MAINTENANCE UPDATE
Hendrickson launches new mobile
app centralizing several online tools
Hendrickson launched a new application in Apple and Android
stores today. The new application centralizes a collection of
Hendrickson product and training videos, Parts Plus lookup system,
technician help, and Field Service Request system for ease of access
and reference.
“Hendrickson is not only committed to creating innovative ride
solutions but innovative tools as well,” said Mark Slingluff, director of
global marketing and communications at Hendrickson.
Hendrickson’s Engineered for
Efficiency™ philosophy yields
some of the most innovative
products and services in
the transportation industry.
Whether buying a Hendrickson
suspension system, Genuine
Parts, or using one of their
many online services –
Hendrickson engineers,
designs, manufactures and
offers MAAXUPTIME™
resources and solutions to help you work more efficient.
Hendrickson, a Boler company, is a leading global manufacturer
and supplier of medium- and heavy-duty mechanical, elastomeric
and air suspensions; integrated and non-integrated axle and
brakes systems; tire pressure control systems; auxiliary lift axle
systems; parabolic and multi-leaf springs; stabilizers; bumpers; and
components to the global commercial transportation industry.
Stertil-Koni achieves major milestone
1,000th inground scissor ECOLIFT
Heavy-duty bus lift and truck lift leader Stertil-Koni announced in
March that it has recently produced and sold its 1,000th inground
scissor-style ECOLIFT – made at the company’s U.S. manufacturing
facility, Stertil ALM, located in Streator, Illinois.
First introduced in 2005, the ECOLIFT has set new standards in
heavy duty vehicle lifting by virtue of its unique design – one that
delivers elevated levels of efficiency and performance.
“ECOLIFT provides durable, dependable and safe wheels-
free lifting with multiple attributes that truly distinguish it from the
competition,” said Stertil-Koni President Jean DellAmore. “It has an
ultra-shallow pit design of only 34 inches, making it ideal for new
construction as well as retrofit and existing workshops – especially
those with challenging construction environments, such as high-water
table, unstable soil or thick bedrock foundations.”
“What’s more,” he added, “it is a high-pressure, low volume
hydraulic vehicle lift available in a two- , three- or four-scissor
configuration for added flexibility to address specific customer
requirements.”
Lifting capacity is 30,000 pounds per scissor – delivering a total
lifting capability of 120,000 pounds in the largest model.
Importantly, ECOLIFT is electronically synchronized for added
safety and comes with a continuous recess system as standard – well
suited for low-ground clearance vehicles. Additionally, it has a free-
standing control console, with a touch-screen panel, for ease-of-
operation, access and quick service.
“It is also considered the only re-locatable inground lifting system in
the world,” DellAmore said.
For these reasons, the lift has become particularly attractive to a
broad range of maintenance facilities across North America, notably
those serving public transit systems, pupil transportation, public
works, freight and multiple other vertical industries.
ECOLIFT also delivers measurable cost savings on construction
and installation.
“The ECOLIFT arrives at the customer location pre-assembled and
already tested,” said Matthias Lennemann, Stertil-Koni sales manager
for inground lifts. “Further, it has a drop-in/bolt-in design making
installation straightforward and uncomplicated.”
In terms of user-friendliness, ECOLIFT’s wheels free lifting
capabilities facilitate a complete range of service and maintenance
jobs in a safe, ergonomic approach – including tire work, brakes and
transmission repairs.
“In that way,” Lennemann added, “busy technicians on the shop
floor can perform these tasks in a comfortable, upright position.”
“Stertil-Koni takes great pride in designing and delivering superior
heavy-duty vehicle lifting systems – all with a guiding principle
that customer requirements, along with safety, always come first,”
DellAmore said. “The ECOLIFT has established itself as a true game
changer in the highly competitive, precision-focused world of heavy-
duty vehicle lifting and the marketplace has graciously responded
with an overwhelming positive embrace of our approach.”
ECOLIFT is certified by the industry’s third-party watchdog, the
Automotive Lift Institute (ALI), and has earned the organization’s
coveted Gold Label, which is affixed to each ECOLIFT produced.
Complete Coach Works announces
new website launch for Zero Emission
Propulsion System
Complete Coach Works (CCW) announced it has launched a
newly redesigned website for its Zero Emission Propulsion System
(ZEPS) all-electric drive system – www.zepsdrive.com. The website
is positioned to be a leading source for sustainable, economical
solutions available for transit agencies looking to start an electric fleet.
The website represents the next chapter in CCW’s industry-leading
technologies. ZEPS is CCW’s exclusive system developed by taking
an existing low-floor diesel transit bus and repowering the bus into a
battery all-electric unit. The resulting ZEPS bus delivers to agencies a
significantly longer operating range while maintaining battery life.
The ZEPS site is designed to increase awareness of sustainable
transportation and enforce CCW’s green initiatives.
“The new website reinforces CCW’s brand strategy that focuses on
its commitment to its customers and dedication to improving the well-
being of the environment at an affordable cost,” said Brad Carson,
director of sales and marketing.
The redesign makes it easier for customers to access the
information they need on the process of remanufacturing and
enhances CCW’s ability to connect ZEPS with the industry through its
digital channels.
“Digitalization is transforming all industries and we want our site
to offer a clean, modern, and sleek design,” said Kallie Arevalo,
marketing manager at CCW.
Electric vehicles are revolutionizing the transportation industry.
Today, more than 50 ZEPS buses are deployed in service across the
nation. ZEPS is a proven technology that has been tested for more
than 4 million miles of revenue service.
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