By Truck Parts & Service Staff
PLATINUMSHIELD BROCHURE
ArvinMeritor, Inc. has released a new brochure detailing its new lineup of remanufactured brake shoes with PlatinumShield coating, which the company said provides industry-leading protection against corrosion and rust jacking.
The PlatinumShield coating resists micro-abrasions caused by the movement of the brake lining against the shoe table during normal use. ArvinMeritor is offering the reman shoes with the new technology at no additional cost over its previous reman product and it includes a threefold increase in warranty protection against rust jacking, three years or 300,000 miles.
MANUFACTURER SPECIFIC CATALOGS
MAHLE Clevite has released two more of its manufacturer specific catalogs. The two new catalogs address all the aftermarket parts in the MAHLE Clevite line for Detroit-Mercedes (Catalog # EP-30DD-08) and Navistar (Catalog # EP-30NV-08).
This includes cylinder components, bearings, gaskets, rings, valve trains, cams, crankshafts and more. The catalogs also include information on all available engine kits.
The catalogs can be viewed or downloaded at www.mahleclevite.com.
NEWSTAR COMPONENT CATALOGS
S&S Truck Parts has released a new lineup of NEWSTAR component catalogs that includes the:
- Air Systems Components
Catalog; - Chassis/Suspension Components Catalog;
- Drivetrain Components Catalog;
- Power Steering Components Catalog; and
- PTO & Hydraulics Components Catalog.
In all, these catalogs feature hundreds of OE quality components that cover a vast range of medium- and heavy-duty truck parts. Additionally, each catalog has a full interchange/cross reference index.
ENGINE OIL FLYER
A one-page flyer gives an overview of Valvoline’s Premium Blue engine oil, which is designed for use in diesel engines equipped with modern emissions treatment including all types of exhaust gas recirculation and diesel particulate filters.
The flyer explains the advantages of the oil including its wear protection, reduced oil filter restriction at high soot levels, high temperature deposit control and ring/liner wear protection.
The oil is designed to keep soot particles in suspension, even under the higher temperatures and acid levels of cooled EGR, so that the oil maintains optimum flow characteristics in cold weather and at operating temperatures.
TECHNICIAN TRAINING BROCHURE
Hunter Engineering has developed a brochure that illustrates the benefits of Hunter training. The company has more than 30 regional training facilities with full-time ASE-certified instructors and multiple service bays equipped with the latest technology in under-vehicle service equipment.
Hunter offers alignment courses for entry-level, mid-level and experienced technicians. Course topics include heavy-duty truck and trailer, light truck, SUV and car alignment services. Other courses educate technicians in advanced wheel balancing, vibration diagnosis, tire changing and brake machining procedures.
TECHNOLOGY BROCHURE
Karmak, Inc. offers a full-color corporate publication, Heavy Duty Technology Solutions.
This brochure provides an overview of the company’s long history serving the heavy-duty industry, its corporate partners, technology and customer services, as well as its complete heavy-duty business management systems.
Detailed information describes the company’s software solutions for unit sales, parts sales, inventory control, service management, accounting, lease and rental management and factory communications.
CORPORATE OVERVIEW BROCHURE
Champion Laboratories released a new 12-page brochure – with a tagline of “The Engine Set the World in Motion…We’ve Been There to Keep the Engine Running” – which includes the history of the company and landmark events, such as the spin-on oil filter and the creation of the Champ, Luber-finer, Kleener and PetroClear brands.
The brochure describes the seriousness with which Champion Laboratories takes its role as the world’s preeminent filter manufacturer and distributor, including its commitment to the global market, product performance for tough-duty operations, respect for the environment, ongoing research and development and customer service.
The brochure can be found at: www.champlabs.com/pdf/company/CorporateBrochure.pdf
HEAVY-DUTY PROGRAM BROCHURE
A brochure from Gates provides information on the company’s field reps, training, tool and changeover programs, as well as fleet surveys and VIN decoder.
The brochure also covers the company’s complete line of belts, tensioners and hoses for a variety of applications including air brakes, fuel lines, power steering circuits, air intake, turbochargers, cooling systems, transmissions, oil coolers and air conditioning.
Brief specifications of each product are included in the brochure.
ALIGNMENT BROCHURE
BeeLine has introduced a catalog highlighting its heavy-duty wheel alignment equipment. This full-color brochure features the company’s LC7000 series laser-guided computer alignment gauging system, the 21000 rear-axle aligner and the Smart Balancer.
Also highlighted are the on-the-floor alignment configurations and the mobile alignment system, as well as alignment accessories.
Action photos show how each product is used, and detailed information accompanies each.
TRANSMISSION COMPONENTS CATALOG
The heavy-duty division of Midwest Truck & Auto Parts, Inc., World American, has introduced a new catalog, Heavy Duty Differential and Manual Transmission Components. It contains more than 300 pages of differential and manual transmission parts for the heavy-duty aftermarket.
Filled with illustrations and product identification, this catalog proves to be a must-have for distributors, the company said. Access and free download of this catalog can be found at the company’s Web site, www.worldamerican.com.
SERVICE CENTER PROGRAM
A new brochure highlights the service centers from Mystik Lubricants, which can service automotive consumers as well as perform basic preventive maintenance for commercial fleets.
The brochure explains why you should consider opening a Mystik Service Center and explores the support you will get from the company. This includes management and operations training, access to the FleetSeek.com database, participation in the LubeAlert oil analysis program, advertising and promotions assistance and connections to key vendors.
It also contains information on the benefits from the two types of service center facilities: Type A, a fully branded outlet that conforms to the company’s building appearance standards, and Type B, a branded outlet that maintains its own building colors.
CHROME ACCESSORIES CATALOG
ArvinMeritor, Inc. offers the Euclid Chrome And Stainless Steel Accessories catalog. This full-color catalog features bumper hardware, exhaust products, exterior accessories, front wheel products, lighting products, simulators and more.
Included is an index by part number for easy reference. Detailed descriptions and pictures accompany each product, and charts illustrate product selection information.
