Automatic transmission filter kit, LFS 22835, from Parker Hannifin's Racor Div. is designed to extend transmission life and service intervals, thereby reducing maintenance costs. The spin-on filter uses 6-micron synthetic micro-glass media specifically made for transmission fluid use. Kit contains hardware, fittings and mounting bracket. www.racor.com
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Haldex Brake Systems has formed a strategic alliance with, and made a $3-million equity investment in, Altra Technologies, a Minneapolis, MN-based developer of electronic collision-avoidance systems for commercial vehicles. This market is expected to reach $500 million in five years, and the new alliance is aiming for at least 15% of that business. www.haldex.com
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The Holland Group has announced retrofit kits for its SMARTSystem electronic lock indicator (ELI) system for Holland 3500 Series fifth wheels are now available. The system electronically monitors trailer coupling for the driver from inside the cab. www.thehollandgroupinc.com
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Lined brake shoes are now part of Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems' wheel-end product line. Five classes of shoes are offered to meet the service requirements of all popular truck and trailer applications. All five grades of friction material meet FMVSS121 stopping-distance regulations. www.bendix.com
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The new Ride & Control Div. of Dana's Commercial Vehicle Systems Unit leverages the expertise of the former Spicer Trailer Products Div. and chassis assembly experts from within the CVSU. Based in Kalamazoo, MI, the new division is a leading supplier of steering, acceleration, brake and ride control components, systems and services for on-highway commercial vehicles. www.dana.com/heavytruck/news
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The MoneyMaker fair-market-value lease program introduced by Kenworth Truck and PACCAR Financial covers new Kenworth Class 6 and 7 trucks and tractors equipped with dry van, reefer, stake or flatbed bodies. Specialty bodies will be quoted on an as-requested basis. Lease terms up to 72 months are available. Program expires September 30. www.kenworth.com
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Synthetic, heavy-duty engine oil called CITGARD SynDurance is described by CITGO Petroleum as “an engine oil for all seasons.” Formulated to exceed requirements of API CH-4, this SAE 5W-40 multigrade contains polyalpha olefins to help it perform well in low temperatures while minimizing volatility. www.citgo.com
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Service manual (form 5044) from MGM Brakes provides complete, detailed information on how to service and repair the company's MAGNUM Performance Plus (MJ-Series) piston-style spring brake actuators. www.mgmbrakes.com
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The interactive web site of TEAM Vehicle Sales now includes a nationwide used-truck search engine. Customers of the Coral Springs, FL-headquartered used-truck sales operation have access to more than 400 light- and medium-duty straight trucks and a wide assortment of tractors and trailers. www.teamtrucks.com
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The Protech OPAX 2000 opacity meter checks diesel emissions using the SAE J1667 test procedure and can be used in continuous mode for diagnostic work. Internally fixed optics make it easy for one person to test vehicles with vertical as well as horizontal pipes.
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Cummins and Westport Innovations (Vancouver, BC) have formed a 50/50 joint venture to develop and market low-emissions, high-performance natural gas-fueled engines for vehicles and industrial applications. Westport will contribute its high-pressure direct injection technology and other proprietary natural-gas technologies; Cummins, its current on-highway medium-duty spark-ignited natural-gas engines and proprietary engine-related technologies. Cummins will manufacture, distribute and service the new engines. www.westport.com/jv/index.html

The Carrus Orbis delivery van, introduced at the recent National Truck Equipment Assn. meeting in Baltimore and slated for production this summer, features a unitized body design that contributes to a curb weight 1,000 lb. lighter and a floor height 16 in. lower than those of a typical delivery van. Components include Dana axles, Delphi steering systems, Goodyear air springs and tires, GKN axle shafts, and Ford, Cummins and GEP engines. GVWs range from 9,000 to 19,000 lb. www.carrusorbis.com
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Allison Transmission is now offering sales and service information, parts catalogs, and other company literature on its web site. www.allisontransmission.com

Thousands of technicians' truck-maintenance tools are now available for purchase online through SPX Service Solutions. Choose from the top SPX brands, including OTC, Bear/Allen Testproducts and Robinair. www.toolsfortrucks.com

Online employee-assessment program developed by Fitability Systems permits employers to conduct preliminary 15-minute interviews to assess potential employees' “fit” for a job, whether the job be administrative, labor, management or professional. www.fitability.com

Portable bar code and label printer, K-Sun's new LABELShop 2001XLB, contains six popular bar code formats, and prints industrial-grade labels on polyester adhesive-backed tape in five widths from 1/4 to 1 in. Machine, which runs on AA batteries or AC power with an optional adapter, has a typewriter-style keyboard and an LCD display for easy viewing and editing. www.ksun.com
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The INTRAAX family of integrated air-ride trailer suspensions offered by Hendrickson Trailer Suspension Systems division is described in updated brochure L614 B. www.hendrickson-intl.com
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Safety-Kleen is offering a comprehensive service for the collection, transportation and processing of used oil filters and absorbents in bulk containers, in addition to drums. Company provides a space-efficient, lockable, 330-gal. bulk container that holds approximately 1,500 uncrushed oil filters. www.safety-kleen.com
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The Fuel Systems business of BorgWarner has been acquired by TMB Industries, a private equity group, and will operate as Fuel Systems LLC. Based in Grand Rapids, MI, the new business entity is a leading independent supplier of fuel tanks and related components for medium- and heavy-duty trucks.