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Introducing Peterson Trucks to our New Customers in Oregon

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Welcome

Introducing Peterson Trucks

I’d like to introduce you to Peterson Trucks, Inc. (PTI) your new authorized International dealer!

On November 2, PTI—International dealer to customers in the San Francisco Bay Area and California’s North Coast—acquired the sales territory formerly served by Brattain International. We are now your authorized source for International trucks, IC Bus buses, and TrailMax trailers sales, 24/7 service, parts, training, and Idealease rental and leasing. We’re looking forward to meeting you!

If you were a Brattain customer, a PTI rep is now responsible for your account. In most cases, this will be the same person you’ve worked with at Brattain for years. If we’ve assigned your account to a new rep, we’ll let you know immediately and plan an introduction that fits your schedule.

We’re working hard to make this transition seamless from your perspective. You shouldn’t notice any interruption in service. If you have questions, please let your rep know immediately, or reach out to the PTI management team—we’re here to help:

New Truck Sales Manager: James Barney Newman, 503-341-7153,jbnewman@petersontrucks.com
Used Truck Sales Manager: Santiago Montalvan, 503-341-7159, smontalvan@petersontrucks.com
Idealease Manager: Geoff T. Mertes, 503-502-6436, gtmertes@petersontrucks.com
Parts & Service Manager, Portland/Salem: Steve Hidy, 971-219-2414, sphidy@petersontrucks.com
Parts & Service Manager, Eugene/Albany/Bend: Dave Mechler, 541-556-7581, dcmechler@petersontrucks.com

My team and I are excited to help your business succeed! If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch.

Sincerely,

Tom Bagwell
Executive Vice-President
Peterson Trucks
503-280-1877
tbagwell@petersontrucks.com

Tom Bagwell
Executive Vice-President
Peterson Trucks
503-280-1877
tbagwell@petersontrucks.com

FAQ

Operations

I’ve done business with Brattain. What is Peterson going to do differently?

Peterson Trucks is going to keep doing what has worked so well for Brattain over the years. And, we’re going to provide additional resources to bring the overall customer experience in alignment with what Peterson customers have come to expect.

Will there be any lapse of business for our customers during this transition?

No. Our intention is to make a seamless transition for all customers. We will close business on Friday, November 2, and open our doors for business, operating as Peterson Trucks on Monday, November 5

Will I need to fill out a Peterson Credit application?

No. Peterson Trucks will honor all current credit limits with Brattain customers. Any adjustments to current Brattain credit limits will require the completion of a Peterson Trucks credit application.

Will my existing payments terms change?

No. Peterson Trucks will honor all existing payment terms with Brattain customers. Peterson payment terms will go into effect on Monday, November 5.

Will all existing Brattain locations remain open for business?

All Brattain locations will be open for normal business hours as Peterson Trucks on November 5. Brattain locations will be closed on November 2 and 3. Emergency parts and service will be offered by Peterson Power Systems on November 2 only.

Portland/Salem/Albany: 503-280-1882
Eugene: 541-465-8488
Bend: 541-504-7614

Will Peterson Trucks re-brand Brattain’s former facilities?

Yes. All existing Brattain facilities, with the exception of Salem, will be re-branded as Peterson Trucks.

Sales, Lease and Rental

Who will be my International Trucks salesperson: my Brattain contact, or someone else?

You will continue to work with your current Brattain representative or another trained professional from Peterson Trucks. We will keep you in the loop on any personnel changes that might affect your account.

Will the truck leasing program be just like what Brattain offered?

Peterson Idealease will offer more options, deploy more assets (currently at 1,000 trucks), and provide better support. Peterson Trucks is a nationally recognized leader in the leasing business. We will apply the best practices we’ve developed in the Bay Area to help you and your business grow.

Parts and Services

Who do I call for truck service: my Brattain contact, or someone else?

Just like truck sales, you will continue to work with your current Brattain representative or another trained professional from Peterson Trucks. We will keep you in the loop on any personnel changes that might affect your account.

What level of International parts are you going to stock?

Peterson Trucks will make significant investment in parts inventory at all of our new Peterson Trucks locations. We know how important this is. Anywhere we provide trucks service, we will have an impressive parts inventory, dedicated to turning trucks around quickly.

Will you stock International parts at your Peterson earthmoving locations? Cat engine or earthmoving parts at the International locations?

Our International locations will stock International parts and Cat engine parts. Our earthmoving locations will stock Cat earthmoving and engine parts. We’ll be able to quickly and conveniently transfer any part between locations to better serve our customers.

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Keep Your Fleet Running at Peak Efficiency

Monitor the health of your fleet with Peterson's Fluid Analysis Lab Program. Fluid Analysis can provide early detection of mechanical problems, avoiding costly failures and extending the life of your trucks. Regular oil and coolant testing are excellent tools to help detect impending system failures and ensure that your equipment is being protected.

How can fluid analysis make a difference in your fleet?

Your trucks have been engineered to precise standards to ensure peak performance, and fluids are an important factor in this equation. Failed or worn parts can be analyzed to provide vital performance information, and fluids can tell a similar story. Help avoid large repair bills and costly downtime with Peterson's S•O•S and Coolant Analysis programs.

After processing, each report is carefully reviewed, the results explained, and (if required) recommendations are made. All of this is to ensure that Peterson Fluid Analysis is truly your value-added service.

Oil Analysis

Wear Rate Analysis

Identifies the type of wear metal elements present, reported as PPM (parts per million)
When samples are taken at regular intervals, these elements can be trended to often spot the onset of a progression towards premature wear or failure
Element combinations help pinpoint problem areas. These combinations aid in the identification of the source of excessive wear
Monitor environmental contaminants, such as silicon/sodium, that indicate dirt entry into the system
Lower your overall coefficient of wear, ultimately extending the life of your component

Oil Cleanliness Analysis

70% of all hydraulic system failures are caused by some form of contaminant
Particle count analysis is used to detect metallic and non-metallic impurities in oil, such as friction disc material or contamination, which are otherwise undetectable
Combined with wear-rate analysis, this provides a more comprehensive evaluation of hydraulic and powertrain component health

Oil Condition Analysis

Determines lubrication properties of your oil
Infrared analysis is used to test for soot, sulphation, oxidation, and nitration, determines the extent of oil deterioration and if your oil is performing to spec

Detection of Fuel, Water, Glycerol

Fluid contaminants can degrade oil performance rapidly and are often signs of problems elsewhere that could require immediate attention

Viscosity

Is a measure of your oil's lubricity, or its ability to lubricate your truck's internal moving parts

Additional Tests

TAN (Total Acid Number): A measure of the buildup of acidic byproducts in your oil, which can lead to corrosion and premature wear of internal metallic components
TBN (Total Base Number): A measure of your oil's alkalinity reserve and its ability to neutralize acidic contaminants and prevent corrosion
Both TAN and TBN numbers can help to indicate when your oil should be changed

Coolant Analysis

S•O•S Coolant Analysis program

An estimated 50% of all engine failures or poor performance incidents are associated with cooling system problems. For this reason, Peterson uses Caterpillar's S•O•S Coolant Analysis program. S•O•S Coolant Analysis is recommended for all cooling systems, regardless of the type of coolant used.

Coolant requirements for diesel engines are more severe than those of automotive engines. Diesel engines are designed to operate at higher temperatures and higher energy levels than engines in cars or small trucks. Today's heavy diesels produce a tremendous amount of power from a small package. This increases the requirements and demands placed on the cooling system.

How Can Peterson Trucks Help?

Peterson offers a two-level program that indicates a truck's overall cooling system condition and identifies issues with maintenance procedures and operational practices.

Level One: Basic Coolant Maintenance Check

Up to seven observational parameters and four analytical tests
Indicates major problems with coolant and predicts major system problems
Results can be used to determine if a Level Two analysis is required

Level Two: Comprehensive Cooling System Analysis

Extensive chemical evaluation of coolant and its effects on the system itself
Identifies subtle system problems, identifies causes, and prioritizes issues
Performed at Caterpillar labs in Peoria, Illinois

Coolant Analysis Can Save You Money

Used coolant disposal requirements have become more stringent and expensive. Fluid Analysis customers may extend their coolant drain intervals, or recycle or recondition their coolant, thereby reducing their disposal charges.

Our Laboratory

The Peterson Fluid Lab's interpretation of S•O•S and coolant analysis results are supported by nearly fifty years of database records and experience. Our knowledge of your trucks and their maintenance and operational procedures, combined with our technical expertise, significantly enhances our ability to provide you with sound preventative maintenance advice, not just numbers or graphs.

Abnormal results are automatically sent to product support personnel to advise you on the most appropriate course of action. We build historical data on your fleet as part of a fully-integrated repair and maintenance program.

Our knowledge of International trucks is unmatched, and our direct working relationship with International helps us solve virtually all mechanical issues. Our employees know trucks inside and out, including all the makes and models of your fleet. The resources and experience network available through our organization gives you a huge advantage with any truck in your fleet.

100% Bonus Depreciation on New and Used Equipment

Your next machine purchase may qualify you for major tax savings!*

If qualified, you may qualify for deductions on new and used equipment, as well as off-the-shelf software. Don’t wait until the last minute; call your Peterson salesman today and make a deal! And don’t forget—to qualify for the savings, your equipment must be purchased and in use before midnight on 12/31.

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Parts Specials

Save big on parts in stock

Peterson Trucks is offering deep discounts on truck coolant, heavy duty motor oil, brake parts cleaner, heavy duty batteries, semi transmission fluid, and truck brake drums. These interchangeable parts meet or exceed OEM specifications and are usable on all major brands including International, Kenworth, Freightliner, Volvo, Cummins and more.

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