Truck Topics

EO Featured Products - September

Videos and publications to help save the owner-operator money!

Bridgestone/Firestone North American Tire, LLC is offering a free, 56-page brochure, "Guide to Large Truck Fuel Economy for a New Millennium," and a nine-minute video, "What Drivers Can Do To Save Fuel." 

The brochure looks at Bridgestone research on how tires affect fuel economy.  A brief sampling of the topics covered include:

Fuel economy and your tire investment What consumes fuel? Tire contributions to the fuel bill Configuration effects What effect can fuel-efficient tires have?

The video, "What Drivers Can Do To Save Fuel", features trucker Jim Booth demonstrating how he achieves consistently high fuel economy through skillful driving and effective time management.

Both the brochure and brochure are available free of charge by email:  [email protected] or by calling 800 860-0059. Ask for the fuel economy guide and video.

These informational resources are also available on the Internet, along with many other titles that are designed to help the owner-operator save money on fuel, tires and equipment.

"Guide to Large Truck Fuel Economy for a New Millennium" brochure

http://www.trucktires.com/us_eng/library/publications/other/fuelecon/index.asp

"What Drivers Can Do To Save Fuel" video

http://www.trucktires.com/us_eng/library/audiovisual/index.asp
 

Reduce Your Damage Losses.

Lost profits to damaged freight claims are a problem every freight hauler can do without. Southwest Agri-Plastics says that it has some solutions.

The company has introduced CargoArmor freight protection devices to help keep the owner-operator's profits in the bank. CargoArmor protection devices are designed to minimize or eliminate damage to freight caused by the over-tightening of load straps, or crushing of containers during tarping.

The CargoArmor strap guard is designed to spread the tension of the tie-down strap over a wider area, while protecting the freight from the crushing forces. The HDPE angle is designed to accommodate straps up to four inches wide. This inexpensive device is nestable for easy storage.

So what do these products mean to you?

• Reduced freight damage claims
• Happy customers
• Money on the bottom line

Benefits/Features:

• Made from Tough HDPE
• Protects Freight from Strap Damage
• Nestable for Easy Stacking/Storage
• UV/Weather Resistant
• Lightweight
• Lasts for Years

Visit www.swapinc.com or call 800 388-9748 for details about CargoArmor products.

Hands-free light

Head-Lite, LLC announces the launch of the innovative second generation hands-free flashlight, the G2â„¢ LED by Head-Lite.

Flashlights are sure handy, but not when you need an extra hand to hold them!

Head-Lite has the answer for hands-free illumination in the G2â„¢ LED. This ball cap-mounted light is perfect for mid-range illumination and can be seen up to a mile away, says the company.

According to a company release, the "Head-Lite will light up the darkest roadside or deepest crevice in your engine compartment while leaving both hands free to work."
  
The low-profile 6-panel cap is constructed of premium quality brushed cotton twill and utilizes ultra bright white LED technology, featuring a revolutionary integrated secondary optical lens system for maximum light quality and enhanced intensity.

The LED bulb is impact resistant, has a nearly infinite bulb life, is cool to the touch, waterproof, and operates with the touch of a fingertip via a push-on and push-off switch. (2) Lithium 2032 cell batteries are included for 70 hours average continuous battery life.

The G2™ LED is available in a variety of colors and licensed camouflage patterns, with custom embroidery offered. Available in adult and children's sizes, the G2 comes with an adjustable Velcro® strap for a perfect fit.

The G2â„¢ LED will be available in September 2004.   Manufacturer’s suggested retail list price is $21.95.

The G2â„¢ LED's uses include:

-Pet walking, running or biking
 
-Hunting, fishing & camping
 
-Home & auto maintenance
 
-Emergency & technical service
 
-Reading & playing games

-Delivery, security & material handling
 
For more details, log on to www.head-lite.com or call 480 443-4323.

Lock it up!

Gabriel Technologies, makers of "War-Lok" transportation security products, has introduced the TAB-10 truck air brake lock.

Constructed of high impact aluminum steel, the TAB-10 truck air brake lock protects idling trucks from theft by completely encasing the air valves. Because this lock is not a permanent attachment, it can be re-used from one cab to another.

The TAB-10 has the industry proven War-Lok internal locking core system and comes standard in powder coated red for color.

The company states that the TAB-10 has more than 260 million possible key combinations.  The locking core is designed with a flat-keyed locking system.  Each component of the disc type cylinder has been designed to withstand the harsh environments of the transportation industry.

The company also states that the TAB-10 is pick resistant, drill resistand and key duplication is virtually impossible.

Contact Gabriel Technologies at 866 927-5651 or visit the company web site at www.war-lok.com.