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ProductsMay 27, 2010

Servicefinder; Routefinder Pro 9.0

Transfinder’s Servicefinder is a browser-based solution for school bus fleet maintenance. Routefinder Pro 9.0 is the latest version of the company's school bus routing software.

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Newsby StaffMay 14, 2010

Bill would set penalties for operating poorly maintained buses

New Connecticut legislation would establish fines for school bus companies if they fail to abide by state Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) inspection orders, and impose a fine of up to $2,500 on operations that transport students and file false statements with the DMV regarding maintenance, repair or use of a school bus.

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Newsby StaffMay 10, 2010

Additional IC Bus University class scheduled

Due to growing demand, another session of the school bus manufacturer’s maintenance training program will be held the week of Aug. 16. Fifty-four technicians attended last week’s session.

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Newsby StaffMay 5, 2010

NAPT Summit program details announced

The association’s annual conference will feature Professional Development Series courses and workshops on such topics as managing human resources, writing an effective bid and developing a preventive maintenance plan. The Portland, Ore., event will also include a two-day trade show.

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Newsby StaffMarch 31, 2010

Arsenault offers updated maintenance software

Dossier Version 5.1 includes features that remind users to file orders with parts suppliers and track whether vehicles are meeting performance thresholds. Technicians can clock in and out on repair orders for accurate reporting of time spent on jobs.

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Newsby StaffMarch 17, 2010

Blue Bird presents at Propane Engine Fuel Summit

Company officials spoke to attendees about the Propane-Powered Vision Type C school and activity bus, noting that the 77-passenger unit meets and exceeds all federal and Canadian motor vehicle safety standards and yields lower fuel, maintenance and operating costs.

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Newsby StaffMarch 16, 2010

New software assists with fleet maintenance management

Transfinder’s browser-based solution, Servicefinder, includes features and tools to help pupil transportation personnel track parts and inventory, schedule preventive maintenance and work orders, and monitor fuel consumption.

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Newsby StaffMarch 15, 2010

Durham fleet achieves 100-percent inspection rating

Durham School Services operates 99 routes for Tacoma (Wash.) Public Schools and also provides maintenance services for the 70 district-owned buses used for special-education routes.

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ArticlesMarch 12, 2010

Top Shops 2010

This year for our annual series, we've profiled five maintenance programs at school district and contractor fleets around the country that have led them to excel on state inspections. They have also helped to reduce the operations' costs and enhance safety.

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Articlesby Kelly AguinaldoMarch 12, 2010

Tire Maintenance Best Practices

Officials at tire companies, along with technicians, say that checking for proper inflation, axle alignment and tread depth helps keep tires in good condition. They also provide tips on mounting, inspection, repair and replacement.

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