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Clockwise or Counterclockwise? How to Identify Water Pump Rotation the Right Way
Learn how to correctly identify clockwise vs counterclockwise rotation on water truck pumps. Avoid installation mistakes, protect seals and bearings, and make sure you order the right rotation-specific pump.


What is a chemical treater truck and how do they work?
A chemical treater truck is a vehicle used in various industries, primarily in oil and gas, that is used to deliver and apply chemical...


What is a Suction Hose?
Suction hoses are a specific type of hoses used in operation with water trucks, vacuum trucks or other heavy equipment with vacuum...


Mudflaps: History, Types and Regulations
The mudflap serves a distinct purpose and have not gone through a lot of changes since their invention in 1983. While originally made...


A Complete Guide to Camlock Fittings
Cam and groove fittings, also known as camlocks, are adapters that connect various pipes or hoses together. These fittings feature a wide variety of male and female, threaded or adapter ends. Each camlock can also be made from various material that best suit the specific application. This is a complete guide to the sizing, material and fitting details of cam and groove fittings. Different Types of Camlock Fittings There are eight main types of camlocks, categorized A-F with D


Water Truck Spray Heads: Different Types and Purposes
Fin Spray Head Introduction One of the main functions of a water truck is to distribute their load at the desired location, how it needs...


Water Truck vs. Fire Truck: Understanding the Differences
In today's world of multi-functionality, we see water trucks that are used to put out fires and fire trucks that are used to trasport...


Power Take Off (PTO): What Is It and How It Works
Power take-offs or PTOs are a piece of equipment that is connected to a vehicle that supply power to different attachments. These...


How Fuel Trucks Contribute to the Construction Industry
When you think of equipment used in construction, you probably think of backhoes, dump trucks or skidloaders. However, none of these...


Tips For Winterizing Your Fleet of Trucks
Whether you're with us in Abilene, TX or in the far corner of the U.S., everyone gets a little winter weather. This weather can spell bad...


Upgrading Your Water Truck
With over two decades of experience, we have picked up a thing-or-two when it comes to building water trucks. Below are some of the most...


Extending the Truck's Lifespan by Performing Standard Maintenance
The life span on your truck or trailer is affected by a multitude of different factors. The best way to ensure you get the most out of...


Using Trucks For Disaster Relief
The National Weather Service Forecasters predicts that this year's hurricane season has an 85% chance to be more active than a normal...


What's Important About Vacuum Trucks
You've seen these giant trucks out and about on many different job sites, but what makes these trucks so versatile? At Tiger...


A Quick Guide To Dump Trucks
Dump Trucks are extraordinary vehicles that bring a much needed service to the locations which they are used. Whether in construction,...


Water Trucks: What Difference Does It Make
Learn about the various types of water truck and tank systems.
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