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An Overview on Isuzu's 2010 Emissions Technology and Chassis Changes

The emission reduction changes mandated for 2010 U.S. diesel chassis are on the horizon. A number of significant differences between 2009 and 2010 chassis will impact everyone in the supply chain, from the makers of the chassis to sweeper manufacturers to the people who buy them.

In this article, Rob Cadle, Manager of Product Planning for Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, offers an in-depth analysis of the changes in his company's 2010 chassis, as well as an overview of the 2010 regulations and how they will affect chassis cost and vehicle longevity.

(In its December 2009 edition, Better Roads magazine also offers a great chassis comparison article.)

Mini Sweepers Finding Their Place in the American Marketplace

A fine snapshot of what the mini class of sweepers -- a relatively new class of sweepers to the U.S. -- can do. In light of the niche these mini machines fill, it's a good reminder to fleet managers to evaluate how their own sweeper mix might benefit from utilizing the mini class of machines. Read the story.

The Essential Information You Need About Pressure Washers

They're a necessity, not an option. Read the story.

Buying vs. Leasing Your Sweepers

Determine whether buying or leasing is your best purchase option. Read the story.

What to Look For When Purchasing a Used Sweeper

If you're considering the purchase of a used sweeper, here's what you need to know. Read the story.

GPS: Is Now the Time?

GPS systems have come into their own as sweeper tracking devices. Here's an overview of the current marketplace, as well as what others have learned to look for in a GPS and its accompanying management software.Read the story.

Sweeper Fan CFM Ratings: Are You Getting What You Think You Are?

There's more to an air sweeper's fan system than a cubic feet per minute (CFM) rating. Fan pro, Leon Drake, provides insight into what to look for and how to keep your machine sweeping at top efficiency.Read the story.

An Overview of Sweeper Types

Written by WorldSweeper.com editor, Ranger Kidwell-Ross, covers the different types of road sweepers currently available in the U.S. market. Read about it. A pdf version of the paper is also available.

Care and Feeding of Your Backpack Blower

Five experienced sweeping contractors discuss what they look for in a backpack blower, as well as how they maximize the service life of their blowers. Read about it.

Onboard Computers Combine Science and Sweeping

Somewhat dated overview of what's available for keeping track of your sweeper and operator. A more recent article, GPS: Is Now the Time?, provides a more up-to-date coverage of this topic. Read about it.

Gutter Broom 101

Roy Hedstrom, one-time Elgin marketing manager and now broom wholesaler to the manufacturers, gives his slant to choosing a curb or main broom and then getting the longest service life from them. Read about it.

Choosing a Gutter Broom

Jack Moran, of Keystone Plastics, provides the lowdown on what to look for in a choosing a gutter broom. Read about it.

Study Shows Backpack Blowers Highly Cost-Effective

Story written in conjunction with Robin Pendergrast, ECHO blower consultant, shows that use of backpack blowers is cost-effective when compared to other methods for doing the same work. Read about it.