Why the Whistle Means it’s Working

Even with the best seals, ultra-fine dust and moisture can still find their way into compartments. This is where STI’s cabinet pressurization provides a critical advantage by forming an active barrier. STI uses an interior fan to create a slightly higher pressure inside the cabinet compared to the outside environment. Dust and moisture are pushed out, rather than allowed in. And if water does attempt to seep through the seal, the positive pressurization helps blow it back out. Better yet, the air drawn into the fan is filtered for further cleanliness.

On STI’s 9- and 11-foot bodies, a single fan provides this helpful pressurization [...]

Sioux Center, Iowa, September 19, 2025 – Service Trucks International (STI), a leading manufacturer of service truck bodies and telescoping Tiger Cranes®, today announced the hire of Tyrone (Ty) Malone as Regional Sales Manager for the Midwest Region. In this role, he will lead the customer engagement efforts in Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky.

“The addition of Ty to the sales team is a critical next step for STI’s growth,” said Tim Henrich, National Sales Manager for Service Trucks International. “His background in business development in the truck and municipal sectors is exactly the combination of skills we need as we strive to better serve our customers throughout the Midwest.”

Malone brings strong truck sales and territory management expertise in both the construction and refuse sectors. In his previous roles as [...]

For maximum performance in demanding environments, the heart of a service truck is a reliable service crane. And the heart of a service crane is its turret—the rotating tower that carries the boom. Keeping this area clean and protected from the elements directly impacts reliability, maintenance, and usable storage.

What is a “Sealed Turret?”

A sealed turret means the turret and rotation assembly are enclosed and gasketed so rain, wash water, dust, and grit can’t get into the crane tower or the body cabinet below.

How Tiger Cranes Does It

Tiger Cranes are constructed with a fully sealed turret and rotation assembly. This is accomplished with a special gasketed bulkhead plate for all hydraulic and electrical connections. The slewing drive of the crane is also fully sealed, as well as the connection from the slewing drive [...]

The third week of September marks National Construction Appreciation Week, a time to recognize the hardworking men and women who literally build our communities. From roads and bridges to schools and hospitals, construction workers shape the infrastructure that keeps our world moving.

Did you know?

• The construction industry employs over 7.9 million people in the U.S. alone.
• Service trucks and cranes play a crucial role on nearly every jobsite, delivering tools, parts, and heavy-lift capabilities exactly where they’re needed.
• Mobile service trucks equipped with cranes help keep projects running by reducing downtime, providing on-the-spot repairs, and handling critical lifts in tight spaces.

We see firsthand how important these machines are to the success of construction crews. But the real credit belongs to the people—operators, laborers, engineers, and tradesmen.

Thank you for your long hours, hard work, and commitment to building a stronger future for all of us.

The Big, Beautiful Bill that was passed by congress in July and signed into law on the 4th of July has the potential to have some big, maybe beautiful, impact on work truck owners and fleets. There are several provisions that encourage investment and offer tax savings – especially for US-manufactured equipment. However, there are some sectors, most notably clean and renewable energy, that may experience slowdowns due to the discontinuation of incentives. This could hamper investment in those projects.

When adding the potential effects of US tariff policy, the next few years could bring some uncertainty. Increased costs for imported raw materials, components, and finished goods will likely result in higher costs for manufacturers that may slow some purchasing decisions.

What are the key provisions of the bill that you should [...]

For over 35 years, Tiger Cranes has been the industry leader in truck-mounted service cranes, designed for the most demanding jobs. All of our electric/hydraulic and full-hydraulic cranes are built for strength, safety, and performance. But when we talk about performance, what does that mean? Reliability for sure! But it also means incorporating safety and ease of use as standard features of each Tiger Crane. Two of those key features, Auto II Speed Control and Sequential Boom Cylinders, work together to help you perform better.

Auto II Speed Control
Auto II Speed, our automatic load-sensing speed control, comes standard on all full-hydraulic Tiger Crane models. The Auto II Speed system is designed to maximize safety, precision, and operator confidence during crane operation. When a load is detected, Auto II Speed automatically reduces the [...]

When it comes to service bodies, smart storage is always top of mind. That’s why Service Trucks International designed the 1540 crane body with a feature that sets it apart: a full transverse compartment tucked just behind the cab.

The tunnel-like cabinet, accessible from both sides of the truck, pumps up the storage from 15″ to 75″ to accommodate larger tools and accessories. There’s space for two 28-inch drawer packs set back-to-back, creating an impressive 68.5 cubic feet of organized storage. The transverse cabinet can also accommodates the mounting of an air compressor.

The 1540 body is compatible with the 2081E Tiger Crane, a compact electric crane with a 2,000-lb lift capacity.

Compact Body, Big Capability

While storage is the 1540’s standout feature, the rest of the body is no less impressive. Built specifically for a 10.5k GVWR single rear wheel chassis, the 1540 is the smallest and lightest-duty crane body in STI’s lineup. Yet, [...]

Built to match best with 9-foot bodies, the 3216E/EP Electric Tiger Crane offers up to 3,200 pounds of lift and up to 16.5-foot reach. The boom extends hydraulically from 7’8″ to 11’8”, then manually out to 16’5”.

While it can lift big loads, the 3216 Tiger Crane only weighs 750 pounds, leaving you more pounds for payload. And it only takes up 9 feet in length when stowed because we designed the main section boom to fit on 60-CA crane bodies.

Also available as an EP model with proportional control, explore the 3216E/EP Tiger Crane on our website, watch this YouTube video, or reach out to your salesperson to find out if this model will work for YOUR work!

Summer is here, and the heat is on across the country. With triple-digit temps and the rising heat index, it’s a challenge to keep you and your crew cool on the jobsite. It’s also hard on your service truck!

Tires, Brakes, and Batteries

Hot weather puts added stress on your truck, especially the tires, brakes, and battery.

If tire pressure is too low, the tire can sag because of how the sidewalls are flexing. This can weaken the rubber’s bond with the tire’s layers and lead to a blowout. Check your tires at least weekly using a quality digital gauge and inflate to the manufacturer’s recommended cold PSI, not what’s printed on the tire sidewall.

Brakes also struggle under high temps as friction between the pads and rotors decreases. To keep them [...]

When you get to a jobsite and realize you could use some extra muscle, you’ll be grateful you’ve got a Tiger 2060 Crane on board.

Built as sturdy as its larger lifting brothers, the 2060 Tiger Crane can lift up to 2,000 pounds within a 3- to 5-foot zone, with a boom angle of 0°, 21°, or 45°. The onboard 12-volt D/C winch, operated with a corded remote, is perfectly sized to winch at full capacity. Equipped with a heavy-duty slew bearing and hand brake, the 360 degrees of rotation are smooth—making it easy to position and control movement.

“With the smallest overall footprint in the Tiger Crane lineup, don’t underestimate its capability. You’ll never go back to a liftgate after owning a Tiger 2060,” said Tim Henrich, STI’s National Sales Manager.

Ask our Sales Team [...]