This build is a special one—Peterbilt Motors Company reached out and asked us to build this 2025 Peterbilt 536 hooklift truck for NTEA Work Truck Week 2025, March 4-7 in Indianapolis and we’re pretty excited to share why. This truck is running a Swaploader SL-214 hoist with U-Lock Assembly. We’re proud to be partnering with Swaploader & Peterbilt of Atlanta to bring this setup to life.
But the real reason Peterbilt wanted to showcase this truck? The all-new TX8 transmission. This thing brings some awesome new features to the table and, maybe more importantly, gives users access to more service locations to keep their trucks running strong.
We’re pumped to have been a part of this build, and we’d love to hear what you guys think. Drop a comment below and let us know!
If you would like to get a hold of this truck in the coming weeks please reach out to us at (989)-802-0907 for more info.
Whether you’re looking for better storage solutions, more organization in your work van or customizable setups that work for your business, our KVE has you covered. In this video, we take you through the different Knapheide Van Equipment configurations and how they can transform your van into a highly functional mobile workspace. 💪
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• Customizable storage systems designed for your business needs
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For more information and to explore the full range of Knapheide Van Equipment, visit the KVE-specific page on our website here: https://www.knapheide.com/van-equipment/
In this video, we break down the design elements that make our Water Trucks, the top of the line for tough, everyday work. Engineered for efficiency, durability, and power. Venture into a behind the scenes tour on how these Premium Water Trucks are made. Scelzi Enterprises upholds their standards in quality for every truck body they make. The premium choice for your business.
The 2026 Ford Ranger Super Duty has officially been revealed! This video will show you everything you need to know about the NEW Ford Ranger Super Duty. We’ll break down the details, specs, and key features of this Ultimate Work Truck!
You already know the legendary Ford Super Duty, now imagine that power in a more compact size! The Ford Ranger Super Duty is the perfect combination of the reliability and capability of the Ford Ranger, with an enhanced chassis and impressive payload capacity worthy of the Super Duty.
A detailed overview of the NEW Ranger Super Duty
First impressions of the design and interior of the 2026 Ford Ranger Super Duty
Discussion of potential engines and transmissions for the Ford Ranger Super Duty
Comparisons to the current ford ranger lineup, including the ford ranger 2024, ford ranger raptor, and ford ranger tremor
Predictions about the price and availability of the New Ranger Super Duty
Discussion of competitors and market positioning for the Ford Ranger
This detailed walk-around of the all-electric 2024 E-Transit Van will show you the everything this electric vehicle has to offer for businesses of all kinds. Learn more about the ample cargo space in the E-Transit, how to charge it and how easy it can be to own and maintain this electric vehicle.
The Ford Pro Vehicle Integration System 2.0 helps upfitters program different uplift functions without the need to cut into the dashboard and splice into wires. See how Medix Specialty Vehicles is using the Vehicle Integration System 2.0 to quickly give their upfitted ambulances convenient, reliable features.
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Knapheide’s steel Combo Body provides users with the best of both worlds – a service body and a platform body, all rolled into one – but it might not be the best solution for those trying to conserve payload capacity. And because Knapheide understands that work trucks aren’t one-size-fits-all, we set out to create a new, lighter weight option.
This Aluminum Combo Body prototype provides the same great benefits as its steel counterpart – durable construction and a design combining the service and platform bodies – but with the added benefit of being more lightweight, which made it a perfect fit for our customer’s Ford E-Transit chassis.
Now, check out the video to learn more from Sean Rowe, Knapheide Regional Sales Manager – Northeast, about the benefits of and features shown on this Aluminum Combo Body.
In this video, we will be talking about grapple truck safety and brush material preparation. The goal of this video is to make you more safe, cautious, and aware around a grapple truck and to demonstrate how to efficiently prepare brush material for the grapple operator.
First, let’s discuss blindspots. Avoid these blindspots highlighted in red. From a ground perspective, you may be able to see the grapple operator, but this is not the case when sitting up top by the grapple controls. If you need to enter the blindspot, make verbal or visual contact with the operator before entering. While in the blindspot, do not loiter. Grab what you need and exit the blindspot as soon as possible.
Next, be aware of the grapple’s distance at which it can reach. The Prentice grapple has a reach of up to 24 feet while the Palfinger grapple has a reach of up to 32 feet. Other grapple models may also have a different reach. If you are unsure, ask your crew leader or production manager. Please also be aware that any grapple’s reach can be extended further based on the length of the debris it is carrying. Regardless, when within the reach of the boom, always be alert of the boom location and have a heightened sense of awareness. Never walk under the boom/grapple.
Another aspect of a grapple truck to be cautious of are the outriggers. There are outriggers on both sides of the boom that are lowered before use. They are a serious and major crushing hazard. Be aware of these outriggers and their crushing risks at all times when within this area.
Now let’s talk about material preparation. This highlighted section here is the log staging area. Logs are to be stacked near the grapple box so that they can be loaded last and on top of the smaller material. This helps pack more material in the bed by compacting the smaller brush. These large logs will be the first to come out if they are being kept as firewood or sawlogs. Sawlogs should be approximately 8.5 feet long, but firewood can be longer. The logs should be free of sticks and leafy debris for easy pick-up and loading. Any material being dumped for mulch should be no longer than 8 feet. When bringing in material from outside of the grapple’s reach, it should be left as whole as possible in order to reduce trips back and forth. Once it is brought inside the grapple zone, cut all unions and all pieces to 8 feet in length or less. As mentioned earlier, this will compact the brush, save space, and ensure that it will fit inside the grapple box. Smaller debris should be piled by the back of the grapple truck in this location as it is one of the easiest and most visible spots for the grapple operator.
And that’s pretty much it! For any questions or for hands-on training, please reach out to your crew leader or production manager.
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Ian Lahmer, vice president of sales and marking for Venco Venturo Industries, discusses the company’s history with NTEA, plans for the future and more at Work Truck Week 2024. Tune in to learn more about what this family-owned company has its sights set on next.
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