Alternative-fuel vehicles take center stage at conference and expo
While fuel prices may have fallen in recent months, interest in alternative-fuel vehicles and technologies has not....
Banner year for electric-vehicle maker
Global Electric Motorcars has reason to celebrate, according to GEM President and Chief Operating Officer Rick Kasper....
Birthday No. 40 for Case skid-steer loaders
This is the year that Case Construction Equipment celebrates 40 years of manufacturing skid-steer loaders....
Truck maker surpasses truck-assembly milestone
Peterbilt Motors celebrated a major milestone at the company's Denton, Texas, manufacturing facility with the completion of its 300,000th production truck....
APWA launches computer-based testing for certifications
The American Public Works Association (APWA) recently launched computer-based testing for Certified Public Fleet Professional (CPFP) and Certified Public Infrastructure Inspection (CPII) exams. The first exams offered through the new format will be administered March 16-27....
This year’s Work Truck Show isn’t afraid to get a little dirty
Chicago is a city that isn’t afraid to roll up its sleeves and get a bit dirty, and neither is Mike Rowe, host of Discovery Channel’s “Dirty Jobs.” That makes Chicago an ideal site for the Work Truck Show 2009 and 45th Annual National Truck Equipment Association (NTEA) Convention, and Rowe an ideal keynote speaker for the show that’s all about tough trucks that are built to handle dirty jobs. ...
Volvo partnership will reduce exhaust emissions
Volvo is partnering with HUSS, a specialist in after-treatment products for diesel engine exhaust gases, to provide retrofit systems for Volvo construction...
State of Oregon plugs into electric-vehicle plan
As part of a plan to encourage the use of zero-emission vehicles among government users and the public, the state of Oregon has entered into a supply agreement with Nissan that will bring a number of Nissan electric vehicles to the state government's fleet in 2010. ...
NIGP Code: a highly useful procurement tool
No question about it: The NIGP Commodity/Services Code (NIGP Code) has become THE national standard for product/service codes used in public purchasing...
Vendor training video, assessment tool highlight 2008 NIGP prize program
Accurately measuring vendor performance and reaching out to vendors via video were two of the winning concepts selected for NIGP's 2008 Innovations and...
NIGP Chapter Directory
NIGP's network of 77 chapters provides a gathering place for education, conversation and problem solving at the local and regional levels....
Reaching new heights through classes, communication
The Mid-America Council of Public Purchasing Chapter (MACPP) made some decisions in 2007 that changed the way we approached our membership with classes, programs and information. ...
Mission statement lays foundation for success
The success of our chapter has been greatly due to following our mission statement: To promote ethical, efficient and cost-effective public purchasing...
Members' involvement makes the difference
The success of the Oregon Public Purchasing Association (OPPA) is attributed to its members. OPPA is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2009. For nearly...
New UPPCC Certifications
The Universal Public Purchasing Certification Council (UPPCC) is an independent entity formed to govern and administer the Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) and Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) certification programs....
Two-post lifts make vehicle interior access easy
Two-post lifts models SPOA10 and A10i offer asymmetrical lifting. Columns rotated 30 to place vehicles center of gravity in line with the optimum load...
Testing unit requires no formal training or complicated setup
OPW X23-2000 P/V vent valve tester enables compliance testing on pressure/vacuum vent valves. Unit requires no formal training or complicated setup. Features...
Vehicle-management system boasts automotive-grade exterior
Networkfleet 3500 wireless vehicle-management system boasts an automotive-grade exterior, positive retention connectors, upgraded tamper-evident capabilities...
System provides more space for tools, equipment
Underhood rotary-screw air compressor system is a self-contained system that produces up to 70 cfm and 175 psi, but weighs less than 150 lbs. dry. Provides...
Street sweeper does not require water for dust control
Model DXR dustless regenerative air street sweeper uses filtration system before blower fan to remove 100% of the fine particulates known to contain contaminants...
Strobe light is designed for indoor vehicles
Low-profile ML55-series LED strobe vehicle safety light is suited for forklifts and similar indoor vehicles. Features attention-getting quad flash pattern.Water-...
Conveyor attachment provides 4 ft. of reach
Four-ft. extension attachment for hydraulic truck conveyor provides the extra reach to deliver materials to hard-to-reach locations like ditches or over...
Heavy-duty shop press delivers 75 tons of force
Heavy-duty shop press with air/hydraulic power system provides 75 tons of force to assemble or remove components. Designed to provide precise control...
Tire changer includes extension kit
TC3510 tire changer features high-torque electric motor to service difficult tire and wheel assemblies. Hydraulic bead-loosening roller system rolls tire...
Tire-pressure system monitors 36 tires per truck
Model 360HD tire-pressure monitoring system provides the driver at-a-glance status updates. Monitors up to 36 tires for truck, tractor and trailer applications....
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