BusCon 2012 EXHIBITORS

BusCon 2012 Exhibitors
E ABC Companies
Manufactured exclusively for ABC Companies by General Coach America, the M1235
mid-size coach is built on a Freightliner chassis and offers big coach characteristics
in a smaller group transport vehicle. It features an exclusive one-piece windshield,
enhancing driver visibility while maximizing passenger viewing, as well as an
optimized rear suspension package and Ricon In-Step Lift for ADA accessibility.
www.abc-companies.com
E Arboc Specialty Vehicles
Arboc displayed its 1,000th Spirit of Mobility low-
E Alexander Dennis
Purpose-designed by Alexander Dennis,
the open top Enviro400 has the same
levels of strength, maneuverability, ride
comfort, low operating costs and high
efficiency as the proven Enviro400 transit
bus. The Enviro400 features a low entrance
with no steps, leading into a spacious,
easily accessible and flat low floor, and
wheelchair users can be accommodated
in a range of positions. It also provides an
unbeatable view for up to 51 passengers in
the upper deck and 29 in the lower deck.
www.alexander-dennis.com
floor cutaway as well as its low-floor Spirit of Liberty.
The Liberty is the company’s newest low-floor 29-foot
to 33-foot pusher bus and features an open floor plan
with no steps throughout the passenger area. With
standard wheelchair zones measuring a spacious 60
inches by 30 inches, passengers enter on a 34-inchwide, 1:6 Braun or Ricon ramp, which is rated at 1,000
pounds. The Liberty is powered by a Cummins engine
coupled to an Allison six-speed transmission.
www.arbocsv.com
E Dallas Smith Corp.
E Champion Bus Inc.
The EZ-Street low-floor cutaway is built with General
Coach America’s exclusive SteelGuard construction
and has a floor height of only 12 inches after engaging
the kneeling feature. With a spacious 102-inch width,
features include rear-wheel drive, self-diagnosing
electrical system, rear air suspension, and an ADA
wheelchair ramp that flips out for easy and rapid loading.
www.championbus.com
Dallas Smith showcased three chassis equipped with
its IntelliSYNC four-point air kneeling system. The
complete front and rear air-ride suspension package
gives a vehicle on-demand kneeling capabilities when
at a complete stop. In a matter of seconds, IntelliSYNC
can bring a vehicle’s frame rail height down to as low
as 18 inches and will return the vehicle to the standard
ride height just as quickly. Upgrading a vehicle with IntelliSYNC requires absolutely no modifications to the
chassis/frame, according to Dallas Smith officials.
www.dallassmithcorp.com
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E ElDorado National
ElDorado’s Advantage cutaway on display was
built on a Ford E-450 and featured state of the
art lightweight materials to increase payload
capacity and improve fuel efficiency and brake
life. The vehicle also features better handling
characteristics and a softer ride for exceptional
passenger comfort, according to company
officials. The company also displayed its Aero
Elite, the Passport HD cutaway and the AXess.
www.enconline.com
E Federal Coach
The Premier is built on a Freightliner chassis and is
available with a wheelbase of 270 inches or 305 inches.
It is powered by a Cummins ISB 6.7-liter engine and
offers LCD flat screens, painted skirts, backup camera
and alarm, LED lighting and large touring windows. The
Premier provides seating from 39 passengers with two
wheelchairs, plus driver, to 44 passengers, plus driver.
www.federalcoachbus.com
E Freedman Seating Co.
The Go Seat is designed for easy customization and shipped “option
ready,” giving operators the flexibility to quickly add accessories in the
field. Features include a slim design and modern styling as well as LockN-Go cushions that snap in and out. The Go Seat is available in mid-high
and high back models in rigid, recliner, foldaway and flip variations.
www.freedmanseating.com
E Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp.
Available in several horsepower ratings with up to 300 hp and 660 pound-foot
torque, the MB-65 pairs a Cummins engine with an Allison transmission, and
now, offers Airtex air suspension as an additional option. In addition, the durable,
heavy-duty steel frame rails are available in wheelbases ranging up to 276 inches
and designed to reduce flex, road vibration and bowing for a coach that delivers a
comfortable, quiet ride. The company also displayed the S2C chassis with a cab.
www.freightlinerchassis.com
E Glaval Bus
The Entourage is built on a Ford F-550 super duty chassis with
a Ford 6.7-liter diesel engine. Also available with a Ford Gas 6.8
liter gas engine, the vehicle features a gross vehicle weight of
up to 19,500 pounds, seats up to 33 passengers and a large fullview curb window for greater visibility. Glaval also displayed the
Concord II, the Titan II low-floor cutaway and the Legacy, which
is now available with a 102-inch width.
www.glavalbus.com
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E IC Bus
E GM- Fleet & Commercial
On display with a Supreme Senator SII body, GM’s
Express chassis has a 3.73 rear axle ratio, 14,200
pound gross vehicle weight and is powered by a
Duramax Diesel 6.6 liter V8 engine with a six-speed
heavy duty automatic transmission. The Shuttle
Bus Package includes chrome appearance package,
tilt/cruise, soft mount donuts, auxiliary rear heat
provisions, and stop/turn signal circuits.
www.gmfleet.com
With an all-in-one proprietary design, the AC Series is powered
by a MaxxForce 7 diesel engine and an Allison 1000 Series
transmission. It is available in lengths up to 25 feet and gross
vehicle weight ratings ranging from 16,500 pounds to 19,500
pounds. With a passenger capacity of 30 passengers, the AC
Series is ideal for tour and charter operations, hotel and rental
car shuttles, paratransit operations or public transportation.
www.icbus.com
E LaFrance Industries
LaFrance’s New Wave Collection of
motorcoach fabrics’ patterns and
colors offer a sophisticated look that
have not previously been available for
motorcoach interiors. The style offers
an appearance of luxury and comfort
in a very durable and high performance
fabric. Like all LaFrance fabrics, the
New Wave Collection is made in the
U.S. The collection is available in five
attractive color schemes.
www.lafranceindustries.mvmills.com
E Lightning Hybrids
Lightning Hybrids, an innovative manufacturing
company based in Loveland, Colo., hosted a ride
along in its new hydraulic hybrid shuttle bus. The
retrofit hydraulic hybrid system delivers up to 40%
improvement in fuel economy, made possible by
regenerating braking energy — and it has more power
for acceleration and stopping. The Lightning Hybrids
retrofit hydraulic hybrid demo system for BusCon was
applied to a 2012 Ford E-450 from Davey Coach.
www.lightninghybrids.com
E Micro Bird Inc.
Micro Bird Inc., a joint venture company between Blue Bird and Girardin,
designs and manufactures a complete line of shuttle and transit buses for up to
25 passengers. The MB-II cutaway on display was built on a Ford E-350 chassis
and featured a wheelchair lift. Micro Bird also offers a propane-powered option.
www.microbird.com
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E Q’Straint
The Q’UBE was designed as a fully adaptable, complete bolt-in solution that can be mounted for
many vehicle applications, without the need to run cables or wires. It features the new XPress
Mechanical Delay System; an easy-to-reach single motion release that significantly reduces
wheelchair securement time and effort. A wide assortment of brackets and occupant solutions
ensure that the Q’UBE will work with your existing layouts and is the perfect retrofit for your fleet.
www.qstraint.com
E Ricon, A Wabtec Co.
E Radio Engineering Industries Inc.
With an LED backlight for increased brightness and
clarity, REI’s 27-inch widescreen monitor offers a
1920 x 1080 pixel resolution, 1000:1 contrast ratio
and 160-inch viewing angle. Also on display was
the company’s Camera Observation System, which
provides blind spot protection and lane changing
assistance while also improving day/night visibility.
www.radioeng.com
The heavy-duty Titanium
Line of S-Series and K-Series
wheelchair lifts feature
the Ricon Safety Zone and
advanced engineering that
delivers reliable, high capacity
and low-maintenance
performance for all paratransit
applications. Features include
a full three-year warranty,
1,000 pound capacity, Dura-Touch hand control pendent, dual twist-n-lock
pendant connection points, EZ-Roll platform to vehicle transition and LED
handrail lights.
www.riconcorp.com
E ROUSH CleanTech
ROUSH CleanTech unveiled a propane autogas-fueled
shuttle bus converted by their newest preferred industry
partner, Green Alternative Systems. Built on a Ford E-450
chassis with a 6.8-liter, V10 engine and a 41-gallon
propane autogas fuel tank, the ROUSH CleanTech shuttle
bus has completed Altoona Testing and is certified for sale
in all 50 states by the California Air Resources Board and
Environmental Protection Agency.
www.roushcleantech.com
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E Thermo King
The new BE-550 lightweight bulkhead evaporator,
for small- to mid-size shuttle and school bus
applications, is a split system solution that can
be mounted in the front, rear or both bulkhead
areas of a vehicle. Three-speed blowers provide
optimal pull-down on the evaporator to maximize
passenger comfort. The blowers and the returnair filter are easily accessible to allow for efficient
maintenance. The evaporator can accommodate
either right-side or left-side refrigeration and
electrical
connections.
It features a
flexible mounting
arrangement and
is compatible with
skirt-mount and
roof condensers.
www.thermoking.com
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E Safety Vision LLC
The RoadRecorder 7000 Network Video
Recorder (NVR) supports up to 12 IP cameras with high definition recording utilizing
H.264 compression, providing nine times
greater resolution compared to analog
video solutions. The innovative mobile security system utilizes SafeStor Technology
(patent pending), an industry-first onboard
recording, and storage solution combining 1
terabyte mobile-rated 2.5-inch hard drives
and solid state storage capacity, providing
secure redundancy.
www.safetyvision.com
E Seon Design Inc.
Designed for advanced mobile surveillance
applications, the TX8 eight-channel
mobile DVR gives bus operators powerful
features like geo-fencing and a built-in
G-sensor essential for AVL integration
and monitoring driver behavior. It delivers
reliable, advanced quality video with up
to 30 FPS (per camera) at 720 x 480
resolution, and with H.264 compression,
provides great image quality for any
mobile surveillance application. The TX8
is also GPS and Wi-Fi-ready and also
offers full compatibility with Seon’s vMax
software suite, vMax Commander.
www.seon.com
E Sprinter Vans
E Sportworks Northwest Inc.
The Apex 3 offers the most compact, maneuverable
and unobstructed three-position bike rack and is the
first-ever three bike carrier recommended for use on
cutaways and other transit vehicles measuring 96
inches in width. The modular all-steel design allows
damaged and worn out parts to be easily replaced,
while its stainless steel construction with anti-glare
finish provides maximum corrosion resistance.
www.sportworks.com
The Sprinter features a
“best-in-class” interior
standing height of 6.25
feet and dual-door
opening of 3.2 feet,
making loading quick
and easy. Customers
can build a model that best suits their needs or can choose from
five standard packages: hotel, commuter, airport, valet and paratransit shuttle. All models are equipped with the Adaptive Electronic Stability Program, as well as other safety features including
three-point seat belts and driver/front passenger air bags.
www.mbsprinterusa.com
E Starcraft Bus
Relaunched because of high industry demand, the Allstar XL is
available on two different International chassis: the UC chassis,
with a 19,500 pound GVWR, and the TC chassis, which has up to
30,000 pound GVWR. Equipped with a longer engine warranty, the
Allstar XL’s features include an electric actuated passenger entry
door, a black powder coated steel rear bumper, pre-painted white
aluminum side walls and skirts, fiberglass front and rear caps, and a
one-piece seamless fiberglass reinforced plastic roof.
www.starcraftbus.com
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E Supreme Corp.
The P/S2 cutaway is built on a Freightliner
S2C chassis and features rugged steel
cage sidewalls to battle difficult road
conditions and eliminate exterior noise.
It is available in multiple plan offerings to
accommodate up to 41 passengers, with
interior surfaces that are both stain- and
scratch-resistant for added durability.
www.supremecorp.com
E Temsa
The 30-passenger TS30 features an integral stainless steel
moncoque chassis, giving it greater structural integrity and
durability than an body-on-chassis style bus. Similar to the
Temsa TS35, it pairs a Cummins engine with an Allison
transmission and features three-point seat belts. Additional
features include LED interior and exterior lighting, a Thermo
King X-700 A/C system and overhead parcel racks.
www.temsa.com
E Transit and Paratransit Co.
TAPTCO recently created the most comprehensive, systematic, integrated
training courses for transit and paratransit drivers. The courses include 28
high-quality video-based presentations, classroom facilitator guides, behindthe-wheel instructor guides, operator study guides and operator training
progress charts. Courses include the Transit Operator Development Course, the
Paratransit Operator Development Course and the Trainer Certification Process.
www.taptco.com
E Turtle Top
Coming in at 45-feet in length and 102 inches wide, Turtle Top’s
Odyssey XLT is built on a Freightliner chassis and seats up to 35
passengers. The vehicle on display at BusCon featured Jensen’s
multimedia radio/DVD player with Bluetooth and GPS capabilities,
Voyager observation camera and 12-volt LED monitor.
www.turtletop.com
E Vehicle Production Group
The new MV-1 LX, specifically built for disabled
passengers, comes with a standard Ford V-8 gas
engine, but is also available with a Ford V-8 CNG
engine. Features include a power ramp with lighted,
anti-skid surface and raised side barriers, a wheelchair
securement and restraint system, and an enhanced
radio package that will eventually include a rear backup
camera system. The vehicle is assembled at the former
Hummer plant in Mishawaka, Ind.
www.vpgautos.com
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