The latest mechanic’ s bodies from Knapheide are the company’ s aluminum AKMS and AKMT product lines. The
AKMS body can be equipped with an electric service crane and AKMT aluminum models have a steel isolated crane compartment that helps transfer torsional stress from the crane into the floor and outriggers. called service cranes and mechanic’ s bodies workhorses.
“ Uptime is critical to the operator, so these vehicles are designed to be durable in all kinds of conditions, across all kinds of terrain,” he said.“ They deliver consistent performance over the lifespan of the unit so they can be used to reliably and efficiently get another piece of equipment up and running.”
A key feature of today’ s mechanic’ s trucks, according to Brian Christ, product management specialist at Knapheide, is that they can be customized.“ Tailoring these trucks to the needs of the user transforms them into rolling shops,” he said.“ A fully equipped service vehicle greatly reduces the chances of having to return to the shop for a tool or part, saving time and money for everyone involved.
“ Features such as drawers and storage bins maximize efficiency on the jobsite,” Christ continued.“ They keep tools and parts in their proper location, eliminating searches. Items such as exterior task lights and interior compartment lighting also help create a safe work environment.” mechanic,” said Caleb Boullion, work truck operations manager at Altec.“ Their layout is developed for convenience, and so the mechanic can be safe and efficient by making it easier to move around or on the truck.”
Clint Weckwerth, product manager, service cranes & mechanics truck bodies at PALFINGER North America
Working Together
“ By collaborating with our dealer network, we can recommend the right equipment tailored to the customer’ s specific application,” said Weckwerth.“ That partnership is crucial for minimizing
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