Staying on top of the weather with ‘eyes’ on the road
Forecasts are seldom infallible with unexpected atmospheric shifts changing expectations and plans. One must also factor in microclimates, which can see some areas more affected by winter storms than others. However, imagine having a personalized, real-time weather forecast, not just … More from our cover sponsor →
Municipalities find alternatives to outsourcing workers’ compensation
Like any work environment, municipal employment holds potential liability risks for employees — from occupational illnesses to work-related accidents. Workers’ compensation programs play an important role in protecting both employees and cities from health-related uncertainties. Workers’ compensation is subject to … Continue reading →
Peaceful Protest Models
Occupy Wall Street camps all over the country are putting a strain on city services, including police and fire departments and city code inspectors. However, for the most part, protesters and municipalities have worked together to ensure a peaceful and … Continue reading →
Returning military members well-suited for civilian public service jobs
Public service is just one professional arena for which the 200,000 members of the military who are discharged every year are well-suited. Cities can save themselves time and frustration by looking to that resource pool first when hiring because the … Continue reading →
Clogged justice system leads to recidivism
(NewsUSA) — Despite enormous interest in the outcome of the Casey Anthony trial, more questions have emerged than answers. The truth is that the criminal justice system remains a vast enigma to the majority of the population. Popular television programs … Continue reading →
Midwestern state installs most new wind turbines in 2011
Midwestern state installs most new wind turbines in 2011 A familiar feature of the Western vista is moving speedily east. The American Wind Energy Association announced last month that what it called a “bumper crop” of wind turbine installations is … Continue reading →
Editor’s Note: March 2012
Neither a career nor a short stint in the U.S. military was on my list of postsecondary plans back in 1987. After high school, I took the do-not-pass-go route to college. It’s not a decision I regret. But at the … Continue reading →
The Municipal: March, 2012 Cover
Featured in this issue: Wind Turbines – The rush is on The rush is on for cities, energy companies and consortiums to reduce Americans’ dependence on fossil fuels. Alternative energy sources like wind and the sun are increasingly being harnessed … Continue reading →
FOLDING TANK PIONEERS
Fol-Da-Tank patented the first folding tank in 1954 and introduced it to firefighters who immediately recognized its value and quality. Fol-Da-Tank has proven to be the practical answer to rural needs for an extra water supply. The company manufactures tanks … Continue reading →
KM INTERNATIONAL ASPHALT RECYCLER
The KM International asphalt recycler will produce a quality batch (2,600 pounds every 20 minutes) of asphalt from recycled pulverized asphalt, millings or saw-cut materials to produce a patching material that will exceed department of transportation asphalt specifications and standards. … Continue reading →
D-BRAKE DRIVELINE BRAKE
D-Brake’s liquid-cooled driveline brake offers the power of an electromagnetic retarder at a fraction of the weight and half of the cost. This 75-pound retarder is easy to install and fits on gas, diesel, CNG, and propane vehicles weighing anywhere … Continue reading →
LONG REACH CRANE
Tiffin Loader Crane has been selling and installing Palfinger cranes since 1985. After extensive research and testing, Palfinger has developed an American-made product with the longest reach in the industry. This exciting PALPro series of cranes provides the best solution … Continue reading →
HOT COMPRESSED AIR LANCE
LA*B heat lances are the perfect tool to properly prepare pavement cracks and joints prior to sealant installation. The lances produce high velocity hot air that thoroughly dries and cleans out debris, simultaneously leaving the pavement ready for repair material. … Continue reading →
DAKE H-FRAME PRESSES
Dake offers hand, air and electrically-operated H-frame presses in 10- to 200-ton capacities, in single- and double acting models. These presses are ideal for assembly, straightening, fabrication, quality control, maintenance, bending, forming, punching and shearing. Dake also manufactures 18 different … Continue reading →
QUALITY THAT STANDS THE TEST OF TIME
Excellance Inc. manufactures premium quality modular ambulances, rescue trucks, hazmat units, communication units, POD systems and specialty vehicles. All vehicles feature fully-welded aluminum bodies and interior cabinetry built by craftsmen with AWS/ASE/EVT certifications. Extensive warranties and an in-house remounting program … Continue reading →
XZALT PRECISION APPLICATOR
Not your typical salt and sand spreader! The Xzalt delivers a 70:30 ratio of dry/liquid material, reducing salt usage while accelerating ice melt. It uses less material, improves adhesion to the road and virtually eliminates over-application on roadside shoulders. It … Continue reading →
SCOTCHMAN CPO 350 CIRCULAR COLD SAW
Scotchman Industries’ American-made CPO 350 circular cold saw features a double clamping, self-centering vise providing burr-free, high-quality parts and a chip drawer. The optional laser light minimizes set-up time and ensures the material is being sawed to the correct length. … Continue reading →
2012 FREIGHTLINERS
2012 Freightliner Chassis are sold out from the factory! Midwest Fire has a limited stock available and it’s your chance to save big money. Call us today for a quote, or email mwf@iw.net. Midwest Fire Supply Luverne, Minn. (800) 344-2059 … Continue reading →
RECYLED SIGN SYSTEMS
Bright Idea Shops provides top of the line, maintenance-free outdoor signage made from recycled plastic lumber. Start reducing your annual maintenance budget by implementing Bright Idea signs into your cities, parks or public properties. The sign systems are durable enough … Continue reading →