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WEATHER GUARD All-Purpose Van Rack

WEATHER GUARD, an industry leader in truck and van equipment, introduces the WEATHER GUARD All-Purpose Steel Van Rack and GlideSafe Load Assist accessory. The new all-purpose van rack delivers a heavy-duty, versatile solution for storing and transporting materials and tools to the job site. The WEATHER GUARD van rack can be installed in under an hour and is compatible with all commercial cargo vans sold in the U.S. and Canada.

The new GlideSafe Load Assist System creates a safer, easier loading and unloading process and does not require a rolling motion to be functional or protect the vehicle and equipment from damage. But that is not the only van accessory that can be paired with the new WEATHER GUARD van racks. Ready-to-mount ratchet straps also can be integrated to provide an easy-to-use solution for securing loads to the rack. Accessories come with all the necessary mounting hardware and do not require drilling. www.weatherguard.com

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ATSSA’s Convention & Traffic Expo Celebrates 50 Years

Early next year will mark the 50th anniversary of the ATSSA Annual Convention & Traffic Expo, produced by the American Traffic Safety Services Association. From January 24-28, more than 3,500 roadway safety and transportation professionals – from manufacturers and suppliers to government officials and legislative advocacy professionals – will convene at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans to view the latest industry products and services, attend educational and informational sessions, and network with peers. 

Attendees of the 2020 event will have access to over 200,000 square feet of exhibit space showcasing the latest industry products and services. A wide variety of cutting-edge traffic safety solutions, state-of-the-art roadway safety vehicles and heavy equipment, ranging from striping trucks to truck-mounted attenuators, will be on display. In addition, ATSSA’s New Products Rollout also is back and will be hosted on the trade show floor.  

Beyond products and services, the convention will offer multiple types of educational opportunities designed to inform attendees about the latest trends in the roadway safety infrastructure industry. These opportunities include concurrent sessions, roundtables, Traffic Talks, new micro sessions and ATSSA training courses. Visit http://expo.atssa.com/education.html to learn more about the educational lineup.

ATSSA’s Annual Convention & Traffic Expo also will offer a number of special events that encourage networking among attendees. These include the Chairman’s Reception & Gala, the Opening General Session, the New Member and First-Time Attendee Welcome, the International Meet and Greet, and ATSSA’s Circle of Innovation. The Circle of Innovation event provides roadway and safety engineers with a unique opportunity to present their unmet needs to ATSSA manufacturers and installers.

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When: January 24-28, 2020

Where: Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, New Orleans

Web: http://expo.atssa.com

Snapshot: The American Traffic Safety Services Association’s 50th Annual Convention & Traffic Expo will draw thousands of roadway safety professionals and transportation officials from around the globe to network, view the latest roadway safety industry products and services, and attend a variety of educational sessions.

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Air-Weigh Trailer Scales

Air-Weigh, a global leader in electronic onboard scales, is launching a new generation of trailer-specific onboard scales. Advanced communication and integration capabilities along with increased durability are key elements of the new LoadMaxx Plus and QuickLoad Plus product lines. 

The LoadMaxx Plus model allows for third-party onboard software integration options when connected to a LoadMaxx Tractor Scale. In addition, both the LoadMaxx Plus and QuickLoad Plus scales are Bluetooth enabled and allow for communication to any smart device with the Air-Weigh app.

Utilizing the Air-Weigh app, drivers can view weight data on their smart device or easily email weights and location to a fleet manager or any email address. The scale features a user-friendly, icon-based touch-screen display and alarm functions that can be programmed for a warning and overweight trigger.

The new scales also feature a redesigned body and mounting system that provides increased durability and easier installation. The LoadMaxx Plus and QuickLoad Plus will be available for air-ride and most mechanical suspension axle options. Shipments of the new scales are slated for the end of the year. www.air-weigh.com

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Hino Trucks Introduces New Models and Cab Configurations

Hino has unified its entire lineup of trucks, including model names, to make it even easier for you to match the perfect Hino to you and your business’ needs. The company is excited to announce their new M Series Class 4/5 COEs and new L Series Class 6/7 Conventional trucks, which – combined with Hino’s recently launched XL Series Class 7/8 vehicles – create a cohesive family of commercial trucks.

The badges are not the only updates. Each vehicle now contains larger cab configurations and a full suite of features, adding safety, fresh designs, durability, flexibility and connectivity options.

The new COE truck models carry Hino M4 and M5 badging, with the number in the naming scheme representing the GVW class. For 2021MY, these trucks have been upgraded with an all-new grille design complete with optional LED headlights and HD six-speed Aisin automatic transmission with gear hold feature. They are available with the industry’s first OE fully integrated lane departure warning system in this vehicle segment. Interior upgrades include a new shifter layout, steering wheel controls, an all-new gauge cluster including a 4.2-inch LCD multi-information display, and a driver’s seat belt sensor.

The new Conventional line is represented by the Hino L6 and Hino L7 models, boasting a bolder front fascia with optional LED headlights. The cab interior has been re-engineered with an automotive-grade finish designed for commercial use and improved functionality, steering wheel controls, a large 7-inch LCD multi-information display, and more storage and leg room. There is now an array of safety systems available on the Hino L Series, including electronic stability control, collision mitigation system, lane departure warning, active cruise control and driver’s seat belt sensor. New wheelbase options and extended and crew cab configurations also are available. www.hino.com

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ICUEE 2019 Set to be the Largest Demo Expo Ever

The International Construction and Utility Equipment Exposition – also known as ICUEE – The Demo Expo – heads back to the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville October 1-3. Owned and produced by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, ICUEE is the largest event for utility industry professionals seeking insight into the latest technologies, innovations and trends affecting the industry.

This year’s event features a number of new and noteworthy offerings for attendees. The UTV Test Track will put individuals in the driver’s seat with the opportunity to compare several models of utility terrain vehicles from Bobcat, Caterpillar and John Deere. In addition to the expanded Safety and Fleet Management pavilions on the indoor show floor, ICUEE 2019 attendees will also have access to a new Emerging Technologies Pavilion. Plus, more than 200 new exhibitors will be at the show to demonstrate their products and services.

Beyond the dozens of acres of indoor and outdoor exhibit space, ICUEE 2019 will offer a robust lineup of educational programming in a variety of formats to help attendees maximize their time at the event. Sessions are scheduled to include new disaster-readiness simulation labs and eat-and-learn workshops, as well as an expanded roster of field classrooms on the show floor. Education participants can earn Professional Development Hours credits. Attendees also can take advantage of industry certifications offered by the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators.

To help address worker shortages, the Association of Equipment Manufacturers has partnered with Bridging America’s Gap to host a special career day at ICUEE. Hundreds of high school students will rotate between six learning stations – including simulators – for a hands-on opportunity to learn more about career options in the skilled trades.       

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When: October 1-3, 2019

Where: Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville, Kentucky

Web: www.icuee.com   

Snapshot: The International Construction and Utility Equipment Exposition, also known as ICUEE – The Demo Expo, is held every other year and brings together utility industry professionals to gain comprehensive insights into the latest technologies, innovations and trends affecting their industry. Attendees can participate in hands-on product demonstrations, test drive the latest on-road equipment and take advantage of ample educational offerings.

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Bigfoot Layered Outrigger Pad

Bigfoot Construction Equipment now offers an outrigger pad made of their custom composite beneath a strong wooden pad. This layering process enables the wood to last longer since the plastic composite keeps the upper wooden pad away from water.  

Other benefits of the layered outrigger pad include: wood will stop the composite from cupping in poor soil conditions; wood provides a lesser point of contact to the composite beneath, which most often is the cause of cupping; and Bigfoot’s custom composite will take the impact and moisture from the ground and extend the life of the company’s premium birch. 

Bigfoot’s new outrigger pad has been designed to meet the needs of tree trimmers and others in the field. It also is suitable for 40- to 100-ton cranes. Bigfoot offers the pad in different sizes and shapes, and the custom composite can be installed with safety orange. www.outriggerpads.com

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Go Industries’ Grille Guard

The Go Industries Grille Guard for the C4500-6500 (ET005) features no cutting or drilling. Designed with the tilt body in mind, this piece will articulate forward for easy hood access. Our locking mechanism has two OEM-style latches (one per side) and safety pins, ensuring a snug, secure mount. The grille guard is fully welded together with headlight brush guards constructed out of 1.9-inch, 14-gauge tubing and 2.5-inch center cross tubes. The center screen is laser cut out of 18-gauge material. This part comes in a black textured powder-coat finish and is made in the U.S.A. www.goindustries.com

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Hino Trucks’ Transmission Warranty

Hino Trucks is taking ownership value to new heights with an unprecedented move in warranty.

Effective immediately, 2020 model year Hino vehicles equipped with an Allison transmission will include a five-year unlimited-mile transmission warranty. This new standard gives customers up to two additional years of coverage and does away with mileage limits at no additional cost to customers. All Allison transmissions offered by Hino Trucks are included as well as all vocational applications. This base transmission warranty extends to classes 6-8 and includes Hino models 238, 258, 268 and 338, as well as the all-new Hino XL Series. www.hino.com

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Jarraff All-Terrain Tree Trimmer

Jarraff Industries has unveiled a new version of its Jarraff All-Terrain Tree Trimmer. The new Quad Track Jarraff features a four-quad-track undercarriage, an industry-exclusive feature. The new quad-track configuration provides an option that users in the right-of-way maintenance industry have not seen before.

The quad-track design provides low ground pressure and excellent traction, as well as road-ability and maneuverability in a single machine. In addition to the extreme mobility, the new Jarraff features all of the latest upgrades that existing Jarraff models offer, including a patent-pending rotating saw head design that allows the operator to rotate the blade assembly 180 degrees, another industry exclusive. The recently added touch-screen information center gives the operator unmatched control, engine monitoring, high-definition camera display and more. A Cummins 130-horsepower, Tier 4 engine meets all environmental emission standards and mandates.

The new Quad Track Jarraff joins the four-wheel-drive and LGP steel/rubber track models in providing a dynamic field of operation for tree-trimming applications. A rotary manifold offers a 360-degree-plus range of motion as a standard feature. The unit also provides lateral tilt and 75-foot cutting height. Two four-way joysticks and fingertip controls offer optimal precision.

In addition, each Jarraff model’s cab is completely ROPS, FOPS and OPS certified. The Jarraff adds safety to every job because operators never leave the ground. www.jarraff.com

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PWX 2019 to Draw Thousands of Public Works Professionals to Seattle

Thousands of public works professionals will convene in Seattle September 8-11 when PWX – owned and produced by the American Public Works Association – takes place at the Washington State Convention Center. Trade professionals, municipal leaders, government officials and individuals from the private sector are expected to attend to take advantage of learning and networking opportunities focused on the topics of infrastructure, workforce and technical issues facing communities.

The 2019 show is expected to attract more than 5,000 attendees from across the globe, and over 350 of the public works industry’s top suppliers will be exhibiting in nearly 80,000 net square feet of exhibit space.

“The success of our recent PWXes confirms that public works professionals require an all-inclusive, one-stop shop for all their public works and infrastructure needs,” said Scott D. Grayson, CAE, executive director of the American Public Works Association. “Attendees will see and learn about innovative solutions, and trending technologies and equipment, that will help them build, protect and maintain the critical infrastructure for which they are responsible.”

Approximately 125 technical and professional development sessions will be delivered during PWX 2019. Following are just a few of the sessions that attendees will be able to choose from:

  • Planning Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure for Your Community
  • Using Underground Infrastructure to Benefit a Community
  • Applying High-Performance Concepts to Small Teams
  • How to Create a Carbon Neutral and Asset Sustainable City
  • Technology Impacts on Roadway Maintenance and Operations
  • Successfully Implement a GPS/AVL Solution for Winter Maintenance

Attendees who purchase a full registration will have the opportunity to participate in the Public Works Stormwater Summit, which will take place over the course of two afternoons and provide up-to-the-minute, must-know information about managing stormwater systems.

PWX 2019 also will offer workshops – including “Self-Assessment Using the Public Works Management Practices Manual” – technical tours to a variety of locations throughout Seattle and networking opportunities such as the Get Acquainted Party.

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When: September 8-11, 2019

Where: Washington State Convention Center, Seattle

Web: https://pwx.apwa.net

Snapshot: Produced by the American Public Works Association, PWX draws thousands of public works professionals from all over the world. An estimated 5,000 professionals are expected at the 2019 event, which will feature more than 125 technical and professional development sessions, 80,000 net square feet of exhibit space, networking opportunities and more.

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