Lighter equipment reduces payload
A work truck can quickly tip the scales with all the tools needed for tackling any given job. And yet fleet owners are under pressure to maintain a specific weight for their vehicle for several key reasons.
- Road safety: Heavier work trucks take longer to stop and can be harder to control, which can increase the risk of accidents.
- Fuel efficiency and maintenance: Heavier trucks burn more fuel, leading to higher operational expenses. They also cause faster wear on brakes, suspension, tires and the drivetrain, resulting in higher maintenance costs.
- DOT compliance: The DOT sets limits on what a work truck’s maximum weight can be. Exceeding those prescribed weight limits could result in fines or the truck being taken out of circulation until the overage is resolved.
The HDI Air Pak makes it possible to maximize truck space and increase payload capacity, saving up to 400 pounds and reducing the equipment footprint by 54% compared to using an engine-driven welder and separate compressor. When space is at a premium, every available inch matters.
Reliable tools optimize productivity
Reliable equipment can help ensure safety, efficiency and productivity on the job. If a truck or its equipment breaks down or can’t perform required tasks, the work stops, causing costly delays and lost revenue. Having dependable tools means work can get done faster and with fewer errors. Backed by the quality Miller is known for, the HDI Air Pak is the all-in-one unit that provides the tools needed to be successful in your job every day, including:
- Onboard compressed air: The rotary-screw compressor produces 40 or 60 cfm of air at 100% duty cycle.
- Battery charge/crank assist: Operators can crank assist weak batteries with up to 300 amps of power. It also produces up to 150 amps of DC current to quickly charge 12- and 24-volt batteries.
- Auxiliary power: Continuous 7,000-watt generator can handle jobsite electrical needs to power tools, lights and more.
- Integrated multiprocess welding: Technicians are prepared for any welding job they encounter in the field with 265 or 325 amps of output at 100% duty cycle and industry-leading weld quality. Additionally, Auto-Set™ technology offers preset weld settings, making weld parameter setup fast, easy and accurate for operators of all skill levels. Technicians can choose from the following welding options:
- DC stick (SMAW)
- MIG (GMAW)
- Aluminum MIG (GMAW)
- Flux-cored (FCAW)
- DC TIG (GTAW)
- Air carbon arc (CAC-A)
Combined, these core capabilities represent exactly what a technician needs to be efficient and productive.
Easy integration and upkeep simplify operating experience
Fleet owners don’t have time for their work trucks to be out of commission for extended periods, and upfitters don’t want to be tasked with installing a product that’s fussy and complicated. Also, once out in the field, operators don’t have time for complex user interfaces that make finding the right settings an arduous task.
Each HDI Air Pak model is easily integrated into the truck chassis, with the hydraulic and air ports accessible from the exterior manifold connections. Additionally, the unit can be flexibly mounted onto the truck as either a side pack or in the load space, allowing technicians to choose the most conducive layout for their needs. The modular remote panels, with outputs for battery charge, auxiliary power and welding, can be mounted anywhere on the vehicle. This increases both convenience and safety for the operator because the individual panels can be placed where they’re most beneficial. Plus, they don’t have to climb onto the truck to access them, which reduces the risk of slips, trips or falls.
Once installed, the HDI Air Pak units offer a single, easy-to-use digital user interface for air compressor, battery charge/crank assist and weld parameter settings, helping save time and guarantee accuracy. And the easy-access panels provide swift access to routine service and maintenance points. With alerts on the digital interface, operators will know well in advance what maintenance is required and when, allowing for planned downtime without impacting productivity.
Reduced sound levels mitigate noise fatigue
Excessive noise makes it difficult for workers to communicate, increasing the risk of miscommunication and mistakes. Prolonged exposure to loud noise increases stress, reduces operator efficiency and potentially leads to hearing-related issues. The HDI Air Pak design and two-speed load sensing operation fosters a quieter, safer work environment for the operators (and those around them).
By investing in an all-in-one unit that places a premium on reliability and efficiency, operators can easily manage the multifaceted demands of the job with a hydraulically driven all-in-one that opens the door to achieving consistency and productivity. To see which HDI Air Pak system is best for you, visit https://www.millerwelds.com/products/hdi-airpak