What Is A PTO Driven Air Compressor?
A PTO driven air compressor is an air compressor that’s driven by the power take-off (PTO) of a vehicle. These innovative air compressors are mounted under the vehicle’s deck, resulting in an elegant solution that’s out of sight and mind (until you need it!) Advantages of PTO Driven Air Compressors Render of VMAC’s PTO air […]
Belt Driven Air Compressors vs. Direct Drive Air Compressors
Vehicle integrated air compressors have revolutionized mobile air power. These innovative air compressors use vehicles’ existing power sources to provide compressed air on-demand, anywhere the vehicle goes. They are also significantly lighter and take up little to no deck or cargo space, which is a huge advantage compared to traditional air compressors. VMAC’s vehicle-integrated mobile […]
What’s The Deal With Underdeck Air Compressors?
Under deck or underdeck air compressors is another name for PTO driven air compressors, a compressed air system that is powered by a vehicle’s transmission via a PTO. PTO air compressors are frequently nicknamed “underdeck” because of their mounting position, under the deck of a service truck.
Air Compressors For Construction Work
Construction workers quite literally build the world around us, which is why it’s critical they have reliable tools and equipment that gets the job done right. Air compressors for construction work are no exception and it’s crucial that the right compressor is chosen for your job site. Air Compressor Requirements For Construction When choosing an […]
What Is An Underbody Air Compressor?
An underbody air compressor is any air compressor that has been designed to mount under the body of a service vehicle. These air compressors are small but mighty, and are widely appreciated by upfitters and operators because they’re out of sight, save space, and reduce weight. “Underbody air compressor” is a colloquial, less common term […]
Meet The VMAC DTM70 Team: Kyle McWilliam, Mechanical Engineer
At NTEA’s The Work Truck Show 2019, VMAC released the DTM70 Direct-Transmission Mounted PTO Driven Air Compressor for RAM trucks (also available for Ford). The DTM70 earned a lot of attention due to its innovative design that sets it apart from other PTO air compressors…
Introducing VMAC’s New RAM PTO Air Compressor
VMAC recently released its latest PTO driven air compressor, specifically designed for RAM 3500 to 5500 chassis cab Cummins diesel trucks. This RAM PTO air compressor, called the Direct-Transmission Mounted 70 (DTM70), was previously released for Ford F-250 to F750 Power Stroke Diesel trucks and has proven to be a powerful, compact, and effective means […]
5 Reasons You Shouldn’t Use A PTO Shaft Driven Air Compressor
All things aren’t equal with vehicle-integrated air compressors, and some solutions are better than others, which is especially true with PTO-driven air compressors. This article shares five reasons you shouldn’t choose a shaft-driven PTO air compressor. 5. There Are Better PTO Driven Air Compressors Available Air compressor technology is constantly changing. What was once a […]
Lodi Installs PTO Driven Air Compressor With Hydraulics
Lodi Truck and Equipment is a truck and equipment dealership located in West Sacramento, California. Lodi has been in business for over thirty years, earning a reputation for providing high-quality […]
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Underdeck PTO Drive Compressor Saves Weight On Truck
Phil Fanelli is the owner of Hilmar, CA’s Fanelli Equipment Repair, with a fleet of seven trucks. Having been in business for 12 years, owner Phil Fanelli focuses on repairing and servicing all types of CAT equipment. […]
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