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4 How One Trucking Company Achieved a 3/4-MPG Gain in Fuel Economy

7 New Eaton Merchandise Store Online

8 Three Fleets AgreeProcisionTM dual-clutch automatictransmissions

10 Make Your Truck a Little More Like Home

11 A Reman You Can Trust

12 Spec Smarter Drive Smarter

14 Transmissions For The Toughest Job Sites

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Nearly one-half of carriers still rank driver availability as their biggest concern. In fact, one-third of new drivers quit within 90 days, and half within the first six months. Every tool that can help new drivers gain comfort and confidence behind the wheel can improve their efficiency and performance, which increases your likelihood of retaining those drivers over the long haul. Fleets looking to gain an edge are spec’ing trucks for comfort and confidence for both new and seasoned drivers.

The ISX15 SmartAdvantage® Powertrain, which pairs the Cummins ISX15 engine and the Eaton Fuller Advantage 10-speed automated manual transmission, optimizes shift-ing based on load and road conditions to produce error-free, guess-proof shifting all day, everyday. “Drivers really, really love them” says Central Trucking, Inc. President Mark Rob-erts, who is repowering his entire fleet of 200-plus Class 8 Kenworth tractors with 100 percent SmartAdvantage Powertrains. “It’s no different than being in a car. It’s much safer.” (page 4)

PACCAR-Eaton integrated powertrains achieve similar results. “Drivers truly enjoy the performance, particularly the Fuller Advantage Series,” says Keith Walpole, President, Walpole, Inc.

“Everybody’s asking for them now. The 10-speed auto-mated transmissions offer a lot less complexity

for our drivers and better fuel economy for our operation.” (page 12)

For medium-duty trucks, the all-new Procision™ dual-clutch automatic transmission is deliv-ering superior performance and better fuel economy to Kauff’s Transportation Systems of West Palm Beach, Fla., AIM Leasing of Girard, Ohio, and Idealease of Atlanta, Ga., whose president, Mario Delgado, says among the top priorities he wanted to mea-sure with Procision were safety and driver acceptance. “This is definitely the best medium-duty transmission that I have seen from Eaton to date. Everyone agrees that the shifting is spot-on for all sorts of terrain, including some of the hills that we often encounter.” (page 8)

At Eaton, our top priority is developing innovative, cost-effi-cient, technology-driven solutions for driver comfort, safety and performance. As your business partner, we’re committed to taking the longer view for your business, and for your drivers.

David L. Karnes

Vice President of Sales

North America Truck

The Longer View

PACCAR-Eaton integrated powertrains, featuring Eaton 10-speed Fuller Advantage® automated transmissions, deliver better drivability, serviceability and fuel efficiency for Walpole Inc., a south Florida-based bulk hauler with 240 trucks operating from four terminals in Florida and Alabama. Story on page 12.

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“Nearly one-half of carriers still rank driver availability as their biggest concern. In fact, one-third of new drivers quit within 90 days.” — David L. Karnes


In business since 1974, Columbus, Ind.-based Central Trucking, Inc. (CTI) is a family owned and operated refrigerated carrier operating coast-to-coast, typically hauling dry goods west and returning east with fresh fruits and vegetables from California, Arizona and Nevada. Founded by Keith K. Roberts, the company today is run by his two sons, Mark and Keith Roberts II. Their fleet consists of 210 newer model Kenworth tractors powered by Cummins ISX15 engines. The entire fleet is being repowered with 100 per-cent SmartAdvantage Powertrains.

Since its introduction in 2013, the SmartAdvantage Powertrain has proven to be the most fuel-efficient powertrain in the trucking industry. Continuous improvements and innovative technology have yielded significant gains every year. Today it utilizes downspeeding to get up to 7% better fuel economy than competitive integrated powertrains.

To get the highest mpg possible, the SmartAdvantage Powertrain is configured using a Cummins ISX15 engine with SmartTorque2 (ST2) and the SmartCoast™ option, paired with an Eaton Fuller Advantage 10-speed automated manual transmission (AMT). The engine and transmission share critical data, determining the torque required to deliver the power level that drivers demand.

“Between the truck and the transmission, we have seen a three-fourths-of-a-mile per gallon gain,” says CTI President Mark Roberts. “We’re using SmartCoast. That’s something with which we have seen significant gains in our fuel economy.”

The ISX15 SmartAdvantage Powertrain optimizes shifting based on grade, vehicle weight, engine torque and throttle position. The result is error-free, guess-proof shifting, mak-ing every driver in the fleet as efficient as the best driver. “Drivers really, really love them,” says Roberts. “They say they take off so much better, they shift so much smoother. It’s an all-around better feel for them.

Where innovation meets integration The Eaton Fuller Advantage 10-speed automated transmis-sion makes strategic use of lightweight components to

reduce weight and increase payload by 82 lbs. Precision Lubrication technology eliminates the oil cool-ing system, uses 33% less oil than conventional transmissions while further enhancing fuel economy.

Cummins is continually setting new benchmarks for the trucking indus-try. Major technological advance-ments in the ISX15 platform include ADEPT with SmartCoast and SmartTorque2, along with Vehicle

Acceleration Management.

• ST2 automatically senses vehicle weight, grade and oper-ating gear, and then selects the optimum torque for the best fuel economy and performance in every gear. Higher torque is delivered earlier in the rpm range, so you can cruise at 1150-1240 rpm and still get the torque and power needed to match real-time load demand.

• SmartCoast is an optional feature within the ADEPT suite of Cummins electronic engine features that senses when a vehicle is descending downhill (up to 4% grade), then disengages the driveline to take full advantage of gravity and momentum. When SmartCoast is active, the ISX15 returns to idle. In routes across hilly terrain, this feature can save up to 2% in fuel economy.

• VAM maintains a smoother acceleration rate from the launch of the vehicle, maintaining a more consistent acceler-ation due to more efficient transition through the gears. This enhances the driving experience and reduces driveline wear while increasing fuel economy.

Better fuel economy and driver satisfaction Whether you run coast-to-coast at 80,000 lbs., or stay close to home and make multiple stops on every route, there’s a

How One Trucking Company Achieved a

3/4-MPG Gain in Fuel EconomyThe fully integrated SmartAdvantage™ Powertrain from Cummins and Eaton is driving significant savings for refr igerated carr ier Central Trucking, Inc.Mark Roberts (left) and Keith Roberts II

The ISX15 SmartAdvantage Powertrain optimizes shifting based on grade, vehicle weight, engine torque and throttle position. The result is error-free, guess-proof shifting, making every driver in the fleet as efficient as the best driver.


SmartAdvantage Powertrain that can help you reduce fuel use and lower your total cost of operation while maintaining road speeds and driver satisfaction.

“Drivers who get comfortable with SmartAdvantage, they don’t want to go back to a stick,” Roberts says. “Shifting is a burden, especially when they get into an area like Los Angeles, stuck in six lanes of traffic that’s stop-n-go. Doing that for a couple of hours, your left leg is worn out. With SmartAdvantage, drivers don’t have that issue. It’s no dif-ferent than being in your car. It’s much safer. Drivers tell me they feel much more alert after making that nine hour run. They feel much more refreshed.”

The key is to spec your ISX15 SmartAdvantage Powertrain at the ideal horsepower and torque rating with the proper Eaton Fuller Advantage 10-speed automated transmission, utilizing the correct axle ratio and tires to deliver driver-pleas-ing performance with the best possible fuel economy.

Peace of mind Cummins ISX15 is supported through the Cummins network of over 3,500 distributors and dealers, with Cummins Care representatives ready to answer your call at 1-800-DIESELS (1-800-343-7357). The Eaton Fuller Advantage Series auto-mated transmission is backed by the Roadranger network, which you can reach at (800) 826-4357.

Cummins Base Warranty for the ISX15 engine is 2 years/ 250,0000 miles (402,336 km), and includes parts and labor on warrantable failures for the engine and aftertreatment system, with no deductible. A wide range of extended cov-erage plans are available.

Eaton Fuller Advantage Series Transmissions Warranty covers you for 5 years/750,000 miles (1,307,008 km) when using PS386 oil. The Advantage Series clutch is warranted for 3 years/350,000 miles (563,270 km). Extended protec-tion plans are also available.

To learn more about the ISX15 SmartAdvantage Powertrain, call your local Cummins or Eaton Fuller representative, or check out the website at SmartAdvantagePowertrain.com

The Power of ChoiceCummins and Eaton have expanded the ISX15 SmartAdvantage Powertrain lineup to include the original small-step overdrive transmission, plus a new direct drive Eaton Fuller Advantage 10-speed automated version that delivers exceptional fuel economy in less-than-truckload (LTL) and regional linehaul operations.

The ISX15 SmartAdvantage Powertrain is the only integrated powertrain in the industry to offer both small-step overdrive and direct drive options, allowing fleets to spec the best ratio for their application, cruise speed and terrain.

Small-Step Overdrive technology combines downspeeding in overdrive (10th gear) with efficiency in direct drive (9th gear). A 26% step from 9th to 10th allows the transmission to move quickly and seamlessly between the two upper gears, in response to changing terrain and load demand. Customers benefit from downspeeding (cruising at a lower rpm for better fuel economy) through fully integrated electronic control of the engine and transmission as a complete unit. This will be the optimal choice for about 80% of North American linehaul trucking fleets.

Direct Drive has a 1:1 gear ratio in 10th gear. This reduces friction losses, delivering as much as 4% better fuel economy than small-step overdrive transmissions when operating on flat terrain with an average road speed not exceeding 62 mph. It is particularly effective for regional LTL carriers making five or more stops per shift, spending 40 – 80% time at cruise speed and traveling 50,000 – 100,000 miles annually. The SmartAdvantage Powertrain with direct drive has recently been approved for 2.26, 2.28 to 2.39 axle ratios, providing additional downspeeding for enhanced efficiency.

MEET YOUR ROADRANGER. OTHERWISE KNOWN AS SUCCESS.There are over 200 Eaton® Roadranger® Representatives in North America, each of them with the same, singular focus: maximizing your time on the road. Whether you’re spec’ing from scratch, looking for the right replacement, or even troubleshooting on the fly, all Eaton commercial vehicle components are backed by the solutions, support, and expertise of the Roadranger network. Start gaining your competitive edge. Call on your rep, go online, or use our 24/7 call center for peace of mind that’s unmatched in the industry. Learn more at roadranger.com

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New 2016 Transmission Guide The new 2016 Eaton Transmission Guide is designed to help fleet managers and other decision makers with the transmission specification process. This 48-page, full-color brochure replaces the previous Specifications Guide and includes:

• Product overviews

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• Model numbers, ratios, specs and capacities

• Recommended applications

“Based on input from our Roadranger team, we re-imagined the Spec Guide,” says Tony Truelove, Vehicle Group Global Marketing Communications Manager, Eaton. “This new Transmission Guide is more user-friendly and includes more feature and benefit information.”


Kauff’s Transportation Systems Kauff’s Transportation Systems has been in the towing, recovery and specialized transport business since 1969. With five locations in southern Florida, the West Palm Beach-based company operates more than 50 light-, medium- and heavy-duty vehicles in “sand, swamp or water and spend an abnormal amount of time working in off-road surfaces,” says President Geoff Russell. “Always getting the traction we need is a major concern.”

But one truck in the Kauff’s fleet has been getting good traction consistently since 2013. That’s when Russell took delivery of a Freightliner FL120 with a 21-foot carrier flatbed on the back to test and evaluate a new transmission that Eaton was developing at the time — the all-new 7-speed Eaton Procision dual-clutch automatic transmission. “That truck has never been stuck in the sand or in anything else,” Russell says. Now in service for more than 100,000 miles, the transmission has yet to experience any downtime. He hasn’t had to touch the transmission in terms of service because the lube and filter change interval is 150,000 miles.

On top of that, Russell says he’s getting five to six percent better fuel consumption than he was getting with his other trucks with torque converter transmissions. With a Procision dual-clutch transmission (DCT), fuel no longer needs to be used during gear changes since one clutch is engaged at all times. Quicker gear engagement and smoother shift-ing results in greater fuel efficiency and smooth, continuous delivery of

torque to the wheels. The fuel economy bene-fits in low-speed, stop-n-go driving can be significant. “I may be biased because I have been involved

with Procision since the outset,” says Russell. “But I have to say Eaton has done a really good job with this one.”

AIM Leasing Company A longtime Eaton customer, AIM

Leasing Company offered to test Procision in 2014. “I’m really glad Eaton came to us to test the transmis-sions,” says AIM’s Leroy Casali. “Good performance and good service – that’s a combination that’s tough to beat.”

Headquartered in Girard, Ohio, AIM Leasing Company boasts more than 100 locations in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. The company employs more than 1,000 people, and operates some 8,000 vehicles. Two 2014 Freightliner M2 vehicles were outfitted with early prototypes of the new Procision

Three Fleets AgreeEaton all-new Procision™ dual-clutch automatic transmissions provide superior

performance and better fuel economy for their medium-duty trucks

“This new transmission seems to engage quicker and pick up speed faster.” — Frank Macri, Denver Service Manager, AIM Leasing Company

Top: Regarding Procision, West Palm

Beach-based Kauff Transportation Systems’ President Geoff Russell

says, “I have to say, Eaton has done a really good job with this one.”

Right: Aim Leasing Company’s Frank Macri,

a 37-year trucking industry veteran, was

among the first to put Eaton Procision transmissions into

service in North America.


transmissions and delivered to AIM’s Denver location. Casali, regional main-tenance director for AIM, and Frank Macri, Denver service manager for AIM, decided to put the two vehicles in their rental fleet, where users from a variety of vocations could operate the trucks through a host of applications.

That was per-fectly okay with Eaton, because from inception the Procision transmis-sions were being targeted to meet and exceed the needs of the wide range of medium-duty markets — from pickup-and-delivery and school buses, to fire-and-rescue, tow trucks and beverage vehicles.

“We don’t get a lot of feedback from rental customers unless they are having a problem” says Casali. “So no news is good news. I drove it and it is a smooth operating transmission. I also talked with one of the guys at a construction company who drove it

before we had to take it back. He really liked the smooth shifting and said it was more like his personal vehicle than a truck.”

“It has faster pickup-and-go from a starting position than the automatic transmissions that we have,” says Macri, a 37-year trucking industry vet-eran. “This new transmission seems to engage quicker and pick up speed faster. Based on the pickup that you get when you throttle up, empty or loaded, we will definitely be ordering Procision in the future.”

Casali agrees: “We have been commu-nicating the good results with our cor-porate offices in Ohio and they seem to be on board to buy this transmission in the future.”

Idealease of Atlanta Idealease of Atlanta has been testing and evaluating the Eaton Procision du-al-clutch automatic transmission over the last 18 months in four International DuraStar vehicles. Idealease of Atlanta boasts six operations in Georgia and, over the past 13 years, under the leadership of company president, Mario Delgado, has grown into one of the largest Idealease facilities in North America. Delgado has more than 1,300

vehicles that are available for truck leasing and rental to a diverse list of commercial trucking customers.

“We put the Procision trucks to work in everything

from delivering building materials to flowers,” says Delgado. “That was one reason why we wanted to test them and Eaton wanted us to test them. We’ve had the vehicles in pick-up-and-delivery operations, regional work, on mountainous terrain and more.”

Delgado says among the top priorities that he wanted to measure were safety and driver acceptance. “This is definite-ly the best medium-duty transmission that I have seen from Eaton to date,” he

says. “Customers who are using it have been more than pleased. Everyone agrees that the shifting is spot-on for all sorts of terrain, including some of the hills that we often encounter.”

As a driver approaches a downhill grade, the Procision truck maintains its control, allowing the driver to concen-trate on steering rather than slowing down the vehicle. Tap-down shifting lets drivers down shift by simply touching the brake. Drivers don’t even have to take their hands off the wheel. Additionally, the Hill Helper function prevents roll back or roll forward while on grades for a controlled launch. And Procision’s Urge to Move and Creep Mode provide best-in-class low-speed maneuverability. “We will absolutely be purchasing Procision in the future when it comes time to order new me-dium-duty trucks,” says Delgado.

The trucks have now been through 30,000 to 40,000 miles of testing. Because Procision has a lube filter change interval that’s three times lon-ger than a torque converter automatic, Delgado says, “We anticipate seeing a long-term cost-savings in terms of maintenance, as well.”

Engineered into every Procision DCT are three standard PTO openings, giving customers the flexibility to spec the base model transmission they want today while allowing them to upgrade later. PTO functionality can be enabled by dealerships after the purchase, enhancing value to both first owners and the secondary market.

Like many others who are testing Procision, Delgado wants to emphasize his appreciation for the support he has received from Eaton’s Roadranger ser-vice staff, which consists of more than 200 drivetrain professionals. “Everyone has been excellent to us,” he says. “It’s been a great partnership. Knowing we have Eaton behind us makes me feel very comfortable.” Learn more at ProvingProcision.com

Idealease of Atlanta President Mario Delgado has put Procision trucks to work in many applications with good results.

“This is definitely the best medium-duty transmission that I have seen from Eaton to date.” — Mario Delgado, President, Idealease of Atlanta


If you want to make your truck a little more like home, install a reliable power inverter. Modified sine wave inverters just don’t work very well for many appliances that drivers want to use and can overheat or permanently damage devices.

Eaton True Sine Wave Inverters provide an AC sine wave as good as, or better than, the power in your home. If you can plug it into a wall, you can plug it into an Eaton True Sine Wave Inverter — microwave, refrigerator, fan, laptop computer and other appliances.

Different as night and day “We were experiencing a lot of failures (with mod-ified sine wave inverters) and we did not have a good warranty,” says Doug Lloyd, director of main-tenance for Averitt Express, based in Cookeville, Tenn. With 3,500 trucks in the fleet, Lloyd is accountable to many hundreds of Averitt drivers who count on him to provide the technological tools they need to best perform their jobs. A quality power inverter is especially important for drivers who are required to spend extended time on the road and drive vehicles equipped with sleepers.

“After taking into account the downtime we were expe-riencing, and the concerns of our drivers, we decided to find a more robust inverter,” says Lloyd, who ultimately selected the Eaton True Sine Wave Inverter. Featuring a true sine wave output, the inverter is able to power all electrical loads up to 1,800 watts, including all of the loads required by Averitt’s units, as well as sleep apnea machines, tools, motors and other demanding electrical devices.

The old Averitt inverters were of a modified sine wave de-sign, which are prone to damaging or shortening the life of many electrical appliances because of the non-standard type of power they provide. Conversely, true sine wave invert-ers can power any AC appliance just like the AC power in a home — all night long, if necessary.

Performance features with the Eaton inverters include a highly efficient design to maximize run time from a vehicle’s battery. A standard low-voltage disconnect feature protects batteries from excess discharge. Safety features include DC and AC over and under voltage protection, overload protec-tion, backup fuses and circuit breakers. Designed exclusively

for commercial vehicles, the Eaton inverters are UL certified and are compliant with or exceed TMC and SAE recom-mended practices.

Easy install, Roadranger support “After using both inverter designs, we definitely prefer the True Sine Wave Inverter from Eaton,” says Lloyd. “Especially when you take into account the excellent support we have received from the Eaton Roadranger team.” That Roadranger support, he adds, has helped facilitate installation of the inverters.

Since 2014, when Averitt purchased its first Eaton inverter, some 500 units have been installed on newly arriving tractors with sleepers at the Averitt national shop location in Nashville, Tenn. The maintenance director says he had one of his shop leaders there send him information on the installations.

“He commented on how easy they were to install and how easy they were to program,” says Lloyd. “That’s another area where we have been very pleased with the results. We like the performance, we like the warranty, and we especially like the support that Eaton has given us.”

To learn more and how to order, check out the video section at www.eaton.com/truckinverter.

Make Your Truck a Little More Like HomeSleeper comfort depends on reliable, robust power inside the cab

Eaton True Sine Wave Inverters can power any AC appliance just like the AC power in a home, with voltage and overload protection to help keep electrical devices safe.

There are a lot of candidates when it comes to buying a reman transmission — local rebuilders, national rebuilders, genuine Eaton — and they all come with promises and slogans. But one candidate stands true to its genuine principles: Eaton Factory Remans are built with more new genuine parts than ordinary rebuilds. And now, Eaton offers the Reman Bundle Program with extended 3-year warranty — for a reman everyone can believe in!

Unleashing the reman dream Eaton Remans include a best-in-class nationwide fully transferable 2-year/unlimited warranty. With the Reman Bundle Program, you’ll receive an enhanced 3-year transmission warranty and an additional year of clutch warranty when you bundle a Standard or FLEX Reman transmission with an Advantage Series or EverTough® clutch and Eaton-approved lubricant.* Standard warran-ties apply on individual purchases of the transmission and clutch.

Just select a Reman Transmission: Standard or FLEX. Then select an Advantage Series or EverTough Clutch. Eaton’s Advantage Series clutches

feature a 50,000 mile standard lubri-cation interval for linehaul applications and come with a standard 2-year un-limited warranty, which is upgraded to three years when bundled. EverTough clutches offer a unique combination of durability and support in an aftermar-ket clutch. All EverTough clutches are 100% new and offer a standard one-year unlimited mile warranty, which is upgraded to two years when bundled.

And don’t forget about Eaton’s new PS-386 Synthetic Transmission Fluid, designed specifically to optimize perfor-mance in Eaton transmissions. PS-386 improves fuel economy, reduces friction and gear wear, and prolongs the life of your transmission. Eaton-approved PS-386 is a necessary component in the Reman Bundle Program.**

Clutch Installation Kits Receive an additional year of warranty coverage on an Advantage Series or EverTough clutch with the use of a Genuine Eaton Clutch Installation Kit. Replace all the right parts with genuine parts at the same time.

When the transmission is pulled to replace the clutch, replacing the clutch-related wear components at the same time can save you the cost of having to pull the transmission again. An Eaton Clutch Installation Kit has all

the parts and instructions you need for longer clutch life, smoother shifts and less wear on your transmission.

Registration Required Registration is required to receive the Reman Bundle warranty, and the additional year of clutch warranty coverage with the use of a Genuine Eaton Clutch Installation Kit. Refer to document TCWY0760 on page 37 of Eaton’s 2016 Aftermarket Catalog, or get and complete the form online at www.roadranger.com/warranty

*Applies to applications in the U.S. & Canada only. Please refer to the Roadranger Warranty Guide (TCWY0900) for the latest warranty time and mileage offerings.

** PS-164rev7 has been replaced by PS-386. PS-164rev7 will continue to be accepted in the Reman Bundle Program until further notice. Both PS-164rev7 and PS-386 oils can be mixed and top-offs using either fluid are permitted.


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New Eaton Aftermarket Catalog The new Eaton 2016 Aftermarket Catalog tells you everything you want to know about genuine Eaton parts, remanufactured transmissions and clutches, the Reman Bundle Program and Clutch Installation Kits.

Eaton Reman transmissions, whether Standard or FLEX, are made with Genuine Eaton parts and more new parts than ordinary rebuilds. Every unit is performance tested to ensure Eaton quality specifications. View the 2016 Aftermarket Catalog online and cast your vote for quality remans. Visit roadranger.com/aftermarket

Bulk hauler Walpole Inc. started spec’ing Eaton 10-speed Fuller Advantage® Automated transmissions for its new trucks about two years ago. “Originally, people were fearful that drivers — especially the senior guys — wouldn’t like the automated transmissions,” says Keith Walpole, whose grandfather started the South Florida-based company in 1952. “But in reality, the opposite happened. Drivers truly enjoy the performance. Particularly the Fuller Advantage Series. Everybody’s asking for them now. The 10-speed automated transmissions offer a lot less complexity for our drivers and better fuel economy for our operation.”

Hauling agriculture feed has been a mainstay for Walpole Inc. dating back to when E.E. Walpole II — Keith’s grandfather — started the business. “Being a multi-generational owned company is pretty rare these days and we’re very proud of our heritage,” says Walpole. “Today we continue to service several

of the original farms that my grandfather delivered to back in the early days. That’s a real sense of pride.”

A fourth-generation company — Keith’s daughter, Rachel, son Bryan, and nephew Ryan are also involved in the business — Walpole began steady growth after deregulation in 1980. “We ventured into other states and expanded our ag-hauling with pneumatic and dry bulk tankers,” Walpole says. The company now operates 240 trucks from four terminals in Okeechobee, Tampa and West Palm Beach, Fla., and Birmingham, Ala.

Drivability and durability Walpole Inc. has grown, but its values and approach to business have remained the same. “While we value tradition we have realized the advantage of technology for today’s transportation industry,” says the company website. “By utilizing mobile communication devices, auto-shift transmissions, and custom engine calibrations we are driving smarter.”

For any bulk hauler, “driving smarter” includes spec’ing lightweight components. The lighter the truck, the bigger the payload. “That’s not to say ‘light’ is the end-all of our spec’ing process,” says Walpole. “While we’re always interested in shaving weight to haul more payload, we spec for value, drivability, serviceability, fuel efficiency — we measure all of these factors. Ultimately, we purchase for value and what it does for us as a company, for our customers and our drivers.”

Spec Smarter Drive Smarter

PACCAR-Eaton integrated powertrains deliver better drivability and fuel efficiency for Walpole Inc.

“This is the truck for me right here — it rides smooth and is comfortable.” — Willie Jackson, 39 years a driver at Walpole Inc., has operated many, many types of transmissions.

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According to Walpole, his new Kenworth T880 52-inch sleep-er trucks with PACCAR MX-11 engines each save more than 1,300 pounds in weight compared to the previous truck and sleeper combination the company was running in the same application. To start, the engine is 400 pounds lighter than a 13-liter engine. Walpole also saves weight by specifying the 10-speed Eaton Fuller Advantage Automated transmission (165 pounds), wide-base tires (504 pounds), plus aluminum fifth wheel and air tanks (251 pounds).

Integrated performance for greater fuel efficiency “We’re running five new trucks down in Okeechobee, with occasional runs into Georgia and South Carolina,” says Walpole. “The engines are spec’d at 430 hp with 1,350/1,550 lb-ft of torque, and replace larger engines with the same horsepower, but with 1,550/1,750 lb-ft of torque. From what our drivers tell us, they can’t tell a big difference in power performance. The units are working beautifully. Plus, we’re seeing a bump in fuel economy. So, it’s easy to see why we’re high on the PACCAR engine integrated with the Eaton automated transmission – less weight and even better fuel economy.”

The advanced design of the Fuller Advantage transmission trims weight without sacrificing strength by replacing the rear cover and range cylinder with aluminum and eliminating the transmission cooler and lines. It also includes the latest Eaton automation features like an electronic clutch actuator, affording the driver ultimate control in challenging situations. Automated safety features like auto neutral and intelligent Hill Start Aid, which prevents roll-back and roll-forward while launching on grades, are included. Because Walpole is constantly looking for better ways to improve driver safety and efficiency, while reducing maintenance costs, Eaton transmissions are proving reliable.

“They don’t break down in the middle of the highway,” Walpole says. “They work when you need them. And the average driver in our fleet will get better fuel economy with the Eaton automated transmission.”

Walpole trucks put on about 140,000 miles a year, with regional trucks averaging between 110,000 and 120,000 miles. “We gross out in weight in our tankers and we’re still getting excellent fuel economy,” says Walpole. “Our running fuel economy (taking into account idling and operating the PTO while unloading) is coming in as high as 7.4 mpg — so our ‘driving’ fuel economy would be even higher.”

The new trucks spec’d with Eaton 10-speed automated transmissions have turned heads throughout the company. “The fit and finish, along with the ride and

reduction in road noise is unbelievable,” Walpole says. “Our drivers are raving about the trucks. They really are happy behind the wheel and that’s important to us. The driver shortage isn’t going away.”

Driver comfort is key To achieve optimum settings for drivability, fuel efficiency and driver satisfaction, Walpole worked closely with its local Eaton Roadranger to assure the desired results. “We’re a little diverse in some of our applications in the Southeast with some of our different fleet configurations,” says Walpole. “It worked out really well having our Roadranger support on the front end.”

Willie Jackson, who is Walpole’s most senior driver with 39 years at the company, likes the results. “It would be

very hard to get me out of the T880,” he says. “I started when we only had three or four trucks in the fleet and have driven several different brands and models over the years. But, this is the truck for me right here — it rides smooth and is comfortable.”

According to Jackson, the combination of a nice truck to drive, and family atmosphere at Walpole means a lot to him. “We have a tight knit bunch,” he

says. “I don’t think you’ll find many owners as approachable as Keith — I can always go in and talk, as can all our drivers.”

Walpole wouldn’t have it any other way. “It makes all the difference having great relationships,” he says. “We enjoy excellent relations with our drivers, our truck dealer, and with Roadranger and Phillip Medler, Roadranger’s territory sales and service manager. They’re great partners to work with.”


“The 10-speed automated transmissions offer a lot less complexity for our drivers and better fuel economy for our operation.” —Keith Walpole

From left, Ryan Walpole, Rachel Walpole, Keith Walpole and Bryan Walpole, are all involved in the operation of Walpole Inc., a fourth-generation family-owned bulk hauling company.


There are two things we know about vocational job sites: they are tough places to work, and no two are alike. That’s why we feature an entire portfolio of manual and automated transmissions and clutches that can be spec’d for your fleet’s unique needs. All backed by the solutions, support and expertise of the Roadranger® network. That’s something you can depend on. And you won’t find it anywhere else.

Fuller Advantage® Series Automated Transmissions Eaton has expanded coverage of Fuller Advantage series automated overdrive models for use in vocational applica-tions. With a 110,000-pound GCW capability, 6- and 8-bolt PTO openings, and driver confidence features such as Hill Start Aid and Smart Gear selection, it’s perfect for dumps and municipal trucks. Optional Urge to Move, Creep Mode and Blended Pedal functions en-hance low-speed maneuverability even further at construction job sites.

Thanks to its Precision Lubrication system, it’s the first cooler-less trans-mission in the vocational segment. Preventative maintenance is improved due to an oil level sight glass that allows for quick routine oil checks. All totaled, the lube system uses only 16

pints of oil -- nearly half the amount used in traditional transmissions.

This transmission is ideal for vocational fleets currently operating an Eaton FR series manual transmission and are considering an automated transmission for their next truck.

UltraShift® PLUS VCS/VMS Vehicle control is vital on the jobsite, and the UltraShift PLUS VCS/VMS is the ultimate choice thanks to its low-speed maneuverability. Through ex-tended low- and reverse-gear ratio cov-erage, these automated transmissions provide the lowest ground speed for curbing, creeping, spreading and pav-ing. With the Blended Pedal feature, drivers can use the throttle to feather the clutch for seamless low-speed control. For highway construction and dump operations, deep reduction and fast, flexible reverse-gearing make getting in and out of tough places a breeze. And the patented shift logic and controls constantly adapt, based on changes in weight of load, grade, and power, making adjustments to maximize efficiency. With its 36:1 overall ratio, UltraShift PLUS VMS is a great transmission for mixer, spreader, pump and crane applications. Dumps, block trucks and other construction

trucks will find UltraShift PLUS VCS a nice alternative to a torque converter automatic transmission.

RT-8LL/RT-9ALL/RT-15 RT-8LL — The 8LL transmissions provide drivers with the versatility they need for a mix of on- and off-highway applications. These transmissions offer eight road speed gears and two additional deep-reduction ratios in low and reverse.

RT-9ALL — High reduction transmis-sions for special-purpose, low-speed applications. Ideal for concrete or asphalt spreading operations.

RT-15 — For high-performance appli-cations in on-highway and on-/off-high-way vocations. Ten road speeds plus five deep reduction gears for versatility. Proven helical gearing in the auxilia-ry section for quieter operation and increased gear strength and life.

Because one-size-fits-all won’t work for your operation, rely on Eaton trans-missions for more comfort and control on the job site than ever before. All Eaton transmissions are backed by the industry-leading Roadranger network for your peace of mind. Learn more at roadranger.com/construction

Transmissions for the Toughest Job Sites Eaton vocational transmissions increase driver confidence and performance with superior comfort, control and low-speed maneuverability

KEEP YOUR BUSINESS RUNNING SMOOTHLY.INTRODUCING THE ALL-NEW EATON® PS-386 LUBRICANT. The only lube designed specifi cally for Eaton manual and automated transmissions. Tested tough to provide superior protection at high and low temperatures and improve fuel economy by up to 1.5%.* And backed by the solutions, support and expertise of the Roadranger® network. Learn more at roadranger.com/lube

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