Equipment
When to update or replace fire equipment
In this blog post, the author offers views from officials at several equipment manufacturers. The topics: when to refurbish fire apparatus and engine regeneration. ...
Laptops boost efficiency of deputies in Los Angeles County (with related video)
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) vehicles are now equipped with mobile data computer systems (MDCS) from Raytheon Co. LASD patrol cars, motorcycles, prisoner transport units, command vehicles and SUVs have been outfitted with the Raytheon-integrated computer systems. The $19.9 million technology upgrade replaces the 1987-era mobile digital technology previously used by the sheriff’s department....
Indy airport installs vehicle charging stations
Electric vehicle (EV) drivers using the Indianapolis International Airport now have a convenient way to ensure a fully charged ride home, with the installation of three GE Energy EV charging stations in the airport parking garage....
California fleet maintenance equipment maker freezes prices
Car lift and garage equipment manufacturer BendPak-Ranger will not raise prices on its products through mid-2012. The firm recently made the announcement to its worldwide network of dealers and consumers....
Send in your photos or videos and win a prize
Knaack, the storage solutions provider, is staging a photo and video promotion on Facebook. Folks who submit entries can win a prize....
Work Truck Show rolls into Indianapolis, March 8-10
Government fleet managers and other trucking professionals will find new products, workshops on green technologies and more at the 2011 Work Truck Show, March 8-10 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis....
Rumbler siren system clears intersections for Big Apple police fleet
New York is the latest of about 40 police departments around the U.S. that are putting the bass-thumping Rumbler siren in its fleet of cruisers. The siren gets the attention of distracted drivers on cell phones and is designed to grab motorists' attention....
Departments upgrade equipment for foam firefighting
In today's economy, many departments are postponing new apparatus purchases and keeping existing apparatus in service. Many of the existing apparatus may be candidates for foam or CAFS retrofits....
Kenworth and Sprint to offer new multi-function truck navigation system
Kenworth Truck and Sprint will release a new navigation system for Kenworth Class 5-8 trucks....
IMT expands DSC12 line of mechanics trucks
Iowa Mold Tooling has expanded the DSC12 mechanics truck body line -- a compact addition to the Dominator family of mechanics trucks....
Fire and emergency vehicle maintenance program headed to Chicago
The IAFC's Emergency Vehicle Management Section will host its annual apparatus maintenance workshop Aug. 25-26, in Chicago....
Effective fleet management takes center stage in Phoenix for FedFleet 2010
FedFleet 2010 will include GSA Automotive Federal Vehicle Standards breakout sessions and vendor presentations. The agenda also includes aviation and boat workshop sessions, an Interagency Committee on Aviation Policy meeting, and...
John Deere Power Systems receives EPA and EU ratings
The Environmental Protection Agency and European Union have certified John Deere Power Systems' PowerTech PVX 9.0L and PowerTech PSX 9.0L model off-highway 56 kW (75 hp) and above engines as compliant with the Interim Tier 4 and Stage III B regulations....
Green truck group formed
The National Truck Equipment Association has created a new affiliate division, the Green Truck Association. The GTA aims to help expand and improve the market for green truck applications....
Los Angeles Fire Department deploys vehicle locator
The Los Angeles Fire Department recently purchased HP workstations and performance displays for its emergency dispatch center, which helps protect more than 4 million citizens in America's second-largest city....
Variety of fuels power grounds maintenance gear
More environmentally friendly fuel options appear every day for grounds maintenance crews and other operators of outdoor power equipment. A few options already available include...
Ergonomics and police duty belts: easing their load
Recommendations to ease the pain of critical equipment for police officers....
Trucks are the stars at the Work Truck Show 2010 — and so is keynote speaker William Shatner
America's Center in St. Louis, Mo., was where the Work Truck Show was held on March 9-12. The Work Truck Show 2010 was held in conjunction with the 46th Annual National Truck Equipment Association convention....
Lots of equipment rental activity in governments
Governments are renting equipment to ensure that critical projects are completed. In the last three months, more than 30 local and state government agencies have rented equipment, according to BidNet....
John Deere and Crown Equipment create new engine
John Deere Power Systems and Crown Equipment have developed a 2.4L liquefied petroleum gas industrial engine for the new Crown C-5 Series forklift....
Fontaine dedicates W.Va. center to Hino
Fontaine Modification Co. will open a dedicated modification center in Williamstown, W.Va., to support Hino Truck's West Virginia-based truck assembly plant....
Movers and Shakers
Hans Bouwers, Ron Ross and Troy Crawford have joined KIOTI Tractor's sales team. SPAL USA has named Thom Balistrieri as director of consumer sales for North America....
The automotive parts room
Because costs fluctuate, the question is: Do you recapture your costs by using an annual cost average or a cash method?...
Kenworth T370 Becomes First Medium Duty Hybrid Truck in New York City's Fleet
A new Kenworth T370 has become the first medium duty diesel-electric hybrid truck in New York City's truck fleet....
Michael Rumsey and Joshua Tregear
New assignments, promotions at Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America....
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