PCiRoads uses custom equipment for Minneapolis stormwater project
Minneapolis features a busy and lively downtown area that’s home to nearly 57,000 residents along with 216,000 employees each week, per mplsdowntown.com. The city has consistently topped more than $1 billion in new construction permits over the past 11 years … More from our cover sponsor →
Editor’s Note: Change in the air
Most members of the public feel safe when the big red fire engine or the boys in blue show up at the scene of a crisis. We know that’s why firefighters, law enforcement officers and other public safety officials do … Continue reading →
HOTDOTS
HotDots are three-inch, center-mount reflectors for highway posts, poles or any outdoor use. HotDots are also waterproof, very bright, and impact and abrasion-resistant. Don’t lose reflectivity due to rain, snow, impact or daily nightfall. Where acrylic reflectors fail, HotDots shine. … Continue reading →
AMPLIROLL HOOK LIFT
Marrel Corporation introduces its new Ampliroll 26,000-pound hook lift, which is designed for 33,000 GVW chassis. The Ampliroll utilizes high-strength steel construction with a high pressure hydraulic system, which equates to a light weight, highly-efficient multitasking piece of equipment that … Continue reading →
I-GRIP 6100
The Monroe I-Grip control, powered by the Force SSC6100 CAN Bus Spreader Control System, provides the latest in integrated hydraulic function controls along with spreader and liquid controls. The one-point-of-contact, one-point-of-control design provides the highest degree of operator comfort and … Continue reading →
PREFERRED TANKS
A factory-direct replacement and custom tank manufacturer, Alumitank produces a wide variety of tanks in many configurations and quantities. Every tank manufactured by Alumitank is inspected and tested to adhere to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards. Serving departments of … Continue reading →
HUSKY’S SELF-SUPPORTING TANKS
Husky self-supporting tanks are the perfect solution when storage or manpower are concerns. Low-side and high-side models and open top, frameless portable tanks are available. Great for oil spill clean up, chemical or fuel storage, potable or wastewater storage and … Continue reading →
COMPRESSIBLE LIQUID ADAPTIVE SUSPENSION SYSTEM
Liquid Spring is proud to introduce the next generation of vehicle suspensions. Utilizing an on-board microprocessor, CLASS adapts a vehicle’s response to road and driver variations. This is the only suspension system that automatically and instantaneously changes spring stiffness and … Continue reading →
ICE ELIMINATOR BM5000
We want to provide you with the easiest brine-making system and the easiest, fastest, cleanout system in the marketplace. Ice Eliminator BM5000 can make brine fast, simple and easy. We will provide the operational brine pump to meet your water … Continue reading →
THE SOLUTION TO ALL YOUR BUDGET NEEDS
Is your fire department in need of a new tanker, but you can’t afford one? We have a practical solution. Introducing the All-POLY PT2, 1,800-gallon Wildland tanker. We currently have one in stock, No. 2389, ready for immediate delivery. Some … Continue reading →
BONNELL 272 ROAD DRAG
The Bonnell 272 road drag has been redesigned to be more heavy-duty, durable and cost-efficient. Our engineers have upgraded the new 312 Road Maintainer’s tongue section and other stress points to ensure that the money you’ve spent lasts for years … Continue reading →
HALO LED WARNING LIGHT
Star Lighting Products Inc. announces the new Halo light-emitting diode, Society of Automotive Engineers Class I warning light. The light’s dual voltage 12/24, six amp current draws at 12 volts and has 24 user-selectable flash patterns, including two rotating and … Continue reading →
Quintessential American small town
The word “Waukesha” means “by the little fox,” but most people know Waukesha for its close proximity to two of Wisconsin’s popular big cities: Milwaukee and Madison. Its desirable location is just one reason Waukesha was ranked one of the … Continue reading →
Greening Columbus’ fleets
Emissions regulations and proactive decisions have spurred municipal fleet managers and governments to consider new practices and technologies to reduce their carbon footprint. Columbus, Ohio’s, fleet is on the cutting edge. The city’s efforts were recognized in 2011, when it … Continue reading →
After 100 years, a solution to ride vs. handling
Ride quality vs. handling has been a trade-off for automotive and truck design engineers since the early development of vehicle suspension systems. Achieving a soft, compliant ride as well as controlled, stable handling has been commercially impossible until now. LiquidSpring … Continue reading →
News & Notes March 2013
Winona, Minn. — Contractors Crane Company, a Texas-based authorized dealer of Badger Equipment Company cranes, took delivery of the industry’s newest 15-ton rough-terrain crane in early January. The Badger CD4415 was introduced to the market in October, and Contractors Crane … Continue reading →
Act 47 offers Altoona, Pa., a financial recovery plan
In an effort to address an increased structural deficit, the city council of Altoona, Pa., voted to adopt an Act 47 financial recovery plan for the city Dec. 19, 2012. According to the plan, a mix of cost-saving initiatives and … Continue reading →
Truck law education
Truck enforcement is a challenging field for police officers due to the complex laws that surround trucking. To help law enforcement agencies within Illinois sort it out, 10 suburban-Chicago police officers who specialize in truck enforcement met in 2009 and … Continue reading →
