computers on wheels, plus increasing emphasis on uptime, controlling costs, and safety and compliance, today’s technicians need to know how to do much more than turn a wrench.

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Articlesby Denise RondiniJanuary 25, 2016

Efforts Under Way to Get More Training to Independent Garages

Component suppliers and others are making moves to ensure technicians at independent repair garages are well trained.

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Articlesby Denise RondiniJanuary 21, 2016

8 Ways to Make Outsourcing Work For You

Many fleets have tried outsourcing, only to bring their maintenance and repair work back in house because of negative experiences. But that doesn’t have to be the case.

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NewsJanuary 7, 2016

Penske Opens Massachusetts Rental, Leasing, Maintenance Facility

Penske Truck Leasing has announced the opening of a new 14,400 square-foot, state-of-the-art facility in Norton, Mass.

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Articlesby Jim ParkDecember 21, 2015

Reduce Your Maintenance Burden With Air Disc Brakes

When you look at the reduced and simplified maintenance requirements of air disc brakes, better stopping power becomes the icing on the cake.

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Newsby Tom BergDecember 16, 2015

Preventive Maintenance Can Improve Fuel Economy, Report Says

Research found fleets that saw MPG gains of 5% to 10% with rigorous PMs, Trucking Efficiency's confidence report says.

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Articlesby Tom BergNovember 25, 2015

4 Suspension Maintenance Items You Might Overlook

These complex mechanisms cushion the truck, load and driver, but too often are victims of neglect.

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ProductsNovember 6, 2015

Lanyard Keeps Tools Secure and Close

Werner’s 15-pound Tool Lanyard was designed to hold heavier tools when working high up, protecting them from fall damage and doubling duty as a safety measure for property and crews working below.

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NewsOctober 29, 2015

Purcell Relocates Albuquerque Tire Service Center to New Facility

The Purcell Tire and Service Center in Albuquerque, N.M., has moved its location to a new larger facility to provide its staff with additional space to accommodate customers.

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