Cordless nut-busting and greasing power

The powerful brushless motor in the Metabo 18V Brushless Heavy Duty ¾” Impact Wrench (SSW18LTX1750BL) provides high-torque fastening, delivering 1750Nm maximum tightening torque and 2150Nm of nut-busting torque. This highperformance impact wrench offers 12-speed control. The premium rubber overmould on the handle gives a comfortable grip during prolonged use.

The Automatic Shift Power feature provides an automatic stop function after the first impact to prevent over-tightening. It also automatically reduces speed once the nut or bolt is loose, to prevent fastener loss.

The Metabo 18V Grease Gun Kit (FP18LTX5.51K) offers portable powered and controllable greasing on heavy and large machinery. The Metabo grease gun offers quality, durability, and innovative features such as nine pre-selectable grease volumes, as well as a continuous flow mode.

The grease gun has an integrated work light and a removable hose-mounted LED lamp for illuminating dark work areas. Users can select the flow rates — 100g/min at 10,000psi, through to 290g/min at 6000psi. The three-way trigger has a manual on, locked on, and locked off functions.|

The barrel accepts 450g and 500g cartridges or it can be filled directly from bulk grease or piped supply. The flexible 1200mm long hose allows easy access to restricted and hard to access locations. It has a removable shoulder strap, and a mounting magnet accessory is available for the base of the unit. For information on other Metabo tools and accessories, see metabo.co.nz or follow us on Facebook and Instagram @MetaboNZ.

INNOVATIVE LIGHTING DESIGN FROM NARVA IS LIFTING SAFETY STANDARDS BY DRAWING ATTENTION TO BIG RIGS EARLIER, GIVING OTHER DRIVERS MORE ADVANCE WARNING OF THEIR PRESENCE

Truck owners have also been quick to spot the advantages of the recently released Narva Model 49 LED large rear combination lamps, which have been created especially for the commercial truck and trailer sector.

The distinguishing feature of the Model 49 is LED ‘light pipe’, a neon-like, always-on striplight that frames the lamp’s borders, creating a modern signature appearance for the truck or trailer, like those seen on premium cars and SUVs.

The LED light pipe stays illuminated when the other functions are off and — together with the highquality optics featured in the tail, stop, indicator, and reverse functions — the units will instantly gain the attention of surrounding traffic.

“The Model 49 is a leap forward in rear combination lamp design,” says Tim Paterson, national sales manager for Griffiths Equipment, which distributes Narva automotive lighting products throughout New Zealand.

“The striking appearance is designed to lift visibility and ensure that others on the road can’t fail to spot the truck. That’s a big bonus for road safety, particularly in poor driving conditions.”

Demand for the Model 49 lamp is growing and it looks set to become just as popular as its predecessor, the Model 48 (aka the ‘Jumbo’), which dominated the transport industry in Australasia for more than two decades.

It fits the same footprint as the Model 48 and meets all ADR performance regulations for tail lamps.

The sleek Model 49 measures just 46mm deep. There are no visible screws or mounting holes, giving it a low- profile look integrated with bodywork or chassis.

Snap-on retro reflectors cover the lighting components, while the lamp inserts themselves are replaceable with the reflectors removed.

The lamps are constructed from virtually unbreakable coated polycarbonate lenses, which are more scratch and chemical resistant than regular polycarbonate, making replacement unlikely. However, for peace of mind, they are backed by Narva’s five-year LED warranty.

Tim says Griffiths Equipment is stocking a wide range of configurations in coloured or clear lenses, including tail, stop, and indicator; tail, stop, reverse, and indicator; and twin units with just stop and indicator. All versions are designed to suit 9-33V and come prewired with 0.5m of cable for ease of installation.

Available from automotive and transport outlets nationwide. For more information see narva.co.nz, or call 09 525 4575.

We are rerunning this article — with sincere apologies to Narva distributors Griffiths Equipment — because, last month, we inadvertently published it with the wrong picture. The light units pictured here will be much more useful to truck owners and operators.