Information is a power tool
Proper documentation requires better use of computers.
Oct 1 2012 | Posted in Maintenance | Read More »
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Operations
Ventilation is key
Properly cleaning HVAC units is time consuming, but the payoff is well worth it.
Sep 1 2012 | Posted in Maintenance | Read More »
5 steps to a stronger supply chain
Do these four scenarios sound familiar?
Sep 1 2012 | Posted in Maintenance | Read More »
Brake check technology: real time, all the time
Electronic monitoring addresses the CVSA inspection standard.
Aug 1 2012 | Posted in Maintenance | Read More »
Air disc or drum, spec and maintain
Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake LLC regards brakes as the most fundamental vehicle safety system.
Aug 1 2012 | Posted in Maintenance | Read More »
Not always about hard hits
These four experienced specialists equip their shops more than the average maintenance facility in preparation for the worst that can happen, but spoke with BUSRide about what else goes on in their shops.
Jul 1 2012 | Posted in Maintenance | Read More »
Volvo D13 delivers more with less
The Volvo D13 diesel engine represents a significant step in fuel efficiency, emissions compliance and driver convenience for North American motorcoach operators.
Dec 30 2011 | Posted in Operations | Read More »
Seven reasons to embrace hybridized energy storage
Advantages of pairing ultracapacitors with batteries outweigh the drawbacks By Brendan Andrews A number of factors in play for engineers considering hybridized energy storage may raise questions over the complexities and of increased costs for dual-storage systems. The electronics required for balancing separate batteries and ultracapacitors in one component may also be a concern. The [...]
Jul 1 2011 | Posted in Maintenance | Read More »
What operators need to know about Lumen ratings
Understanding the difference between raw and effective output is critical By Ryan Mayrand In LED lighting technology, Lumens are the standard unit of measure used to describe how well a light source will illuminate objects. Because operators typically rely on output to evaluate LED lights, many manufacturers prominently tout high lumen numbers on product literature. [...]
Jul 1 2011 | Posted in Maintenance | Read More »
