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New LED maximizes light output SoundOff Signal’s 120 Series LED Slim Line Clearance/Marker light has a PC/P2 rating, allowing for the decr...

November 1, 2006
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New LED maximizes light output
SoundOff Signal’s 120 Series LED Slim Line Clearance/Marker light has a PC/P2 rating, allowing for the decrease in the number of LED marker and clearance lights by four as mandated by the federal motor vehicle safety standards and features a sophisticated internal pipe design, sonic-welded lens and a potted back to prevent moisture and dust damage.
SoundOff Signal


Mobil video manager boasts versatility
The Schlage Mobile Video Manager (MVM) from Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies supports up to four cameras, features dual-viewing windows, provides remote PTZ camera control and is water and dust resistant. Video captured from the compact Schlage MVM can be sent via cellular, wireless, mesh or LAN/WAN networks.
Ingersoll Rand Technologies

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Online visual guide simplifies air cleaner selection for clients
Donaldson Co. Inc. has launched an online air cleaner selection chart that provides clients a more efficient way to determine which cleaner best suits their needs. The chart displays product photos and airflow diagrams.
Donaldson Co. Inc.


Radio frequency transmitter/receiver aids in safety monitoring
Complete Mfg. unveiled the Student Alert System, a patent-pending radio frequency transmitter/receiver that enables communication between local school buses and the homes within the routes that the driver services. The safety and communications device helps prevent missed-bus and student-abduction scenarios.
Complete Mfg.


New bus wash formula offers high-foam efficiency
Kafko International’s proprietary Oil Eater Bus Wash formula effectively removes dirt, grease, diesel and bird dropping with efficiency and ease. The tough, high-foam wash can be diluted up to 60:1 and works in hard or soft water.
Kafko International


Driver monitoring device gives digital-voice warnings
DriveTronics LLC’s Digital Assistant Driver, or Co-Pilot, electronically monitors bus drivers’ actions and provides instant feedback via a digital voice that tells them which driving rule they violated. The device monitors up to 30 driving parameters, including speeding, hard cornering and idling.
DriveTronics LLC


Bulk wire drums offered at discount
Waytek’s automotive and cross-linked wire is now available in barrels/drums, providing a savings of up to 40 percent on the per-foot price. The wire is currently in stock and ready for same-day shipping for most orders.
Waytek Inc.

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All-electric hot-water pressure washer ideal for indoor cleaning
Ideal for industrial indoor cleaning, Hotsy’s HWE Series all-electric hot-water pressure washer features an industrial-strength engine with thermal overload protection and produces water pressure of 2,000 to 3,000 pounds per square inch. It also includes an auto-start function.
Hotsy

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