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Recovery
mission
Just over a decade after its foundation, Autocraft Recovery
has become a major player in the field of roadside vehicle
assistance – specializing in all areas of recovery,
from the smallest jobs to the most difficult. Sean Mulholland,
Managing Director, spoke to Irish Trucker.
MK
Supplies goes from strength to strength
In less than two years, MK Supplies has earned a reputation
as one of the midlands’ leading stockists of truck
and trailer parts, and accessories. Proprietor Martin
Killeen recently took time out from his busy schedule
to talk to Irish Trucker and Light Commercials magazine
about what the Co. Kildare-based company has to offer.
Sean
Kelly's big break
Sean Kelly Commercials (& Breakers) Ltd. is a long-standing,
highly-regarded family business now in its 27th year.
Since its inception in the early 1980s, the County Tyrone
based company has gone from strength to strength.
Action
Cancer, Northern Ireland - Big Bus
In keeping with its longstanding tradition of giving
back to the communities in which it operates, Alcoa
Wheel Products is proud to announce its support of Action
Cancer, Northern Ireland’s leading cancer charity,
with the donation of a set of Alcoa Dura-Bright®
wheels.
A
nice touch
CunninghamÕs Commercial Refinishing are at the forefront
of their field of expertise and workshop manager Alvin
Mulroe spoke to Irish Trucker about the success of the
company.
The
perfect fit
For 25 years now, Down Garage Equipment Services has
been providing everything one could possibly need to
get a garage workshop up and running from scratch. Irish
Trucker visited the company premises on Moneyreagh Road,
just outside Belfast, to investigate the comprehensive
range of products and services on offer.
A
commercial success
O’Shea Commercials Ltd. was originally founded
by Sean and Mary O’Shea over 25 years ago. Sean
is still head of this family-run business, which has
grown from strength to strength over the years.
New
light on reflective films from Avery Graphics
Self-adhesive reflective films have been around for
many years, in many qualities, for many different applications.
Reversing
safely with Greensight
There’s a certain skill when reversing, especially
in situations with obscured vision or in confined spaces
with little room to manoeuvre.
Ireland
gets 100% road mapping coverage
GPS Ireland, Ireland’s leading GPS consultancy
firm, has confirmed that Irish motorists are to benefit
from 100% road coverage mapping - the most detailed
mapping yet available for Ireland.
Alcoa
Workhorse TM Wheel
Alcoa Wheel Products Europe has developed, together
with DaimlerChrysler, a new wheel for the Axor construction
vehicle.
Lite
begins to shine on company's fortunes
After some initial discomfort, Foamalite is now thriving
in the knowledge that turnover is healthy, staff levels
are increasing and plans are in place to build a new
premises within the next year. Cian O Raghallaigh reports.
Investment
in new premises gives added momentum to transmission
service
Adtec Aerauto have been involved in the remanufacturing,
repairing and supplying of transmissions, axles and
steering assemblies for a number of years. The opening
of a new purpose-built head office close to Navan, Co.Meath,
is another example of the continuous development of
the company as managing director Kieran Mulvany explained
to Cian O Raghallaigh.
For
all your plant and machinery needs
MJ Toland Enterprises Ltd is your one-stop shop for
all your plant and machinery needs. Here, parts manager
Mark Toland provides us with the lowdown on what the
thriving Derry-based concern has to offer.
Dennison
expands parts business
Dennison Fast Parts, the all makes semi-trailer parts
operation of Dennison Trailers, is expanding its operations
with the appointment of two new sales executives.
Alcoa
Dura-Bright wheels - a revolution in wheel maintenance!
Alcoa Wheel Products Europe announces that from now
on Alcoa Dura-Bright® wheels are also available
in Europe. These wheels are a huge success in the USA
and Alcoa is confident they will also be in Europe.
Dura-Bright
to shine in Limerick
If you are in the market for a set of high quality alloy
truck wheels, you should check out Midland Tyres Services’
trade stand at the Irish Truck and Motor Show.
Speed
Wash has gone barking mad
Speed Wash, one of Ireland’s leading producers
of power washing solutions has gone barking mad, with
the launch of its K9 Wash, the only dog wash to be manufactured
in the country.
Hi-Power's
new facility in Northern Ireland
Hi-Power Ltd., leading suppliers and installers of Hydraulics,
P.T.Os, Winches and Lubrication Equipment recently opened
its new facility at Unit F, 9 Michelin Road, Mallusk,
Newtownabbey BT36 4PT.
VBG,
Fontaine and York Big D products are now all available
from Ireland's leading supplier of coupling equipment
for the commercial vehicle market!
Newbridge Metal Products Ltd. is the Irish agent for
VBG, the world’s largest manufacturer of automatic
drawbar couplings for heavy goods vehicles.
Applying
the brakes
Mintex Brake Distributors Ireland, based in Greenhills
Industrial Estate, Walkinstown, Dublin is one of the
leading brake distributors to the trade in the country.
Owner Brinsley Sheridan gave John Loughran an overview
of the company’s operations.
Hella
- The leading light company expands Trucker range
In line with total commitment to providing top quality
lighting products Hella have now a complete product
programme for both Trucker and 4x4 customers.
Don't
get left behind!
Transport Components is Ireland’s leading importer
and distributor of commercial vehicle and PSV parts.
Putting
the Tech into garage equipment
Tech Plus Ltd has represented all the leading players
in the garage and tyre equipment sector for more than
a decade. Managing director Brian O'Neill gave Irish
Trucker a tour of the company's impressive showrooms
and training school.
Turning
commercial vehicle breaking on its head
Truck Dismantlers Ireland was established to plug a
perceived gap in the market for quality second-hand
truck parts. Managing director Adrian McElvaney and
parts manager Eamonn McKenna gave Irish Trucker an overview
of the company's operations.
TurboChip
has the answers
If you are looking to increase your truck’s power,
performance and fuel efficiency, TurboChip Ltd, based
in Shercock, Co. Cavan has all the answers.
Transairvac's
latest discharge package
Transairvac International Ltd, specialises in the supply
of equipment and systems for the discharge of product
from cement, powder, liquid - unique contactless machine-animal
feed and vacuum tankers.
Thermo
King launches Smart Reefer
For most operators of a transport temperature control
system, the refrigeration unit is not the most important
aspect of the equipment.
Triace
- Pressure Cleaning Systems
Triace Ltd has specialised in the manufacture of pressure
cleaning systems for the Irish and export markets for
more than 20 years. The company's mission statement
is to manufacture and supply reliable and effective
pressure washing solutions at competitive prices.
The
towbar people break new ground
The McCabe family from Rathdowney in Co. Laois has been
synonymous with towbar manufacture for the past 50 years.
Their company Modern Iron Works Ltd also has a fine
reputation for the supply of stainless steel truck bars,
light bars and crew cab canopies.
Accessorise!
M.O.M. Truck Accessories, based at the Myler Industrial
Complex, Ballincollig, Co. Cork burst onto the scene
in 1999 when hard working haulier Martin O'Mahony spotted
a niche in the market for a home-grown truck accessories
business, which was tuned in to the unique needs of
the Irish market.
Alcoa
launches 'ALprotect'
ALprotect is a temporary protective coating to protect
aluminium wheels during winter time from dirt, salt
and oxidation.
Mike
Harris heads up Akzo Nobel Car Refinishes Ireland
Akzo
Nobel has announced the appointment of Mike Harris as
Managing Director of Akzo Nobel Car Refinishes Ireland.
Formerly the Marketing Manager for UK and Ireland, Harris
took over at the beginning of January.
Let's
get Digital
Print & Display Digital Ltd., was established in
1998 and is Ireland’s recognised leader in the
field of large format digital printing. Digitally printed
livery for commercial vehicles now forms a significant
part of the company’s output, which also embraces
building meshes, fully wrapped buses and promotional
jeeps and vans.
Keeping
the wheels turning
In the world of commercial vehicle drive shaft manufacture
Gregory Driveshafts has few peers. Words: John Loughran"
Adding
the gloss
You just can't beat the look of a freshly painted truck.
It turns heads, draws admiring glances and exudes class.
Pat Jennings and Austin Flavin, of paint specialists
Lakkerman Ltd "glossed" over the finer details
of the paint industry with John Loughran.
Varta
launches new CV battery
Short-lived replacement batteries for commercial vehicles
are about to become a thing of the past with the UK
aftermarket launch of the new Varta PROmotive battery.
Clean
as a whistle
Kelly Cleaning Equipment Ltd , based in Killybegs Road,
Donegal Town represents a host of well known companies
including Karcher, AC, Fini, A-Wash, Aircosse and Crown
in supplying everything from pressure washers to pallet
trucks. Manager Pat Burke gave Irish Trucker the guided
tour.
Roadlink
secures new Investors In People standard
A commitment to staff training at Roadlink International
Ltd, the commercial vehicle parts distribution specialists
in Willenhall, West Midlands, has helped to secure Investors
in People (IiP) recognition for the second time in three
years.
Philips
presents the new European catalogue 2003/2004
Worldwide market leader in automotive lighting, Philips
has just published its new European catalogue 2003/2004
incorporating all product ranges aimed at the light
vehicle, heavy duty and motorcycle markets.
Roadlink
to distribute SAF trailer parts
Leading CV parts distributor Roadlink International
Ltd. has added SAF to its prestigious portfolio of truck
and trailer components available from its central warehouse
in the West Midlands.
Volvo
unveil upgraded dynafleet telematics system
Volvo’s Dynafleet telematic system is setting new
standards for transport information and now it has been
upgraded to make it even more user-friendly and provide
greater potential for advanced driver and vehicle follow-up.
Let
there be light
Commercial Diesel and Electrical based in Carrigtwohill
in Co Cork has
specialised in starter and alternator repairs for almost
40 years, but since 1997
it has lit up the world of commercial vehicle lighting.
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