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Marketplace Dealership News CENTER Demystifying the World of Antifreeze / Coolant Why Are Recommended Antifreeze/Coolant Change Intervals Important? Q By Colin Dilley, PhD Director of Technology Campbell Holdings, LLC, the parent company of Campbell Supply Company and Campbell Freightliner, announces they will expand their operation with a new Jamesburg, N.J-based facility. Today���s heavy-duty diesel engines are ���nely tuned instruments designed to go the extra mile���provided they are properly treated and maintained. Proper maintenance also applies to the sophisticated cooling systems, which require antifreeze/ coolants specially formulated for heavy-duty engines. Therefore, it is imperative that drivers and ���eet managers adhere to the engine manufacturer���s recommended change intervals to maximize the engine���s performance and decrease the chance of failure. It���s also important to maintain the correct coolant level by topping off regularly with a compatible coolant to ensure your engine remains at the correct temperature���and is fully protected! A Wabash National and Polar acquire assets of Beall Corporation After several months operating under Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Beall Corporation announces its aluminum tank trailer business and aftermarket business have been acquired by Wabash National and Polar Corporation, respectively. ���This acquisition represents the latest step in our ongoing initiative to diversify outside of our core commercial trailer products business,��� says Dick Giromini, president and CEO at Wabash National. ���Additionally, these assets and the Beall brand name strategically complement our Walker Group business through product portfolio expansion and geographic growth in the west.��� Ted Fick, president and CEO at Polar Corporation, says the acquisition will bolster Polar���s expertise in servicing commercial tank customers, adding Beall locations align well with Polar Service Centers and its independent dealers, especially in the Western U.S. ANYWHERE. ANYTIME. ANY ENGINE.��� This monthly column is brought to you by Prestone Command. Got a Question? Visit www.prestonecommand.com, call 1-888-282-8960 People In The News PalFleet Truck Equipment announces Ed Gerken has been appointed company president. Webb Wheel Products Inc. has Gerken hired Vernon Pruitt to ���ll the new position of director of ���eet business development in its Aftermarket Business Unit. Polar Service Centers has hired Pruitt Rick Jech as its division controller. Phillips Industries has hired Scott Storie as a new territory sales manager. Allison Transmission Storie has named Fred Bohley executive director, ���nance and investor relations. Paul Thoms has been promoted to vice president of North American Thoms operations for Midwest Fuel Injection. PSI has added James Sharkey as director of strategic initiatives, and Jonathan Gravell as sales and marketing Sharkey specialist. Ed Jones has been appointed to the newly created position of director, wheel service products for JohnDow Industries. Meritor has appointed Jay Craig as senior vice president and president of the company���s Commercial Truck and Industrial segment. John H. Weber has stepped down as president and CEO at Remy International. Double Coin Tires has added Valentino Faraone as northeast regional sales manager. Text INFO to 205-289-3544 or visit www.tpsdigital.com/info Ask The Expert TP_S-MAR13.indd 1 12 2/19/13 4:31 PM T R U C K PA R T S & S E R V I C E | TPS0313PG004-12_HDAW_Industry Focus.indd 12 March 2013 2/20/13 3:11 PM