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" Automatic coupling systems are
being developed, but this technology
is still early in development. "
»The Fontaine SL7LWB725024
Fifth Wheel Assembly.
Photo courtesy of Fontaine Fifth Wheel
Aaron Puckett, vice president of fleet sales for Fontaine Fifth Wheel.
properly coupled to a fifth wheel with ELI-te,
four high-intensity white LEDs illuminate the
kingpin and lockjaws, making inspection easier.
A failed coupling attempt triggers daytime-visible, flashing red LEDs on both sides of the fifth
wheel to alert drivers that the vehicle is not
ready for motion.
Nissen says the addition of ELI-te technology
does not unduly burden a service technician.
" The ELI-te option features robust electrical components, including a sealed one-piece
harness, long-life LEDs, durable inductive
sensors, and a steel-encased logic module to
ensure reliable operation, " Nissen says. " The
maintenance for the
ELI-te is relatively easy. It
requires minimal preventive
maintenance with only normal
cleaning and visual inspections
of the wiring harness and sensors
to check for secure mounting and
plug-in connections. "
Another example of how technology is
impacting fifth wheel management is the
mobile app developed by Fontaine Fifth Wheel.
The app includes functionality such as parts
lookup, truck spec'ing, how-to information and
videos, and troubleshooting support.
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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of march2021
Uptime: Can you outsource your in-house maintenance department?
Editor's Note: Contributing to the Right to Repair
Equipment: The impacts of suspension maintenance
In the Bay: Advances in reefer management are heating up
Shop Operations: The next generation of CMMS
Under Vehicle: Technology lends fleets a hand with fifth wheels
Tech Trends: A streamlined fleet
Management: Keeping honest KPIs
Training: Overcoming the technician language barrier
Fleet Parts & Components
Tools & Equipment
Guest Editorial: Improving tire management using scrap tire analysis
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march2021 - Equipment: The impacts of suspension maintenance
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march2021 - Tech Trends: A streamlined fleet
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march2021 - Training: Overcoming the technician language barrier
march2021 - Fleet Parts & Components
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