Preparing Heavy Equipment Cooling Systems for Summer
Summer can change the workload on heavy equipment pretty quickly. A machine that handled a normal shift comfortably in mild weather may start running hotter when temperatures climb, especially when it’s working under a heavy load for hours at a time. That doesn’t necessarily mean there’s a major problem with the engine. Sometimes the cooling […]
How Coolants Help Prevent Engine Overheating
An engine doesn’t have to be pushed to its limit before heat becomes a problem. A truck sitting in traffic on a hot day, a loader working through a long cycle, or a fleet vehicle climbing a steep grade can all generate substantial heat. The cooling system has to deal with it while the engine […]
The Importance of Freeze Protection in Commercial Fleets
Winter has a way of exposing weak points in fleet maintenance. A truck that ran without trouble through the summer can suddenly become a problem when temperatures drop and equipment sits outside overnight. Coolant is one of those maintenance items that’s easy to overlook until the weather turns cold. For commercial fleets, freeze protection isn’t […]
Understanding PRO X Quality Assured: A Commitment to Excellence
When you’re responsible for keeping equipment running, the label on a lubricant or fluid means very little if the product doesn’t perform when it matters. Maintenance teams need to know what they’re putting into an engine, hydraulic system, transmission, or cooling system, and they need confidence that the product will deliver the same level of […]
Understanding the Difference Between Conventional and Extended Life Coolants
Coolant is one of those vehicle fluids that tends to get overlooked until something goes wrong. Most drivers know it keeps the engine from getting too hot, but there’s more to the story than that. The coolant circulating through the system also helps protect metal components from corrosion and keeps the cooling system working properly […]
How Engine Coolants Protect Against Corrosion
Most people think about coolant when the weather gets cold or when an engine starts running hotter than it should. Corrosion is less obvious. It develops inside the cooling system, often where the driver can’t see it, and can gradually affect metal components that have to withstand heat and constant contact with coolant. A cooling […]
Signs Your Equipment May Need a Coolant Inspection
Equipment doesn’t always make it obvious when something is wrong with the cooling system. An engine may continue running while coolant levels slowly drop, hoses begin to deteriorate, or corrosion starts building inside the system. By the time the temperature gauge climbs or the machine shuts down, a small maintenance issue may have already turned […]
Understanding the Difference Between Conventional and Extended Life Coolants
Coolant is one of those vehicle fluids that tends to get overlooked until something goes wrong. Most drivers know it keeps the engine from getting too hot, but there’s more to the story than that. The coolant circulating through the system also helps protect metal components from corrosion and keeps the cooling system working properly […]
When to Choose PRO X HD 50/50 A/F GREEN for Your Fleet
Keeping a fleet ready for work involves a lot more than changing engine oil and checking tire pressure. Cooling systems deserve attention too, especially when vehicles and equipment spend long hours under load. A truck pulling a trailer, a construction machine working through a hot afternoon, or a fleet vehicle sitting in stop-and-go traffic all […]
How PRO X Chemical Solutions Improve Shop Efficiency
A busy repair shop can lose a surprising amount of time on small jobs. A technician may spend several extra minutes cleaning grease from a component before an inspection. Another technician may need to remove brake dust before installing new parts. Someone else is looking for the right cleaning product while a vehicle is waiting […]