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JUNE 2020MEDIUM-DUTY SHOWCASE: FORD F-550 TELEMATICS FOR EQUIPMENTIT’S POSSIBLE WITH STELLARWWW.MWSMAG.COMREMOTE OPERATIONSMANAGE YOUR FLEET FROM HOMEGO GREEN & SAVE MONEYPROPANE AUTOGAS LOWERS COSTSREADY MIX PRODUCTIVITYINCREASE PROFIT & SAFETY
MEDIUM DUTY SHOWCASE FORD F 550 WWW MWSMAG COM TELEMATICS FOR EQUIPMENT IT S POSSIBLE WITH STELLAR JUNE 2020 GO GREEN SAVE MONEY PROPANE AUTOGAS LOWERS COSTS READY MIX PRODUCTIVITY INCREASE PROFIT SAFETY REMOTE OPERATIONS MANAGE YOUR FLEET FROM HOME
MEDIUM DUTY SHOWCASE FORD F 550 WWW MWSMAG COM TELEMATICS FOR EQUIPMENT IT S POSSIBLE WITH STELLAR JUNE 2020 GO GREEN SAVE MONEY PROPANE AUTOGAS LOWERS COSTS READY MIX PRODUCTIVITY INCREASE PROFIT SAFETY REMOTE OPERATIONS MANAGE YOUR FLEET FROM HOME
MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM JUNE 20206INDUSTRY NEWSSAMSARA LAUNCHES INTEGRATED FLEET MANAGEMENT SOLUTION FOR FORD VEHICLESCommercial Solutions as part of a continued effort to unlock the power of embedded telematics data for fleet customers. This launch ushers in a turnkey fleet management platform.www.samsara.com/marketplace/ford.NORTHWEST EQUIPMENT SALES OPENS MACK DEALERSHIP IN BURBANK, WASHINGTONwww.macktrucks.com.BRIDGESTONE LAUNCHES BANDAG MAXTREAD LINE FOR COMMERCIAL FLEETS
MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM JUNE 20208INDUSTRY NEWSpopular Bandag retread patterns outlined below: that scans each casing from bead to bead in under two minutes www.bandag.com.RAM LAUNCHES SECOND PHASE OF US ARMED FORCES-INSPIRED, LIMITED-EDITION ‘BUILT TO SERVE’ TRUCKSwww.ramtrucks.com.NEW VIDEO SHOWCASES WHAT’S NEXT FOR PROPANE AUTOGASIn an effort to showcase the zero-emissions outlook of propane: the energy source for fleets now and into the www.propane.com.
MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM JUNE 202010INDUSTRY INSIGHTAs restrictions are lifted across most states and with warm weather upon us, it is important for truck drivers to consider proper management of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) used in most diesel-powered trucks. Jeffrey Harmening of the American Petroleum Institute fills us in on the dos and don’ts of proper DEF handling and management.Run Smoothly with High-quality DEFBUYING AND MANAGING API-CERTIFIED DEFJEFF HARMENINGMWS: WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO ENSURE PROPER PRACTICES WHEN HANDLING AND STORING DEF IN WARM SUMMER MONTHS?HARMENING: purified water and must be handled and special care to protect it from high temperatures that can decrease its useful life. Now with the need for added We want to be sure that truck owners to help them purchase high-handle and store it so as to protect it during warm weather months.MWS: WHAT ARE TIPS YOU CAN SHARE FOR DRIVERS PURCHASING DEF AT A SERVICE STATION?HARMENING:While regulations in many states do not include it. API recommends identified at the fill-up location. printed on the bottle and be sure to use it before this date as the product traceability code for a date. This date MWS: WHAT SHOULD OPERATORS CONSIDER WHEN STORING DEF IN A VEHICLE?HARMENING: API recommends that recommended storage temperatures MWS: ANY TIPS FOR THOSE PURCHASING DEF FOR SHOP USE?HARMENING: API has found that the biggest misconception by fleet managers is the belief that if the urea shipment. Purchasing API-licensed
JUNE 2020 WWW.MWSMAG.COM MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS 11products are not only tested before but they are also subject to testing in API’s Aftermarket Audit Program. licensees on the API website. MWS: WHAT ARE BEST PRACTICES FOR MANAGING DEF IN SHOPS?HARMENING: reach the marketplace. Temperature at the point of storage or sale can containers. Make sure the stock is rotated to use the oldest product first. considerations include:• tanks. Don’t switch products in the bulk tank without rinsing the tank with distilled or de-ionized water • or bulk tank so contaminants particularly important in a shop or construction site that has dust or dirt in the air.• • should be cleaned with distilled or de-ionized water and followed by a of the engine oils or fuels used in your FOR MORE INFORMATIONJe Harmening currently manages the Engine Oil Licensing Cercaon System program, DEF Cercaon Program, and the Motor Oil Management Program at the American Petroleum Instute (API). He also oversees the Aermarket Audit Program that purchases and tests thousands of DEF and engine oil samples globally for conformance with required specicaons. Find out more, visit www.api.org.
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WWW.MWSMAG.COM 13THE SUPER DUTY TRUCK BUILT FOR HARD WORKThe Ford F-550
MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM JUNE 202014In the market for a medium-duty work machine? Perhaps elements that when combined make a mean work truck. With the different packages to meet all their work truck needs. Capability and offers comfort and safety elements that are more commonly found in light-duty trucks. But don’t let that its Super Duty name.SUPER DUTYOne of the most important elements to a truck is its capability. power takeoff is standard with transmission. Depending on the third generation Power Stroke has injectors that can measure and spray fuel up to eight times per stroke. This optimizes combustion. To withstand as well as new steel pistons.Although an important aspect to capability isn’t the only thing to also play a role in the final decision-making process.COMFORT & CONVENIENCEfeature a dash-top tray and a enough for work boot traffic. Grab keep all occupants comfortable and steady in the truck no matter where the road takes them. And while your crew cruises down the city streets or takes the road less options of listening to the AM/in the summer and warm in the standard air conditioning with manual temperature control and an option for rapid-heat supplemental cab heater with a diesel engine.controls on the steering wheel and an instrument cluster with a warning messages. There is also MEDIUM-DUTY-DUTY WORKTRUCK SHOWCASE
JUNE 2020 WWW.MWSMAG.COM MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS 15If you find yourself in need of options to choose from. Optional PRIORITIZE SAFETYSome safety features are standard with roll-fold side-curtain airbags and front seat and passenger frontal airbags. The cab also features a Belt-Minder that chimes and flashes a warning light when seat belts aren’t worn. An additional standard safety feature is auto on/off headlamps Headlamps. This ensures headlamps wipers are in use.Optional safety features include assist with automatic emergency perfect for trucks that run in snow and cold weather.Super Duty trucks come standard with systems use sensors to detect a loss of control then reduce engine power and the trailer in tow. Safety should safety should be customized according the job.CUSTOMIZATIONyour truck for it to become your you can truly choose what you need.Tow package or a High-capacity Trailer Tow package. There are also payload Gaseous Engine Prep package. There’s no denying that the perfect fleet truck make that customization a little easier.YOUR NEXT TRUCKfor this super duty are almost endless. It’s Super Duty power and capability combined with your specific upgrades and packages can create a truck built specifically for your hard work. And with its comfortable details and feel it was built specifically for them.FOR MORE INFORMATION Find out more about the Ford F-550, visit www.ford.com.
MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM JUNE 202016UPFIXYou know the manufacturer’s a saying that reassures truck take it head-on. It’s much easier to find the perfect truck for your job in light-duty applications when the truck itself is the only tool you need. But isn’t enough for your medium-duty so are many other tools and assets when it comes to doing medium-duty jobs right.the market for upfits and accessories that help complete the job instead of just get you there. Depending on your is ready and waiting to be made into here to help get you there. Customize to your heart’s content with the right body and accessories that optimize Upfitting a Ford F-550JUST HOW CUSTOMIZED CAN YOU BE?MINIMIZER To protect your truck body from sand, mud, and rocks kicked up from your tires, consider Minimizer fenders. Its MIN1900 series fenders designed specifically for 19.5-inch dual wheels are a perfect fit on the Ford F-550 chassis. The fenders are available in multiple color options with or without integrated taillights and are backed by Minimizer’s Lifetime Guarantee. Installing fenders saves money by keeping equipment clean, reducing corrosion and damage to your truck.www.minimizer.com UPFIT WITH CTECH'S STORAGE SOLUTIONS, FROM UNDER THE SEAT STORAGE BOXES TO SERVICE BODY DRAWERS, FOR EASY ACCESS TO ALL YOUR TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT.
JUNE 2020 WWW.MWSMAG.COM MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS 17BUYERS PRODUCTS Get year-round performance from the F-550s in your fleet. With Buyers Products’ SaltDogg® Medium Duty MDS Combination Dump Spreader, you can haul and dump mulch, gravel, and other materials in spring through fall. Then attach the spinner to deice in the winter. The MDS is the first combo body in its class to offer a fully electric drive—no central hydraulics required. A 304 stainless steel body with roll-formed sides and a cross member-free design provide a 3- to 4-cubic-yard capacity and optimized material flow. A double-acting MailHot® hoist provides powerful and reliable dump action. Toolboxes, pre-wets, and other accessories available for all seasons.www.buyersproducts.comTake note!build your perfect work truck. Tweet a photo and mention @mwsmag.DAKOTA BODIES If you’re looking for a custom solution strictly for your application and business, Dakota Bodies allows just that. The brand creates bodies based on your exact needs, allowing customization on every aspect. Take for instance this Aerial Service Body installed on the Ford F-550. It’s built with an aluminum body that features a 10-year corrosion warranty, increases payload, is partially constructed out of recycled materials, and is available in a powder coat finish. Owners have the option of including a chainsaw box, ladder rack, and a thru storage compartment in the tailshelf. www.dakotabodies.comSEE ADPG 19
MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM JUNE 202018UPFIXBUILT JOB TOUGHA work truck is only as good as how So be sure to take your truck from Minimizer’s fenders to keep your body for all things storage. How customized READING TRUCK GROUP For those looking for a service body with a good reputation, consider the Aluminum Classic II™ Service Body from Reading Truck Body. Known for its quality components, innovative features and legendary durability, the Classic II is a premiere aluminum service body in the industry. Aluminum bodies offer a lightweight and versatile solution that allows for increased payload capacity yet is tough enough for rugged industrial and construction work. Aluminum is also a great corrosion-resistant option for harsh weather environments. The aluminum Classic II is also backed by Reading’s 10-year warranty.If you’re looking for a body to fit a specific application, the Master Mechanic™ 45-Series heavy-duty crane body offers a combination of versatility, mobility, and productivity. This model has a standard 11-ft crane body built for a crane rating up to 7,500 lbs (45,000 ft-lb) and an 84-inch cab-to-axle chassis. Workers benefit from ample interior and exterior storage that allows for easy curbside access to tools and supplies and secures items safely with a three-point locking system. Master Mechanic Series crane bodies feature 360-degree pivotable external lighting for improved visibility and compression style handles on compartments that are easy to grab with a gloved hand. This particular body is also upfit with a Stellar crane and a Reading MM40 Air Compressor.www.readingbody.com Service truck beds are no stranger to the F-250 to F-550 lineup and feel very at home in its rugged chassis. CTech has provided premium Tool Drawer Units (TDUs) to the work truck industry for years. Many manufacturers have taken notice and use CTech drawers as their preferred option for fitting the openings of their service beds, as seen in the bed pictured. CTech drawers feature a patented design MotionLatch handle that allows for easy access to anything stored inside while securely closed during transport. Like the lightweight aluminum cab of a Ford F-Series, CTech is an all-aluminum construction. CTECHwww.ctechmanufacturing.comSEE ADPG 9
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WWW.MWSMAG.COM 22OPERATIONSOPERATIONSIt’s Possible to Go Green and Save Money—Here’s HowPROPANE AUTOGAS IS A PROVEN, AVAILABLE ALTERNATIVE FUEL THAT CAN REDUCE EMISSIONS AND LOWER OPERATING COSTS By Steve Whaleylight-duty feature
WWW.MWSMAG.COM 23Wthat if companies want to lower emissions or meet fleet sustainability more to do it. It’s often one of the reasons fleet owners are initially reluctant to consider other energy sources besides gasoline or diesel.But it’s time to fact check that line of thought.lowest total cost of ownership of any fuel: propane autogas. Thanks to its low fuel and their total operating costs. Here’s how.COST OF FUELautogas itself is consistently less than prices fluctuated to lower prices this diesel on price per gallon by as much autogas falls between the price of oil autogas prices don’t fluctuate as are able to more easily manage fuel retailers work with fleet owners to create a contract that allows fleets to lock in a set price per gallon for the year. This is another layer of protection against fluctuating fuel prices. Because to make the switch can work with a local propane supplier who can help them select and install an affordable fuel contract to fit their needs.MAINTENANCE COSTS The second way many fleets realize in maintenance costs. Compared to a Propane autogas emissions the need for costly additional fluids and filters like diesel emissions fluid the added maintenance costs and and effort to maintain these emissions systems that constantly become more become increasingly more strict. downtime to complete these repairs autogas has fewer residual contaminants to the oil that cause naturally occurs in gasoline engines. maintenance costs.FINANCIAL ASSISTANCEAlthough the total cost of ownership substantially less without relying such as propane autogas. Earlier this Consolidated Appropriations Act credit will be able to claim a credit for any fuel purchases made in claims for credits or refunds.Additional opportunities are also with their area Clean Cities Coalition benefit here is to the neighborhoods where these fleets operate. With significant reductions in harmful with propane autogas contribute to a their community. ABOUT THE AUTHORStephen Whaley is director of on-road business development for the Propane Educaon & Research Council. He can be reached at stephen.whaley@propane.com. Find out more, visit www.propane.com/eet-vehicles.
WWW.MWSMAG.COM 24OPERATIONSIt’s likely your fleet managers use a telematics system on their fleets. Telematics systems are They seem to become more and passes. We touch on these systems Modern WorkTruck Solutions simply to rely on for smooth operations.Telematics systems for the chassis fleet manager how their operations Although these systems make fleet operations more efficient in terms common telematics systems lack data n the chassis.At the Work Truck Show this past its telematics system specifically the system garnered interest from both large and small fleets. So how “We talked to our customers to see what information they were Oppermann says. “We heard from the fleet managers that they wanted a full picture of their fleets and their fleet managers are looking for the same thing: more data. They want to ensure assets are being optimized MADE FOR MANAGERSOppermann says fleet managers different ways. “Some people want put that data into something they do thIndustries created a dashboard for fleets of all sizes so that managers can for their operations. The dashboard asset data from the dashboard to an internal system for additional analysis or to combine with other fleet data. Stellar designed the system to be as can see the information that is most important for them.Oppermann says the system where the telematics system was also on display. Although the feedback interested fleet managers who made STELLAR INDUSTRIES GIVES FLEETS A FULL PICTURE OF THEIR EQUIPMENT A Telematics System for Equipment
JUNE 2020 WWW.MWSMAG.COM MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS 25a few suggestions. Just as Stellar listened to customer input while feedback from the trade shows to compressor usage information by breaking down data into hours and daily minutes prior to the trade shows. But Oppermann says fleet manager feedback showed a desire to see information on how much a compressor was running for loaded updated the dashboard for managers to see that data at a glance. PILOT PROGRAMBefore Stellar Industries introduced put it through pilot testing. “We started off with a pretty large fleet as one of our partners throughout going on a customer journey with them to figure out what they’re rolled it out to another fleet for pilot out to yet another fleet. “We kept looking at it to make sure we were doing the best we could to hit the SYSTEM BENEFITSalso highlighted the importance of maintenance. Stellar Telematics to any employee in a company. These maintenance reminders help maintenance could go unperformed and potentially cause downtime or cutting into a fleet’s bottom line.data collection allows fleet managers to use the data to determine connected to Stellar Telematics. Oppermann says some fleet managers capture specifically to determine how their aspects such as to is used properly as for the job.
MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM JUNE 202026OPERATIONSthat if an operator notifies a fleet manager that a larger crane is needed to determine if it is used near to capacity a majority of the time. This Additional benefits of Stellar’s system are operator controls and on and off through an app on their cell phone. The app also shows the status of electrical components. This status is also accessible to the truck and determine the issue within a few minutes. USING THE SYSTEMStellar Industries’ telematics system features a long list of trackable data are displayed on the dashboard or reports. This wealth of data is dashboard. Data from other aspects such as the use of flood lights can be found in reports.Oppermann says perhaps the best way to use Stellar Industries’ system is to look at your fleet’s usage points and lifecycle. Are there any outliers among your fleet? Are harder than others to perform the same task? If there are major situation. It’s possible that there is a operated incorrectly.the system to other locations within their fleet. And why wouldn’t are able to focus more on the job at Stellar’s system also allows its get a better understanding of how each asset is used on the job.Stellar Industries’ goal was to satisfy fleet managers’ need for a fleet managers get.FOR MORE INFORMATION Stellar Industries manufactures hydraulic truck-mounted equipment including hookli hoists, cable hoists, container carriers, telescopic cranes, arculang cranes, and work truck accessories. Find out more about the Stellar Telemacs system, visit www.stellarindustries.com.
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WWW.MWSMAG.COM 28MAINTENANCEWhere the Rubber Meets the LoadHOW A SINGLE DAD’S SMALL BUSINESS RELIES ON TIMBRENHIndiana. He owns a fleet of ten trucks and four trailers located in Indianapolis. He proudly runs a family owned business; it’s just Tom and his son Tyler. He calls DAD’S PARTNERTom’s customers are both residential and commercial. He a platform for business promotion. AS A SINGLE DAD, TOM TAKES HIS 3-YEAR-OLD SON, TYLER, WITH HIM EVERY DAY. “While I was still driving a semi full time and hauling gravel in my spare time, my son Tyler was born. His mother told me that if I kept working long hours, he was going to grow up without me. Her words hit home. I realized I was working too much and not spending enough time with him. “A few short months later, I discovered I needed shoulder surgery. As I began to connect the dots, I realized I had a big decision to make. Ready or not, I decided to give my employer two week’s notice. Why? Because I was going to make Gravel Guy my full-time occupation and raise my son on my own. In fact, ever since his first birthday, Tyler has ridden in the truck with me every day as my partner in Gravel Guy, excavation, and more.“My son is the best thing that has ever happened to me. Being able to wake up with him and take him to work is the greatest feeling in the world.”TOM HAS OPERATED GRAVEL GUY FOR JUST OVER FOUR YEARS. WHEN ASKED HOW HE GOT STARTED, HE SAID: “It was really by accident, you know. I wanted to buy a skid-steer loader to use around the farm and started shopping for a used one. But after looking around I realized that buying a new one was a better option. “When I filled in a credit app to buy a new machine, I soon learned they wanted 50% down. Turns out I needed to come up with $28,000. I had some money saved, but not nearly that much. Where was I going to find that kind of money?“I had recently traded an old pickup for a Dodge dump truck and decided to put it to work. So, I placed an ad on Facebook to haul and spread gravel. Well, the response was more than I expected. I couldn’t answer the phone fast enough! “I drove a semi seven days a week, 365 days a year. Working full-time hours meant I would haul gravel whenever I could fit it in. “Long story short, I saved enough money to buy the machine but had to rebuild my trailer so I could tow it home. After hauling my new machine around for a few weeks, the trailer broke in half! More money…“Almost one year later working full time and hauling gravel part time, a neighbor kid asked if I would hire him. I really needed someone to share the work load, so I taught him the ropes, and before long he became my first employee. “Soon after he started working for me, we were getting referrals. But nobody knew my name. People would call and ask for the ‘gravel guy.’ After that, the name kind of stuck.”
GROWING FAITHRUBBER, MEET LOADemployees and one 3-year-old partner. A typical 1-ton dump was beating his trucks into the ground. WWW.MWSMAG.COM 29FOR MORE INFORMATIONLook for the link to a Gravel Guy informaonal video in the digital edion. Find out more about Timbren SES suspensions, visit www.mbren.com.NOT WANTING TO BECOME ANOTHER STATISTIC, TOM LEARNED THAT GROWING A BUSINESS REQUIRES A MIXTURE OF COURAGE, GRIT, AND FAITH. “There was a time—not that long ago—when I began to worry I would have to close the doors of my business. Over the winter I had invested $150,000 trying to grow the business by building storage facilities for another delivery product. “I found myself down to my last $600 in my business account, and we weren’t getting any orders. This was the first time we’d experienced something like this. I feared the worst but hoped for the best. During those dark days, I recall—it was Wednesday at noon—that miraculously the phone started ringing, and it hasn’t stopped since. Call it luck or call it fate, I think the Lord was looking out for us.”TOM HAS ALWAYS OVERWORKED HIS TRUCKS AND TRAILERS. SO WHEN HE FOUND OUT THERE WAS A SIMPLE AND EFFECTIVE WAY TO PROTECT HIS TRUCK’S SUSPENSION, A HELPER SPRING MADE OF RUBBER, HE DECIDED TO TRY IT OUT. “I was at Indianapolis Spring buying a gooseneck kit for my truck. While I was there I noticed a display for Timbren SES suspension helpers. I read the brochure and decided to give them a try. After installing a set of rubber springs on my 2000 Ford F-350, I was amazed at how well they performed. That was over 10 years ago.“I do have some large trailers and overload every one of them every day. None of them have any suspension work or added parts. In fact, Timbren SES is the only helper spring I have ever used on any of my truck suspensions. As we continue to grow, Timbren will be there with us the whole way.”
MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM JUNE 202030TECHNOLOGYRtime they clock in until they clock Technology solutions that are purpose REAL-TIME INTELLIGENCEHow does an organization stop a problem before it escalates? The answer is with real-time intelligence to empower the team. Monitoring systems stakeholders can make efficient use of their resources to address potential and ensure structural integrity. Some fleet management technology allow software and sensors to enable users to create customized monitoring Tools to Improve Ready Mix ProductivityUSE TECHNOLOGY TO INCREASE PRODUCTIVITY, PROFIT, AND SAFETY By Steve Youngheavy-duty feature
JUNE 2020 WWW.MWSMAG.COM MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS 31a range of on-demand information businesses can manage their fleet accurate business information.VIDEO INTELLIGENCEand organization.because it can record a continuous does VI help to mitigate and support identifies coaching opportunities. communication opportunities are TRUCK NAVIGATIONsystems specific to commercial organizational safety and efficiency. should be wary of using popular needed to identify streets designed weight restrictions as well as bridge clearance obstacles. GEOGATEStechnology continually adapt and now integrated into some telematics The geogate solution enhances routes. The manager can set the gate both. Dispatch can add gates easily by simply drawing a line perpendicular across the road on a map. Dispatch can use geogates to warn of entering areas that are off-limits. OPTIMIZE TECHIn a world where it has become increasingly more difficult to get ABOUT THE AUTHORSteve Young is the business area manager for Trimble Construcon Logiscs, which provides technology soluons designed specically for the construcon materials industry. He has more than 15 years of experience in transportaon, business management, soware engineering, user experience, and technology management. He can be contacted at steve_young@trimble.com. Multiple sensors installed on a fleet vehicle enable users to create customized monitoring solutions.
WWW.MWSMAG.COM 32TECHNOLOGYAand in challenging circumstances.measures in place to support . this crisis. This will not only protect your company’s economic prosperity but the public at large.safety should also now include your societal benefits.PROTECTING HEALTHyou must know how COVID-19 is spread. person-to-person and through contact with contaminated surfaces. There are measures that can be put in place to • Wash and sanitize hands frequently.• Practice social distancing. How Can You Ensure the Safety of Your Drivers During this Time?IN A COVID-19 WORLD, DRIVER SAFETY IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN EVER
JUNE 2020 WWW.MWSMAG.COM MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS 33should be done using online tools.• Use protective equipment. If you them on proper usage.• Disinfect surfaces daily. This includes the inside and outside wheel and door handles.ON THE ROADlook at how this monitoring can help increase as well as the unusual circumstances will lead to stress and should keep an eye on.person’s body in similar ways as concentration and slower reaction many reasons including:• Time of day. likely to fall asleep at the wheel takes a natural dip during these times and causes drowsiness and • Stress. Work-related stress has become more pronounced during the pandemic as people are much more.• Driving long hours. performance deteriorates after leading to slower reaction times and decreased concentration. The YOUR PARTSo what can you do as a fleet owner/manager to make the job safer? telematics is one of the best tools show if fatigue played a role.to become fatigued (as discussed in-cab telematics tools to wake them up or ask them to pull oyourself with the symptoms and implement measures to counteract adjust their job schedule to allow more breathing room. Telematics technology offers job scheduling capabilities for this purpose.repairs is also important for safety. On-board telematics keeps track of helps fleets schedule maintenance the spread of COVID-19.On-board technology can also as high oil pressure. Should any of immediate action can be taken to ine damage.that cannot be afforded when essential FIRST PRIORITYbecome complacent once COVID-19 subsides and operations return the circumstances. FOR MORE INFORMATIONFind out more, visit www.mixtelemacs.com.866.251.1777 • 205.824.9796 randym@mwsmag.comREACH KEY INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS get your media planner mwSmAg.COmLOAD ING AN D UNLO ADINGRAMPS PROVIDE A SECU RE PATHOBTAI NING EQUI LIBRIU MQUICK ROUTE TO BR INGING WHEELS IN BALAN CEOCTOBER 2017LIGHT-DUTY2018 T OYOTA TUN DRAMEDIUM-DUTYFORD CUTAWAY E-450 DRWHEAVY-DUTY HINO 3 38THE MORE THIN GS CHA NGESOMETI MES STIC KING WITH WHAT WORKS IS KEYICUEE Booth #L127 FEEL ING WARM INSID ECHOOSI NG THE BES T AUXILIA RY HEATERTHE MORE THIN GS CHA NGEADVERTISING OPSREACH KEY INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS
WWW.MWSMAG.COM 34TECHNOLOGYManaging a Fleet RemotelyTIPS ON YOUR WORKSPACE, COMMUNICATION, AND TASK MANAGEMENT
JUNE 2020 WWW.MWSMAG.COM MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS 35As the COVID-19 pandemic are facing the dilemma of how to manage operations remotely. The pandemic affects all businesses on Changing your fleet management system to function remotely sounds of software tools that can help you a cloud-based fleet management solution for managing assets remotely and communicating across your team. The most important aspect of remote fleet management is hinges on how well you and your team communicate. Staying informed of fleet operations in real time is prudent fleet management software to manage tasks on an organized platform. Most fleet managers are used to they’re spread out along their any contact for an undetermined period of time brings about new on paper or installed solutions to manage your fleet. How you set up your remote communication strategy as well as your workspace during this time will be critical for your fleet’s success. Implementing software solutions to help you stay organized streamlines operations and ensures unnecessary downtime. YOUR WORKSPACE significantly during the pandemic. Setting up a dedicated workspace of normalcy and help you adapt to remote work life. To ensure you stay you may need to set boundaries to help you maintain focus. Consider meetings or on phone calls. to track and manage assets in real communication channels is a must. A
MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM JUNE 202036TECHNOLOGYphone signal will keep you connected with your team at all times. As you transition to a remote to manage your fleet. Don’t be to do your job will help you adapt to remote work life more easily. COMMUNICATEyour team ensures you’re on the your team. Putting a premium on A mobile phone is a fleet manager’s important to make sure your team employees and forwarding your office phone to your cell are two easy solutions to stay in touch. To consider streamlining all fleet management tasks through a mobile cross operations. made it easy for workers both remote and on-site to still hold meetings. connect with team members face-to-face and share computer screens to Virtually all businesses use email many useful integrations to promote communication aTracking assets remotely and sound impossible if you’re still using paper processes or outdated systems software tools can aid communication management software is a mobile-first Many fleet managers use a mobile fleet management app to create and manage tasks remotely.
JUNE 2020 WWW.MWSMAG.COM MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS 37fleet management software to streamline communication and gain can easily access information and comTASK MANAGEMENTimportant than maintaining the Before you implement remote fleet sanitization methods and performance standards to mitigate issues. Set daily goals and assignments appropriate team members reach out to you each day for status updates. To many fleet managers use a mobile fleet management app to create and manage tasks remotely. With a upload maintenance and inspection data from anywhere to keep you informed of critical issues. In addition to managing day-to-day tasks like work orders and asset use to keep your fleet running peace of mind while you’re away and help you determine the best across your fleet. reduction or an increase in demand keep an eye on your fleet’s bottom line and prepare for any potential to forecast future operating costs and weeks and months ahead. your fleet weather the pandemic. Centralizing all fleet data in fleet tracking simple. With configurable can automatically calculate your regarding your fleet’s budget. No matter how you manage your working strategy begins and ends with communication. Staying connected to real time will help your team stay safe FOR MORE INFORMATIONFind out more about how to remotely manage your eet, visit www.eeo.com.
WWW.MWSMAG.COM 38SAFETYOpen Communication and Consistent CoachingOPERATING IN THE NEW NORMAL: PART 1Wprior to the COVID-19 pandemic. no one really knows what the normal will look like once the pandemic slows and state to state as different parts of the country slowly reopen and get back frontline workers as they continue to The reality is that the way business is again. This series will include tips to help you and your fleet get back to like for different organizations.immediate impact to your fleet.UNCLOG LINEShappen tomorrow. It’s difficult to stay the road in front of you.to unclog the lines of communication. • Pay close attention to the feelings understand the message behind the words and actions to get a better understanding of their mindset.
WWW.MWSMAG.COM 39• Don’t put your own feelings in aside your own needs and ideas. • way. With so many items changing daily and uncertainty at an all-and hear them.• speakers finish what they are saying before you respond.• Ask for more information a clear understanding.transparent communications. Open your door or pick up your phone. CONSTRUCTIVE COACHING“A good coach can change a game. A great coach can change a life.” – John Woodenare the players and safety managers are embrace coaching sessions and feedback as an essential way to continuously task-saturated operations leaders. Time spent coaching is better than when there is a collision.the opportunity to sit down for an in-person coaching session. By picking not with them physically. Open communication and consistent and let them know you care.FOR MORE INFORMATIONTo gain more insights on communicaon and coaching, download the eBook, “Coach Your Drivers to Safety and Success,” from SmartDrive. It can help make coaching part of your safety culture, measure your coaching eecveness, provide advanced analycs for coaching, and more. Find out more, visit www.smartdrive.net.
MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM JUNE 202040WORK TRUCK PRODUCTSA.R.E.CX CLASSIC FOR JEEP GLADIATORwww.4are.comMILLERREMOTE START/STOP ON BOBCAT 260 AND 225www.millerwelds.com/remotesolutionsHOT SHOT’S SECRETSHIFT RESTOREtransmissions. This high-performance ester formula is a lubricity and cleaning agent that tenaciously attaches itself to all metal parts that it meets inside the transmission. The strong polarity pulls deposits off the metal surfaces and puts them back into solution. www.hotshotsecret.comCTECHFORD SUPER DUTY REAR SEAT STORAGE unit offers the added storage space needed. CTech drawers feature a patented while keeping securely closed during transport. With the added lock option you www.ctechmanufacturing.comSEE ADPG 9
JUNE 2020 WWW.MWSMAG.COM MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS 41VMACDTM70-H PTO DRIVEN MULTI-POWER SYSTEMS www.vmacair.com/product/dtm/dtm70-h/COOPER TIREROADMASTER RM257 DRIVE TIREan open-shoulder tire with three tread blocks in the center. The tire’s 3D siping allows for better grip in wet weather conditions.www.coopertire.comTRANSFER FLOW50-state Replacement Fuel Tank for F-150samount of hydrocarbons released into the atmosphere. The new tank is perfect for without sacrificing truck bed space. www.transferflow.comSTERTIL-KONIPortable Air Over Hydraulic Jackthe jack at home on the shop floor or on the road. It features a chromium-plated www.stertil-koni.com
WWW.MWSMAG.COM 42thethinkCabOutsidetheCabthinkOOOOetsideeeeideOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOuuuuuuutsideueutsidedeeiutsideeitututtssssiiiiddddddddeeeeeeeeeeeedddeeeeeeeiiiiiuuuttssiiddeeeeeddeeiiCabCabThinkThethethinkCabOutsidetheCabthinkOOOOetsideeeeideOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOuuuuuuutsideueutsidedeeiutsideeitututtssssiiiiddddddddeeeeeeeeeeeedddeeeeeeeiiiiiuuuttssiiddeeeeeddeeiiCabCabThinkTheAMERICA MOVES BECAUSE OF WORK TRUCKSThe layman might not know what we mean when we say “work truck.” But tell them it’s just about any commercial van, pickup, big rig, or heavy hauler that carries products, equipment, and technicians, and they’ll quickly realize that work trucks are everywhere. According to Kathryn Shifferle of Work Truck Solutions, work trucks are essentially the fabric that keeps the country going. Work Truck Solutions created a graphic showing just how much we rely on trucks in our daily lives. Check it out. Even if you’ve been in the industry for decades, you might learn something new.Talk soon! JadeSources: 1. U.S. Bureau of Transportation; 2. U.S. Special Delivery; 3. Statista ; 4. Journal of Medical Services; 5. Smart Asset; 6. U.S. Bureau of Labor; 7. Sunfab cranes; 8. U.S. EPA; 9. National Fire Protection Association ; 10, Research and Markets report ; 11. Intergovernmental organization for the development of refridgeration ; 12. The Construction Association; 13. IBIS World; 14. CNET; 15. Good Car Bad Car; 16. Autobody News. Graphic courtesy of Work Truck Solutions. www.worktrucksolutions.com.