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Updated Oct 21, 2009

By Truck Parts & Service Staff

OTC Offers Versatile TPM Electronic Torque Wrench
OTC, an SPX brand, introduced its new TPM Electronic Torque Wrench (P/N 3833-25) which the company said is designed specifically for use on TPM sensor nuts and will cover torque requirements from 10 to 120 inch-pounds, eliminating the need for multiple wrenches.
Current TPM sensor nut torque requirements range from 12 to 106 inch-pounds and conventional torque wrenches do not cover this range in a single wrench, according to OTC.

The OTC 3833-25 TPM Electronic Torque Wrench design combines the accuracy of an electronic torque wrench with the speed and ease of a mechanical style, the company said. Other key features include a slide bar for quickly setting the torque requirements, indexing head for spinning the nut down easily and flashing LED light with audible beep when torque limit has been met.

Panelite Unveils Stainless Trim for Aero-styled Trucks
Panelite announced new stainless steel trim options for the Peterbilt 386, Kenworth T660 and Freightliner Cascadia that are now available from Panelite Custom Truck Accessories.

“In response to the growing popularity of aerodynamic model Class 8 trucks, Panelite has developed an extensive line of decorative stainless steel trim accessories and lighting for the new aero models, including the Peterbilt 386, Freightliner Cascadia and Kenworth T660,” said Sean Whitfield, Panelite vice president of sales and marketing. “In keeping with the traditional values of Panelite Custom Truck Accessories, these products were designed with signature Panelite-styling, meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to quality.”

Grote Debuts LEDs in Thin Sheets
Grote Industries unveiled its new LED technology, LightForm, that uses LEDs in ultra-thin plastic strips that can be placed inside and outside the truck, affixed by the same adhesive used in conspicuity tape.

LightForm is a highly advanced, solid-state lighting device embedded in film less than 1 millimeter thick, according to the company.

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