Buyer’s Index

Fleets

Toolbox

DiamondBack Truck Covers

The Side Toolboxes are open tool bins that are mounted to the underside of the company’s truck bed covers for storing tools, such as surveying rods, measuring tapes, levels, compasses and distance measuring wheels, at the edges of a truck. The toolboxes are 24″ for 8′ beds; 18″ for 6 ½’ beds; and 15″ for 5 ½’ beds. The Surveyor’s Package, which includes a range pole/hot stick cover, is manufactured for use with the Side Toolboxes and Standard Edition truck bed covers.
Contact: (800) 935-4002

Truck technology

Ford

Ford Work Solutions is a collection of technologies manufactured for the company’s F-series trucks and commercial E-series vans. The collection includes an in-dash computer with high-speed Internet access and a navigation system. With a 6 ½” high-resolution touch screen, the system allows users to print invoices, check inventories and access documents that are stored on home or office computers. It has a 2-GB memory, and wireless keyboard and mouse. The collection also features a radio frequency identification system for maintaining a real-time inventory of tools and equipment stored in vehicles, alerting drivers if the inventoried tools have not been loaded on a truck. The company’s Crew Chief system monitors vehicle location so fleet managers can respond to calls and dispatch workers to job sites. It also monitors functions, such as tire pressure and check engine light codes, and calculates fuel mileage and taxes.
Contact: www.fordvehicles.com

Vehicle lift

Rotary Lift

The MOD30 in-ground lift is designed for heavy-duty vehicles, such as trucks, fire engines, buses and construction equipment. With a 60,000-lb. to 90,000-lb. lift capacity, the unit can be equipped with the company’s X Pad frame contact adapter for picking up vehicles with independent front or rear suspensions, including cars and minivans. The X Pad, which features a 9,000-lb. lift capacity, is designed to use the same arms as light-duty in-ground lifts to reach pick-up points on cars, trucks and vans that are recommended by the manufacturer. The unit features an auto spotting system so workers do not have to crawl on the floor to position a moveable front piston. The unit’s galvanized shutter plate trench covers keep the pit covered by adjusting to the movement of the front piston.
Contact: (800) 640-5438

Vehicle tracking device

TeleNav

The TeleNav Vehicle Tracker is equipped with GPS technology and can be hard-wired or embedded onto a vehicle battery for monitoring vehicle location. Fleet managers can log onto a secure Web site and retrieve reports that detail fleet performance. Using the tracking device, managers can receive alerts or mobile phone messages on vehicle speed, stop time or stop location.
Contact: www.telenav.com

Technology

Storage device

Addonics Technologies

The Storage Rack is a rack-mounted storage chassis manufactured for use with standard computer racks for video storage, video editing and data archiving. Available with nine 5 ¼” drive bays, the unit provides up to 15 terabytes of storage capacity when used with a 3.5″ hard drive. Constructed of heavy gauge sheet metal, the storage rack includes two 4″ high cooling fans, a thermal management card that monitors temperature, and an alarm that indicates when the unit has surpassed an acceptable temperature. It can be reconfigured, modified or upgraded to accommodate organizational needs.
Contact: (408) 433-3899

Data receiver

Trimble

The Pathfinder ProXRT is a Global Navigation Satellite System receiver for collecting geographic information system data in a variety of industries, including water and wastewater, utilities, telecommunications and transportation. With submeter to 10-cm accuracy, the unit allows users to locate assets and verify data before leaving the job site. Using a wireless communications link, users can connect to a correction source for collecting decimeter position in the field. The unit can be set up using a backpack, range pole, or mounted to a vehicle. It also includes Bluetooth technology and an integrated lithium ion battery. Users can maintain lock on satellites in low-visibility conditions, such as high-foliage areas.
Contact: (408) 481-8000

Records management system

Smead Manufacturing Co.

The SmeadSoft Records Management System for Clerks and Registrars allows city clerk office employees to manage a variety of records concurrently. The system includes civil records, commercial and professional records, and service permits and records. The system also tracks notes from ongoing meetings.
Contact: www.smeadsoft.com

Snow/Ice Control

Spreader

SnowEx

The V-Maxx 9500 is a v-box-style spreader for use with commercial-duty pickups, flatbed trucks and dump-bed trucks. With a ¾-hp, 12-volt electric drive system, the unit’s polyethylene-constructed hopper has a 4-cu.-yd. capacity. The unit has a 10′ to 40′ spread width. Standard features include a digital LED display that monitors the system, and an auto-reverse feature for correcting auger jams. A top screen, fitted tarp, non-combustible automotive wiring harness and LED brake light also are standard. Optional features include an auxiliary light kit and the company’s AccuSpray pre-wetting system.
Contact: (800) 725-8377