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Heil once again an independent business

Heil Trailer International, a leading global provider of engineered tank and specialty trailers for a diverse range of end markets including oil and gas and infrastructure, announced today the completion of its carve-out from Dover Corporation and sale to American Industrial Partners.
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Peterson releases 2012 Master Catalog

Peterson Manufacturing announced the release of its Master Catalog for 2012. TItled "Solutions On The Move", it contains over 276 pages of vehicle safety lighting products and accessories.
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Kögel invests in Burtenbach facility

Expecting growing trailer demand in the Eurozone, German trailer manufacturer Kögel has invested in an extension of its Burtenbach facility, adding an additional 6.5 hectares to the existing 40-hectares site.
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New kid on the Indian block: Tranztar

India is undergoing an infrastructure boom that is fuelling the domestic transport market. But, huge new opportunities are prompting truck makers like Asia Motor Works (AMW) to take the initiative and venture into the CV applications sector.
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Side lifter: The ultimate wharf tool

It is safe to say that containers are the lingua franca of world trade. They carry almost every good imaginable and can be moved seamlessly between a ship’s cargo hold, a trailer’s transport platform or a train wagon. But, finding a solution to manage the transshipment can be a tough task.
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How to transport float glass

Since 1905, when Belgian scientist Emile Fourcault first managed to produce an oversize sheet of glass, the transportation of flat glass has been a daunting task. And, although technology has advanced, it is still a specialist’s job that can be spoiled by a single drop of water.
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