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Cargo van interiors
Durakon Industries has recently introduced two new product lines: van panels and bulkhead dividers.
The Durakon van panels mount on the interior walls of commercial vans to protect against scuffs and dents caused by shifting cargo. The bulkhead dividers separate the cargo area from the cab for better climate control. The driver can efficiently air condition or heat only the passenger compartment.
Both the van panels and bulkhead divider are manufactured from high-impact resistant plastic, engineered for a custom fit and quality finish. The van panels are available for GM and Ford regular and extended wheelbase vans, Ford Windstar GM M Van and the regular wheelbase Dodge van. The Bulkhead divider is available for Ford Econoline regular and extended wheelbase vans at this time.
For more information on the Durakon product line, contact Durakon at (800) 933-4200 or visit the website at www.durakon.com.
A replacement for the warning triangle?
Astucia, a British company based in Kent, England, may just have a winner in an innovative kit - the HazLightâ„¢ Emergency - re-chargeable hazard and warning light system.
In case of breakdown, buses and trucks tend to use their vehicle hazard lights and warning triangles. Warning triangles are reflective and they only offer up to 90 meters visibility in best case scenario.
HazLightâ„¢ Emergency, on the other hand, uses ultra bright LEDs that are 10 times more visible. HazLight studs (markers) are supplied in a sturdy and compact lightweight case, which also serves as a charging rack. The charging method is a power cable that plugs into any vehicle 12/24 volt power supply.
HazLight Emergency studs will automatically activate when removed from the case and placed on the ground. Once deployed, the studs flash, enabling a safe area to be rapidly established. The intensely bright LEDs can be seen up to 1 km away in darkness.
Boron CLS Bond said to reduce wear, friction
A boron-based lubricant that forms a hard layer of protection over metal surfaces has been introduced by the LuBoron Engine Oil Treatment company.
The Boron CLS Bond is an additive that, the company stated, requires only a one-time application and blends with any synthetic or conventional engine oil.
It "forms a near-diamond hard micro-layer of protection on metal parts, with strong covalent and ionic bonds to metal surfaces," according to a company press release.
According to the company, the treatment:
Reduces engine wear up to 90 percent, Reduces friction up to 80 percent, Reduces friction heat up to 50 percent, Displaces dirt, rust and carbon, Reduces emissions, Is environmentally friendly