Sage Oil Vac’s New LV230 and LV430 Service Lube Vans: Compact Maintenance Solutions for Tight Jobsites
Sage Oil Vac is expanding its mobile maintenance lineup with the new LV230 service lube van and LV430 service lube van, offering compact, efficient ways to service compact construction and landscaping equipment on tight jobsites. The LV230 holds 60 gal of fresh oil and 50 gal of used oil, while the larger LV430 offers a capacity for 90 gal of fresh oil, 30 gal of new coolant and 60 gal of used oil. Both models are designed to navigate urban environments and crowded jobsites, providing an accessible maintenance solution for light-duty and compact equipment. From the press release:
“We’re consistently looking at what we can do to solve our customers’ challenges on the job,” said Aaron Sage, Sage Oil Vac CEO. “Our service lube van lineup is designed to give crews faster, safer and cleaner oil changes while prioritizing a compact footprint that maximizes cost and fuel efficiency.”
Service lube vans are gaining traction as an alternative to traditional lube trucks, particularly for fleets focused on compact earthmoving equipment like skid steers, mini excavators and small wheel loaders. These enclosed vans offer a flexible, year-round maintenance solution that minimizes downtime and maximizes jobsite productivity.
Why Service Vans Are Ideal for Compact Equipment Maintenance
Compact equipment fleets need reliable, efficient maintenance solutions to keep machines running smoothly. Service lube vans like the LV230 and LV430 offer several advantages over larger lube trucks:
- Mobility: Service vans can navigate narrow spaces and urban streets, making them ideal for landscaping jobsites, fleet yards and parking garages. They’re also easier to transport and don’t require a CDL driver.
- Weather Protection: Enclosed vans keep fluids warm in cold weather, ensuring smooth transfers even in freezing temperatures. The enclosed design also protects tools and fluids from the elements.
- Convenience: With onboard storage and access to multiple fluids, service vans streamline the maintenance process. Technicians can quickly perform oil changes, coolant flushes and filter replacements without returning to a central location.
The LV230 service lube van offers 303 cu ft of storage, while the LV430 provides 349 cu ft. Both models feature durable shelving systems from Ranger Design, helping crews organize tools and parts for fast, efficient service.
The Sage Oil Vac Advantage: Faster, Cleaner, Safer Fluid Transfers
Sage Oil Vac stands out in the mobile maintenance market with its pump-free technology. Most service trucks rely on mechanical pumps to move fluids, which can be slow and prone to breakdowns. Sage Oil Vac uses compressed air to vacuum and dispense fluids, resulting in faster, cleaner and safer maintenance processes.
Key benefits of Sage Oil Vac’s system include:
- Speed: Fresh oil tanks can be vacuum-filled at 15 gal per minute, and oil can be dispensed at 5 gal per minute.
- Safety: Sealed tanks protect operators from harmful fumes and prevent environmental spills.
- Cleanliness: The enclosed system reduces the risk of contamination, keeping fresh fluids pure and equipment running smoothly.
- Reliability: With fewer moving parts and durable, sealed tanks, Sage Oil Vac systems require less maintenance and have a lower cost of ownership.
Each lube van also comes equipped with Sage’s Filter Stinger for removing used oil filters and a leakproof Used Filter Receptacle to catch any remaining oil from filters. These features make Sage Oil Vac vans a practical choice for operators who need efficient, on-the-go service capabilities.
Answering Common Questions About Oils and Lubricants
Compact Equipment and Case Construction Equipment Parts & Service recently tackled the most common questions about oils, greases and lubricants in an excellent Q&A article you can read right here. The piece covered topics such as boosting performance between oil changes, selecting the right grease and understanding cold-weather lubricant behavior.
The article highlights how crucial proper fluid maintenance is to maximize the lifespan of construction equipment. Using the right oils and greases can reduce wear, prevent breakdowns and improve machine performance. We love diving into these gearhead topics because they’re essential for keeping machines in top shape. Whether it’s reviewing the latest lube vans or exploring mini excavator maintenance best practices, Compact Equipment is committed to providing readers with actionable insights to optimize their fleets.
The LV230 and LV430 Service Lube Vans: Keeping Compact Equipment Running with Mobile Maintenance
The LV230 and LV430 service lube vans offer a smart, compact solution for maintaining construction and landscape equipment on tight jobsites. By leveraging Sage Oil Vac’s pump-free technology, these vans provide fast, safe and efficient fluid exchanges. From the press release:
“These service lube vans really are a versatile ready-to-use option for mobile maintenance. They come ready to work, just like the technicians using them,” said Sage.
As the compact equipment market grows, service vans like these will play an increasingly important role in keeping machines running smoothly. Paired with regular maintenance and proper fluid management, operators can reduce downtime, extend machine life and improve productivity on every jobsite. For more stories on equipment maintenance and innovations, including Sage Oil Vac’s lube systems and our recent Q&A on lubricants, I highly suggest you sign up for our newsletter. Then, stay tuned for more insights, interviews and hands-on reporting as we explore the latest trends in the world of small earthmoving machines.
Keith Gribbins is publisher of Compact Equipment.
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