Archive for 2019
A Farmer’s Experience with Aluminum Work Truck Bodies
When we set out to build something, we build it right. With Knapheide’s new Aluminum PGNB Gooseneck Body, you’ll be able to carry out your day-to-day tasks without any worries. Watch how Aaron Ball, Farm Manager, utilizes his Knapheide AL-PGNB on the job. See More Agriculture Products View Ag Truck Bodies
Read MoreOSHA’s Most Common Safety Offenses
If you’re in business, then you’re familiar with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the standards they enforce to help employers maintain healthful working conditions. Since the early ‘70s, OSHA has helped keep employers and employees safe while at work. Adhering to their guidelines is not only beneficial to the health of your…
Read MoreAn Electrician’s Long Legacy of Choosing Knapheide Truck Bodies
Since 1848, we have been a family-owned company led by six generations of the Knapheide family. We are proud to say that some of our best customers are multi-generational as well, like J.F. Electric in Edwardsville, Ill. The KUVcc Is Ideal For The Electric Industry View KUVcc Bodies Truck Bodies Built For The Electrical Industry…
Read MoreWhat Does a Fleet Management Company Do?
As technology, regulations and the size of corporate fleets have grown, so has the need for optimized and efficient vehicle fleet management. Today, fleet management companies offer a substantial list of services, including vehicle acquisition, spec’ing, telematics, lifecycle management, fuel management, maintenance programs, roadside assistance, vehicle delivery, insurance, compliance and more. So why would a…
Read More5 Tips for Safely Operating a Dump Truck
A work truck body with dumping capability, whether it’s a dump body, platform, landscaper or something else with a lifting apparatus, can be a life saver. However, the many moving parts and heavy weight of dumping operations make these dangerous tools if not operated properly. Here are 5 things to keep in mind when working…
Read MoreWhere To Look When You Need A New Upfitted Work Truck Fast
You never know when you might need a work truck in a hurry. Breakdowns and accidents happen, and they can quickly bring your work to a halt. Regardless of the reason, quick access to ready-to-work trucks is within reach. So where do you turn when you need that service truck or flatbed now? Local Commercial…
Read MoreThe Latest Tech Tools for Contractors
The days of the a simple hammer, square and a tape measure being all you need to get the job done are gone. While these are still viable tools, there’s been a great deal of advancement in contractor tool technology that makes your job easier than ever before. Here are some of our favorite new…
Read More7 Used Work Truck Buying Tips
1. Maintenance & Service History Many times, commercial trucks will have a pretty comprehensive maintenance and service history recorded by the company who bought it new and put it into service. Obviously this is easier to obtain if you are purchasing a one-owner commercial vehicle. Check this over thoroughly ensuring all recommended maintenance intervals were…
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