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New (and improved) alternative-fuel rules; "distressed areas eligible for monies
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Equipment operating on highways and streets that have been treated with deicing chemicals is susceptible to rust and corrosion as never before.
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Beginning June 15, all on-road engines must use S15 diesel. Here's how this requirement will affect budgets, maintenance intervals, and performance.
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The EPA weighs in on drinking water, sewage sludge, and clean beaches.
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As increasing fuel costs, mounting environmental concerns, and the need to refurbish ailing fleets as the newer ultra-low-sulfur diesel (ULSD) take their toll on engines, fleet managers are seeking alternatives that won't destroy carefully negotiated budgets.
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As prices drop, real-time tracking and dispatching systems are no longer an option reserved for police, fire, and emergency services.
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Instead of using manual, mechanical testing methods, today's cars, trucks, and heavy equipment require computerized troubleshooting, which is often expensive. However, Jake Stucky of Missoula, Montana, has found some cost-saving solutions.
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Truck safety is a matter of life and death. That's why equipment inspections and safety training should be regular tasks in the routine of every well-run public works fleet.
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Nick Woodhead, the President of U.S. Jetting, weighs in with some sound advice on the right equipment for your sewer cleaning job.