ATW completed providing a six-man field service team on-site at the Durham Area Transit Authority (DATA) to make urgent re-pairs to DATA’s fleet of 50 buses. Maintenance on these buses was seriously neglected by a contract operator. Repair activities have focused on critical defects such as ABS brake systems, en-gines, transmissions, steering axles, etc.

Structural rehabilitation of five (5) standard floor 40’ Neoplan Transit buses; removal and replacement of corroded (magnesium chloride) frame and side wall structural components; cleaning and plating of damaged structural components; corrosion-proofing inner and outer frame tube structure; reskinning side walls and repair or replacement of lower skirt panels and service door access panels including gas struts and hinges; complete repaint using PPG Concept.

Work is completed on Chance Opus medium duty transit buses to include replacement of flooring, service of air and brake sys-tem, mechanical repairs as needed and repaint in new color scheme. ATW is currently carrying out a total refurbishment of a fleet of six (6) Chance Opus transit buses for the City of Breckenridge.

Work includes:
• Complete repower (engine/transmission)
• Radiator/Charge air – complete   repair/replacement
• Structural repairs
• Flooring – removal/replacement
• Air system rebuilt – including brakes   compressor, air reser-voirs, valves, air   suspension system, etc.
• Wheelchair ramp rebuild – complete system
• Body work

ATW recently completed a front collision repair for Lextran. This included replacing front frame, entry door and surrounding structure along with the front axle structure assembly. The work included removing and reinstalling all main wiring harness, dash harness, air, coolant lines and all items associated with removal and replacement of this major structural area. In addition, ATW replaced the wheel chair ramp assembly and repaired damaged areas on the side of the bus, including painting.

 

 

 

 

 

ATW has recently been awarded a five-year contract to perform outside repairs and refurbishments on PACE’s heavy duty bus fleet. PACE operates about 850 heavy duty 40-foot transit buses in the Chicago suburbs. The contract involves mechanical repairs, paint and body work, and accident repairs
We have recently completed two accident coaches with front end collision damage.

ATW recently completed front collision and rear collision repairs for LeeTran. This included replacing front frame sections, entry door assembly, rear frame sections, both front and rear cap assemblies and repairs on surrounding structures, as well as the front and rear axle framing. The work included removing and reinstalling all main wiring harnesses, air and coolant lines, rear power package, A/C compressor, radiator/CAD cooler package and all items associated with removal and repairs of these major structural areas. In addition, ATW replaced the wheel chair ramp assembly and repaired damaged areas on the side of the bus. Also, painting stripes and colors to match original factory finish.

 

 

 

 

ATW recently completed front collision repairs for Casino Transportation. This works included replacing Front Clip Upper and Lower frame sections, entry door assembly, Fender and baggage frame sections, front cap assemblies and repairs on surrounding structures, as well as the front axle framing. The work included removing and reinstalling all main wiring harnesses, air and coolant lines, and all items associated with removal and repairs of these major structural areas. In addition, ATW repaired damaged areas on the side of the bus. Also, painting to match original factory finish.

The Summit Stage project consists of a complete mid-life refurbishment of 5 of their Neoplan transit buses. The scope of work DSCN0803 consists of complete exterior painting, repowering both engine and transmission, replacing cooing systems, auxiliary heaters, fan drives and all necessary engine compartment components such as belts, hoses, clamps and accessories. A complete overhaul of the air DSCN1610 systems and brake systems including supply, deliver and mechanical components. Removal and replacement with reconditioned wheel-chair lift, hoses and manual pump. A complete interior upgrade including new plywood, vinyl, step treads, new seat fabric, baseboard heaters, driver’s seat and complete interior detail. New dash graphics, painting of seat frames and cleaning of all fabric and panels. The project also consists of a complete electrical upgrade replacing the Allen Bradley I/O controls system with a Dinex I/O system as well as replacing the Vultron destination signs with Twin Vision destination signs. Also, a complete inspection and repair of all electrical harnesses, relays switches and all necessary electrical components. Upon completion, the bus is functioned, inspected and road tested for proper operation and is made service ready. We have delivered two of the buses to date.