United Plastic Fabricating, Inc. (UPF) introduces the DEFENDERTM SKID UNIT, manufactured

United Plastic Fabricating, Inc. (UPF) introduces the DEFENDERTM SKID UNIT, manufactured exclusively for trucks using service-type bodies, and designed for 10,500-pound to 17,500-pound GVWR vehicles. It`s available in 200-, 250-, 300-, 350-, 400-, 450-, and 500-gallon capacities. Standard features include a built-in sight gauge, booster reel mounting blocks, fill tower, sump, three-inch NPTF suction fitting, one-inch NPTF drain fitting, 134-inch NPTF fill fitting, and mounting tabs. Additional options are available. (800) 638-8265.

Hand entrapped in rope gripper

Elevator Rescue: Rope Gripper Entrapment

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Delta explosion

Two Workers Killed, Another Injured in Explosion at Atlanta Delta Air Lines Facility

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