J&J Truck Bodies & Trailers, a leading manufacturer of dump bodies and trailers, today announced the integration of Action TRAKKER software into its DynaControl Central Hydraulics System. The new system is available for J&J's line of snow and ice control equipment, including dump bodies, snowplows, and spreaders. It is specifically designed for drivers, dispatchers, and fleet managers who are responsible for maintaining safe roadways. Ron Wright, Municipal Sales Manager for J&J commented, "Hydraulic systems provide an efficient and safe power source to do any number of road maintenance tasks, such as plowing snow, moving dirt, raising dump bodies, or running a salt spreader."

The new hydraulics system utilizes the Action TRAKKER's AT300 (Remote Control Systems, Irwin, PA), a sophisticated, yet easy-to-use mechanism that includes a touch screen and optional joystick(s) that lets the driver easily control all auxiliary functions from within the cab. With just a touch to the screen, the driver can quickly raise the dump body or put the plows and spreaders into action. The result is safer operation of the equipment and a universal interface with the driver. Because this system offers the latest in state-of-the-art technology, Wright suggests that potential customers educate themselves about the type of equipment available and what will best suit their needs.

With the DynaControl Central Hydraulics System, dispatchers and fleet managers can save time and money by effectively managing their fleet with real time communication and tracking. Operational data is collected, allowing for accurate records of miles traveled, spread, and/or plowed. The system, conveniently located next to the driver, can also automatically alert drivers to low material levels, auger jams, and road temperatures. As road conditions change, drivers and dispatchers will be automatically notified to change the amounts and rate of application of material depending on road temperatures. A real benefit of this feature is that it will save taxpayers a substantial amount of money in salt, sand, and chemical purchases. Less material on the road also means less damage to private vehicles, highways, and to the environment.

In addition, all incident data is also captured by the new system. Just like a flight data recorder in a plane, the Central Hydraulics System records operator and truck actions prior to an accident situation. Fleet managers can reduce liability exposure with operational and incident records, resulting in a reduction of frivolous claims, nuisance suits, and time in court. Optional real time communication from the vehicles lets managers quickly send help to their drivers when needed.

J&J Truck Bodies & Trailers, a division of Somerset Welding and Steel, Inc., was founded in 1958. It is an ISO 9001 certified company serving clients worldwide. For more information, please contact Shahira Hoffman, Marketing Manager, J&J, 422 Riggs Road, Somerset, PA, 15501, USA, 814.443.1691, ext. 355, 800.262.6578, email skh@lseci.com and/or visit JJbodies.com.

For more information on Action TRAKKER software, contact Ron Coiner at RCoinerRCS@aol.com or by phone at 724.864.7100.