Work Truck Logo
MenuMENU
SearchSEARCH

Upfitting

Articlesby Joe BohnJuly 1, 2008

Cycling Truck Bodies: Is It a Good or Bad Idea?

As the cost of truck bodies increases due to rising material costs, recycling bodies on new chassis can become more attractive. However, the cost of vehicle downtime to allow for remounting needs to be taken into account.

Read More →
Articlesby Joe BohnJuly 1, 2008

How to Select & Specify Service Bodes

Developing an optimum service body specification selection requires considerable forethought. Research available options and utilize end-user input to guide your decision.

Read More →
Articlesby Joe BohnJanuary 1, 2008

What is the Safety Value of Cargo Partitions in Vans?

Cargo partitions add safety and security to fleet vans and can be utilized to turn the front of the cab into a work space.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Articlesby StaffSeptember 1, 2007

How to Determine a Truck’s Maximum Net Payload

With increased upfitting of trucks to specific job applications, fleet managers may have a more difficult time selecting the right chassis to handle the load. A simple formula can help avoid this difficulty.

Read More →
Articlesby Sean LydenSeptember 1, 2007

8 Mistakes to Avoid Spec’ing a Medium-Duty Truck Chassis

Even the most seasoned fleet managers occasionally misjudge truck specs. Following are the eight most common offenses committed and how to correct them before it’s too late.

Read More →
Articlesby Mike AntichMarch 1, 2007

Upfit Specs Can Reduce Workers Comp Claims

Workers’ comp claims resulting from use of upfitted equipment is on the rise. Poor upfitting decisions often result in expensive litigation to defend against alleged negligence.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
ArticlesNovember 1, 2002

Can Your Vehicles Carry the Load?

To obtain the proper vehicle for the job, determine the requirements the vehicle needs to fulfill.

Read More →