Monday, September 28, 2020

Switch-N-Go® - Interchangeable Work Truck Body Solution | WorkReady Subframe


Switch-N-Go Product Sales Specialist Gabe Greathouse talks to National Ford Truck Club President Joe Hughes about the Switch-N-Go interchangeable truck body solution. Gabe shows the new WorkReady Subframe body which allows users to expand their fleet and services by quickly installing specialized equipment onto an engineered platform. The unique design of the WorkReady Subframe includes front and rear legs that allow operators to roll the body off to a "standing" position. Popular uses of the WorkReady subframe include salt spreaders, liquid applicators, landscaping sprayers, and more. 

Friday, September 25, 2020

Tree Ranger Tool Box Double Lock Security Demonstration


Sam with Enoven Truck Body shows how the new chipper body line called the Tree Ranger from Enoven has a standard double locking security system.  See more at http://www.enoven.com

Tuesday, September 22, 2020

Switch-N-Go® - Interchangeable Work Truck Body Solution


Switch-N-Go Product Sales Specialist Gabe Greathouse talks to National Ford Truck Club President Joe Hughes about the Switch-N-Go interchangeable truck body solution. Gabe shows the various resources available on SwitchNGo.com to find your local authorized dealer as well as Switch-N-Go upfitted work trucks available nationwide.

Saturday, September 19, 2020

Introducing The Tree Ranger Chipper Body - Enoven Truck body


Sam with Enoven Truck Body shows off the new line of chipper bodies from Enoven called the Tree Ranger.  This is a 12 ft unit that is fully spec'd with all the essential features for your tree service needs.  See more at http://www.enoven.com

Thursday, September 17, 2020

Switch-N-Go® - Interchangeable Work Truck Body Solution | Do More with Less


See all the advantages and savings on how to do more with Switch-N-Go Interchangeable Truck Bodies while using less single-use trucks.

For nearly 20 years, Switch-N-Go® has been providing the interchangeable work truck body solution. Switch-N-Go® offers service-proven hoist systems as well as a fleet of truck bodies and work-ready subframes. Discover more about how the Switch-N-Go® solution is an ideal fit for businesses that want to increase productivity while reducing fleet expenses. 

Monday, September 14, 2020

Tree Ranger Chipper Bodies by Enoven

 

Built to meet the needs of the most demanding tree care & forestry professional.

This Chipper Body commands attention with its robust 7ga steel floor and 10ga V-crimped smooth steel siding. The crossbody front toolbox, internal pole saw box, and easy-to-use under-body hoist provide extreme functionality.

As with all Enoven heavy-duty products, the Tree Ranger is available in several models:

  • ETR‐99666: 9’6” L X 66” INSIDE HEIGHT (60” C/A)
  • ETR‐1266: 12’ L X 66” INSIDE HEIGHT (84” C/A)
  • ETR‐13666: 13’6” L X 66” INSIDE HEIGHT (108” C/A)
  • ETR‐1472: 14’ L X 72” INSIDE HEIGHT (120” C/A)
  • ETR‐1672: 16’ L X 72” INSIDE HEIGHT (144” C/A)
See more at Enoven.com

Friday, September 11, 2020

We Built Them A Truck | Built for America | Ford


Americans needed a vehicle worthy of what they can do. So we built them a truck. Learn more about the Built for America here: https://ford.to/31H2xGy

Wednesday, September 9, 2020

10 ways to improve diesel efficiency

Ten lessons learned during NACFE’s 2017 Run on Less event 
prove what fleets can do to improve its miles per gallon.

Diesel Fuel Station Vitpho Dreamstime

In all of the excitement about developments in electric trucks, I want to make sure we don’t lose sight of the necessary work of improving the efficiency of diesel-powered vehicles. They will make up the majority of the new truck production for a while.

As many of you may recall, in 2017 during NACFE’s first Run on Less, seven drivers achieved an average 10 MPG over a three-week period. Remember that was the average of all seven trucks over the 17 days (99 truck-days) with four truck-days reaching between 12.5 and 13.0 MPG.

Since that event, we are hearing more fleets and drivers talk about striving to reach 10 MPG consistently. As we analyzed the data from the Run we came up with what we called 10 Actions to Achieve 10+ MPG.

Whenever I am asked about what one thing can make a difference in improving MPG, I always refer to our 10 Actions graphic. The truth is there is no one thing that will get a fleet to 10 MPG. Each fleet has different operating conditions, duty cycles and challenges. And each fleet is at a different point on its path to better MPG.

It’s been awhile since I talked about the 10 Actions, so I hope you won't mind if I do so now. I figure a little refresher is always a good thing.

In no particular order, here are the 10 lessons we learned about improving MPG from Run on Less 2017.

  • Use downsped powertrains and AMTs: AMTs enable downspeeding but be aware that the most aggressive downspeeding is best suited for applications with high average speeds and a low amount of starts and stops. 
  • Educate and incent drivers: The driver is one of the key elements to success in achieving high MPG. Hire drivers that are already committed to driving in a fuel-efficient manner or train existing drivers about how to save fuel. Enlist the aid of drivers who are getting excellent MPG to share their tips and secrets with other drivers and to talk about why good MPG matters. 
  • Buy all available tractor aerodynamics: Manufacturers have worked hard to improve the aerodynamic efficiency of their base models but adding all available sleeper tractor aerodynamic devices has proven to have a high ROI in line-haul applications. 
  • Adopt appropriate trailer aerodynamics: Look at trailer aerodynamics in three key areas — side, rear and front. Invest in those that are most appropriate depending on the characteristics of your duty cycles. 
  • Optimize cruise control and vehicle speed: Engine parameter settings are your friends. Use them wisely to optimize for fuel efficiency. And remember to review them periodically or as your operation changes. Tweak as needed. 
  • Keep equipment well maintained: Solid maintenance practices ensure vehicles run as intended and play a role in improving fuel efficiency. 
  • Implement the right axle configuration: Use the correct axle specification for the job depending on payload, speed, maneuverability and fleet practices related to tire management. 
  • Embrace low rolling resistance tires: Low rolling resistance tires are one key element to achieving high MPG but be sure to make tire selection based on application and region. 
  • Provide tools to reduce idle time: The truck should be shut off whenever possible, but drivers need to be comfortable and have access to creature comforts as well. Technology and engine parameters can help you achieve both goals. 
  • Build a culture of methodically choosing technologies: Make sure you have a process in place to vet technologies that can increase fuel economy. It is imperative that you understand the performance they can achieve and their payback or ROI. 
These 10 actions taken together or separately can help you boost the MPG of your existing diesel-powered vehicles — and all of these, except for number 1, will be just as important on electric trucks. Together, they will help increase the range of electric trucks by 30% or 40%.


Monday, September 7, 2020

Thursday, September 3, 2020

Venco Venturo- - Over 50 Years


Venco Venturo Industries LLC has created a specialized line of high-caliber cranes and hoists for over 50 years and is known throughout the industry as one of the founding members of the NTEA. Our products are rugged, reliable, made in America, and built to last. Venco Venturo’s quality craftsmanship is backed by straight talk, real expertise, and superior customer service. We offer cranes and hoists for building supply, construction, public works, mining, railroad, oil/gas, propane markets and much more. Venco Venturo promises you:

Rugged designs Reliable performance Real expertise

Learn more at:
http://venturo.com/

Tuesday, September 1, 2020

Premier Extended Life Latch - Your Ally Against Corrosion


Extended Life latch option



EL is our Extended Life latch option and your partner to fight the war on corrosion for our 2000 series couplings / pintle hitches.

Available with models: 335NTEL, 820ELA, 2200, 2300, 2400, 2400H and 2880. In addition, a Low Profile Lever option (ELL) is available with the 2200 model only.


DESIGN SPECIFIC
This unique latch was engineered to deliver lubrication in a new way to your latch component parts.

DIRECT INJECT

The EL design provides a direct injection of lubrication to the latch pivot points.


INCREASED PERFORMANCE
The result is smooth, consistent latch performance over an extended period of time.