Ingersoll Rand has released the new W7150 0.5 in. high-torque cordless Impactool.

“The W7150 represents the greatest advance in cordless technology to date,” says Nate Schmid, marketing manager for vehicle services with Ingersoll Rand. “Not only does it have all the power, ergonomics and durability of a best-in-class Ingersoll Rand tool — it’s the only cordless tool in the world that can perform shoulder-to-shoulder with our best-in-class 2135TiMAX 0.5 in. air impact. No other cordless 0.5 in. impact on the market can even come close. We think that this tool is going to change the way technicians think about cordless technology.”

Weighing 6.8 lbs. and measuring 9.4 in. from tip to tail, Ingersoll Rand says the W7150 features a best-in-class power-to-weight ratio; offering 780 ft.-lb. reverse torque, and 1100 ft.-lb torque. The W7150 also features a completely re-engineered high-power rare earth magnet motor, a steel-lined aluminum hammer case and a chemical resistant, patent-pending metal reinforced housing for maximum durability, the company says.

The cordless impact also is said to feature a robust, all-metal drive train and hammer mechanism optimized for maximum power and efficiency, and a variable speed switch with electronic brake for optimized control.

According to Ingersoll Rand, the source of the W7150’s power comes from the new IQV20 series battery platform. Powered by advanced lithium-ion technology, this new battery platform features a high-powered lithium-ion battery “power plant” that delivers high-charge capacity and low internal impedance for maximum power delivery, the company says.

The platform also features an intelligent battery management system that provides power-level and flow-rate control from the battery to the switch to the motor, and a mountable smart charging station with auxiliary USB port. Ingersoll Rand says the W7150 is the first addition to the new IQV20 Series of 20V lithium-ion cordless tools and will be available beginning in January 2012.

Snap-on offers two grinding tools for heavy-duty jobs: the PT400 (Heavy Duty Inline Die Grinder) and the PT410 (Heavy Duty Angle Die Grinder). The 1½-pound PT400 offers 25,000 rpms of free speed, while the 2-pound PT410 offers 12,000 rpms.

Both grinders are 7½ inches long and have a 1-hp thermally balanced air motor, a dual taper collet system and an ergonomic comfort grip handle.

Oil Eater’s air-powered professional brake washer is designed to clean brake parts without using electricity. It can be used on alignment lifts, ramp lifts or on the floor and also can be used as a portable parts washer. The brake washer includes a cover that also functions as a catch basin.

Gold Eagle’s Heet Diesel Winter Treatment is formulated to protect diesel engines during cold weather by preventing fuel gelling while cleaning and protecting the fuel system. The solution, enhanced with cetane booster to facilitate faster starts and improved fuel economy, treats up to 35 gallons of fuel.

Detroit Diesel launched the first of its new four-part driver training video series. Available at www.detroitdiesel.com and www.youtube.com/ demanditall, the videos were developed to help drivers enhance their engine’s performance.

The four videos include general product background on Detroit Diesel’s DD13, DD15 and DD16 family of engines; guidelines on driving for optimal fuel economy and power; specifics on BlueTec selective catalytic reduction emissions technology; detailed information about diesel exhaust fluid; and updates on DDEC, Detroit Diesel’s proprietary electronic engine monitoring system.

The videos also provide step-by-step guidance for drivers on using Detroit Diesel’s products, as well as information on driving trucks with older vs. the newer engine models, detailing the differences in engine characteristics that drivers need to know. “We want to help our customers further maximize their performance by providing them with useful tips,” says Brad Williamson, director of engine and component marketing for Detroit Diesel.

Jacobs Vehicle Systems has developed a new integrated engine braking technology. This technology integrates the functionality of a standard compression release brake into the footprint of a valve bridge, the company says.

In response to the global engine suppliers’ drive to minimize weight and space impact on the vehicle, Jacobs says its engineers continue to focus on new ways of integrating the braking function into the valve train. The Bridge Brake represents the most recent extension of this effort. Jacobs says this new lightweight design provides excellent retarding performance with zero valve train height increase. The Bridge Brake also is suited for small-displacement engines and other applications where packaging space is at a premium, Jacobs says.

This braking system, which was first launched on the Hyundai 10L engine, replaces the standard exhaust valve bridge with a braking valve bridge. Based on Jacobs’ Lost Motion know-how, the company says traditional valve train componentry is maintained, while allowing new complex valve motions to be achieved.

Kenworth Sales Co. recently celebrated the opening of its newest location, a 10,000-square-foot parts and service facility near U.S. Route 40, with a grand opening that drew more than 300 people. The grand opening, which included a trade show and barbecue, was held over two days.

The new facility is located east of Vernal, Utah, on more than 5 acres at 5259 S. 5400 E. in Naples. The dealership features six service bays with one bay dedicated to providing Kenworth PremierCare Express Lube services. A 750-square-foot parts retail display area complements a 3,500-square-foot parts warehouse. The new location also offers parts delivery service and a driver lounge.

“Continued growth in oil and gas production and exploration in the nearby South Ouray and the Res Wash fields has created a great need for this new parts and service facility,” says Kip Ekker, general manager of the Vernal location. “We’re pleased to respond to that need with this new store located in the remote northeastern corner of Utah, 30 miles west of the Colorado border.”

Ekker says the new location will allow the company to provide customers immediate access to TRP Aftermarket Parts and five factory-trained service technicians. “Before we opened here, customers had to drive two hours south to our facility in Price, Utah, or three hours west to our West Valley City location in the Salt Lake City area,” he says.

Kenworth Sales Co.-Vernal is open from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. The phone number is 435-789-1430. The service manager is Colby Shaw, and the parts manager is Dane Christiansen.

California has passed the nation’s first law (Assembly Bill 1215) requiring that used vehicle dealers, including heavy-duty truck dealers, post a red warning label on vehicles flagged in a federal database as junk, salvage, total loss or title branded.

Beginning July 1, 2012, every California-licensed motor vehicle dealer is required to check the National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS) prior to offering vehicles, including heavy-duty trucks, for sale. Junk yards, salvage yards, auto recyclers, insurance carriers and state motor vehicle departments are required to report vital information about vehicles to NMVTIS, a new federally-mandated vehicle history database maintained by the U.S. Department of Justice.

To comply with this new law, dealers can access vehicle history reports through an authorized NMVTIS Consumer Access Provider, such as RigDig Truck History Reports for heavy-duty truck dealers. If the report returns NMVTIS-related junk, salvage, total loss or title brand information, the dealer will be required to affix a 4 in. x 5 in. red warning sticker in the window of the vehicle. Additionally dealers must provide a copy of the report to the purchaser when requested.

Thanks to the launch of RigDig Truck History Reports in August, compliance with the new law will be easy for California heavy-duty truck dealers, the company says. In addition to partnering with the Department of Justice to integrate NMVTIS information, RigDig says its Truck History Reports also include important information from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, vehicle specification information from RigDig Business Intelligence, and Uniform Commercial Code-related lien and termination information from Equipment Data Associates.

“RigDig launched at just the right time for California commercial truck dealers. RigDig is able to help commercial truck dealers begin checking their existing inventory, possible trade-in vehicles and auction vehicles right now. This will help dealers avoid surprises arising from this new law come July 1,” says James Vogel, general manager of RigDig.

“RigDig Truck History Reports mesh a variety of data sources, including NMVTIS junk and salvage vehicles, total loss insurance claims, title and odometer brands, with other sources of information for accidents, inspections, ownership, cargo hauled and CSA scores. RigDig gives commercial truck dealers an easy-to-use report that not only helps them comply with Bill AB 1215 but also provides them with vital information to make informed purchase decisions.”

RigDig Truck History Reports are available at www.rigdig.com.

NMVTIS is a national, federally-mandated vehicle history database maintained by the United States Department of Justice to ensure that states, law enforcement agencies and consumers have access to vehicle titling, branding and other information that enables them to verify the accuracy and legality of motor vehicle titles before transfer or registration of the vehicle occurs, RigDig says.

California AB 1215 mandates all dealers using the California Electronic Titling (ELT) system use an NMVTIS-based vehicle history report, obtained from an authorized access provider. The law also provides for an increase in the maximum documentation fees that dealers can charge consumers. Dealers can now charge up to $80 per new or used purchase/leased vehicle, up from $45 for vehicle purchase transactions and $55 for lease transactions.

For more information on NMVITIS, go to http://www.vehiclehistory.gov/.

Fontaine Modification Company has redesigned and updated its website, www.fontainemod.com.

According to Fontaine, the site contains nearly 100 photos, including numerous “before and after” examples of truck modifications that demonstrate the company’s range of services. The company says the website also offers detailed information regarding Fontaine’s technical solutions to support a wide variety of truck modifications and fleet services, including:

• Engineering Services
• Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) Installations
• All Wheel/Four Wheel Drive Installations
• Steering Conversions
• Stand Up Right Drive (SURD)
• Sit Down Dual Drive (SDDD)
• Alternative Fuel System Installations
• Paint Services
• Chassis and Cab Modifications

“The new website much more accurately depicts who we are as a company and what we do for our customers,” says Will Trantham, Fontaine president. “We take great pride in our innovative solutions, excellence in engineering and superior workmanship, as well as our company history and industry insight. That experience and dedication comes through clearly in the new site, which has also been designed to improve ease-of-use for our customers.”

Fontaine says its website highlights its unique innovation model and includes an in-depth summary of how the company designs and develops effective engineering solutions that meet safety and regulatory standards for its customers. In addition, the site provides an at-a-glance view of available modifications for specific truck models from several OEMs, the company says.

Other website features include:

• A history of Fontaine’s 30 years of truck modification experience.
• A pressroom offering the latest company news, announcements and media coverage.
• Contact information and site details for each of Fontaine’s six strategically located modification centers.

Technical support opportunities to “Ask a Question” or “Request a Quote.”

A new air deflector being offered by Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America Inc. is designed to reduce drag while boosting fuel economy. The deflector is available for all Mitsubishi Fuso 2012 Canter FE/FG Series standard-cab models as well as for 2005-10 standard-cab FE and FG models. The unit is not designed for Fuso crew cabs.

Custom-designed to match the contours and mounting hard-points of the Canter cab, the air deflector measures 38 inches tall to the top of the fairing. The reinforced fiberglass deflector is white but can be painted to match any standard or custom cab color.