DEF requires proper handling
Editor’s note: What follows is a quick tutorial on what diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) is and how truck operators should use it. What is DEF (diesel exhaust fluid)? DEF is the reactant necessary for the f…
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Attention to Vacuum Pump Drivelines Critical
Vacuum pump driveline failures usually involve lengthy down times and a big service bill. Broken key-ways, gears, drive shaft or couplers can result from a variety of causes. Here are some considerati…
Septic Trucks Need Daily Care
Septic vacuum trucks used to suction out septic tanks are highly specialized industrial vehicles, designed to withstand the rigors of this unsavory job. Daily maintenance and inspections are a priorit…
Fuel pumps can easily clog
Fuel pump failure can be costly and hurt a transporter’s reputation. One of the leading causes of failure is the tank. This is due to all the sediment, rust and debris from the pump finding its way in…
Brake maintenance critical for tank trucks
Braking systems are vital to any vehicle, but a semi truck is perhaps the most critical type of vehicle when it comes to the importance of brakes. When 80,000 pounds of truck and trailer are barreling…
Time has arrived to winterize trucks
You can almost hear the cooling systems of the nation’s tank trucks heaving a sigh of relief as warm weather abates. Winter, however, isn’t any easier on a truck’s cooling system. It’s time, then, for…
Water trucks require regular inspection
How equipment operators haul and apply water can significantly impact overall safety and productivity. Though water trucks seem pretty basic in application and design, several factors have a significa…
Proper alignment saves tires
Proper trailer axle and wheel alignment is critical to maximizing tire life, and it’s only become more important with the use of wide-base single tires on trailers for fuel economy and weight savings.…
