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INCREASE STORAGE CAPACITYINSTALL STORAGE SYSTEMSWWW.MWSMAG.COMOCTOBER2021LIGHT-DUTY SHOWCASE: THE 2021 FORD TRANSITRETAIN VAN VALUEEMPLOY WALL FLOOR LINERS, 4 VAN SAFETY CONCERNSPROTECT YOUR DRIVERSFEATURINGTHEINDUSTRY'S WORKING VANS

CONNECT WITH US on Twitter (@mwsmag), Facebook (www.facebook.com/modernworktruck), and LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com/company/modern-work-truck-solutions).INDUSTRY NEWS ..............................6 INDUSTRY INSIGHT ......................... 10 PRODUCT SHOWCASE .................... 42IN EVERY ISSUEWESTERN STARThe 47X is rugged, maneuverable, and the solution for applications where visibility, handling, and weight savings are critical. The 49X is built for the toughest jobs with the components and power to deliver dependable performance in demanding conditions. Which model is right for you?www.westernstartrucks.com/xseriesINSIDE THIS ISSUEOCTOBER 2021 VOL-6 NO-1012LIGHT-DUTY2021 FORD TRANSIT VERSATILITY AND DRIVABILITYTHE UTILITY EXPO ROUNDUP ........ 44FLEET MANAGEMENT VIDEO TELEMATICS FOR FLEETS40MEDIUM-DUTYINCREASE STORAGE CAPACITYINSTALL STORAGE SYSTEMSWWW.MWSMAG.COMOCTOBER2021LIGHT-DUTY SHOWCASE: THE 2021 FORD TRANSITRETAIN VAN VALUEEMPLOY WALL FLOOR LINERS, 4 VAN SAFETY CONCERNSPROTECT YOUR DRIVERSFEATURINGTHEINDUSTRY'S WORKING VANSWHEEL END SYSTEMS UNDERSTANDING COMPONENTSHEAVY-DUTY30SHOWCASECOVER STORIESOPERATIONSRETAIN VAN VALUE ...........................24Employ wall, floor linersSAFETY4 VAN SAFETY CONCERNS ....................36Protect your driversOPERATIONSINCREASE STORAGE CAPACITY ......................20Install storage systems

OPERATIONSDETERMINING THE FUTURE OF FUELS ....................................16Full mobility life cycle analysis and net-zero emissionsTECHNOLOGYHOW TO CHANGE THE PERCEPTION OF FLEET RISK ................26The dangers of cell phone use while drivingTECHNOLOGYA COURSE ON GPS TRACKERS ............................................... 28All your GPS tracker concerns and questions answered: part 1MAINTENANCEENVIRONMENTALLY PROGRESSIVE PAINT SYSTEM DOESN’T COMPROMISE ON BEAUTY AND TOUGHNESS ............32PPG’s premium paint line delivers eye-catching appeal and long-lasting durability—while offering the industry’s lowest VOC ratings of any full line FEATURED PRODUCTPULLTARPS ..........................................................................43Truck tarping systems for the rough and ruggedwww.mwsmag.com P.O. Box 660197 Birmingham, Alabama 35266DONNA CAMPBELL Editor in Chiefdonna@mwsmag.com JADE BRASHER Editorjade@mwsmag.comRANDY MOON Associate Publisher randym@mwsmag.comVAL CARRIER Media Consultantval@mwsmag.comGARY BARKER Media Consultantgary@mwsmag.comTIM O’HARA Media Consultanttim.ohara@mwsmag.comLISA AVERY Art Director lisa@mwsmag.comSETH SAUNDERS Digital Media SpecialistINGRID BERKY Office ManagerNo part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopy, recording, or any information storage-and-retrieval system without permission in writing from the publisher. The views expressed by those not on the staff of Modern WorkTruck Solutions, or who are not specifically employed by Highlands Publications are purely their own. All Industry News material has either been submitted by the subject company or pulled directly from its corporate website, which is assumed to be cleared for release. Comments and submissions are welcome, and can be submitted to jade@mwsmag.com. MWSMAG.COM CHRIS GARMONCFO DONNA CAMPBELLVP, Editorialwww.highlandspublications.com 312 Lorna Square Birmingham, AL 35216866.251.1777TIM GARMONCEORUSSELL HADDOCKPresidentTONYA BROWNINGVice PresidentWelcome to October! Our focus for this month’s issue is on the industry’s work vans. For businesses learning to adapt to a post-COVID world bringing services to the customer instead of the customer coming to them, work vans have been a godsend. Our van content starts on page 10 with mobile power solutions from Samlex America. Then flip over to October’s vehicle showcase featuring the 2021 Ford Transit on page 12. Page 20 features van upfit solutions that increase the efficiency and safety of your work van. We also have solutions to increase the value of your van by installing wall and floor liners. Check it out on page 24. For those who don’t employ vans in their fleet, we have a piece on cell phone safety and GPS tracking on page 26 and 28. And for those looking to improve the look of their vehicles, we’ve got a piece featuring PPG’s new sustainable paint system on page 32. There’s all of that and so much more in store for you this month! Enjoy!Jade Brasher EditorEDITOR’S NOTETalk soon! Jade32 4326

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MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM OCTOBER 20216INDUSTRY NEWSDue to its numerous properties and, specifically, its corrosion resistance, many industrial applications use powder coatings. As the oldest corrosion resistance test, developers widely prefer the salt spray test to evaluate anti-corrosion coatings. Coxreels announced it recently exceeded 20% more hours than the recommended industry standard for salt spray testing.The independent lab test measured the corrosion and UV resistance of Coxreels’ powder coated materials. Results indicated that Coxreels’ products ranked in the top tier of the grading system for both UV and corrosion resistance. Therefore, Coxreels’ powder coating received a rank higher than under hood automotive applications and standard pieces of heavy-duty construction equipment. For more, visit www.coxreels.com. .  Autocar designed its Badass waste collection vehicles as the nation’s first of refuse trucks featuring ADAS (Advanced Driver Assist System). To ensure consistent performance, Autocar tested trucks in a variety of road, traffic, and weather conditions—including Michigan’s harsh winter conditions. Autocar’s pioneering ADAS-equipped truck boasts: Advanced Emergency Braking System (AEBS); Forward Collision Warning (FCW); Stationary Merge Assistant (SMA); Blind Spot Detection (BSD); Electronic Stability Controls (ESC); and Rollover Stability Controls (RSC). Autocar tested the ADAS hardware to confirm that the ADAS system can handle the severe-duty environment of the refuse industry. For more, visit www.autocartruck.com. Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) announced its Freightliner battery electric Innovation and Customer Experience (CX) Fleets have reached 1 million miles of real-world usage, with fleets operating across the West Coast and Canada. With order boards for the eCascadia and eM2 open earlier this year, DTNA has seen demand for its electric trucks.Comprised of over 40 BEV Freightliner eCascadias and eM2s, Freightliner Electric Innovation and CX Fleets have transformed the testing process. Freightliner supplied trucks to almost 50 customers to accumulate experience while performing real work in real commercial vehicle

MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM OCTOBER 20218INDUSTRY NEWSWhy Attend?Connect with the best ideas, the newest solutions and the brightest minds all in one location.Network with top eet managers in a casual environment. Share, learn and source new ideas, better methods and new solutions for your business. Fleet Managers Learn about new products and solutions during one-on-one meetings with suppliers of products and services. Customize your event based on vendors that you would like to meet.Solution Providers Meet qualied eet managers and gain industry insights.“A new way to connect with eet leaders. Every minute is time well spent.”Organized by Eaton Hall Exhibitions CORAL GABLES,FLRegister Today!FREE EVENT for eets of over 150 work trucksWhere: e Biltmore Hotel, Miami FloridaWhen: November 9-11, 2021(800) 746-9646 www.workfleetforum.comapplications. From collecting driver feedback, comparing the relative impact of driver behavior, temperature, weather, and weight between multiple fleets and duty cycles to assessing wear, testing charging equipment behavior, and readying the service network, DTNA gained tremendous operational learnings that will apply to the production vehicles delivered to customers in late 2022. For more, visit www.freightliner.com. Netradyne announced the expansion of its Driveri® product line with the introduction of the D-430 video safety device. The D-430 retains all of the advanced features and functionality of its predecessor, the D-410, but the D-430 offers next-level performance including processing capabilities, upgraded imaging sensors, higher accuracy GPS, and improved visual object detection. Pairing fast, real-time processing with onboard camera sensors, fleets have visibility to make decisions that improve safety and reduce accidents.Driveri’s new industry leading features and functionality include: recommended coaching that helps fleets determine which drivers to coach to improve behaviors; compound alerts that add context to base alerts and highlight risky driving events involving multiple driving behaviors; vehicle groups that enable fleets to assign vehicles to the same groups as drivers; and vehicle locator/live tracking improvements that provide greater visibility of the vehicle. For more, visit www.netradyne.com.    Prime Design introduced Cantilever Fold-Up Shelving and Modular Sliding Partitions to meet the demands of the final-mile or parcel-delivery segment. These product lines represent Prime Design’s first solutions for promoting the safety and productivity of the vehicle’s interior. Prime Design designed both new product lines with the driver in mind. The product lines promote driver safety as well as the ability to improve productivity and get the job done faster. The Cantilever Fold-Up Shelving is available for cargo vans and box trucks. Its patented, one-of-a-kind durable design is best-in-class for simple, ergonomic operation that is safe and improves productivity and delivery speed. The Modular Sliding Partitions are available in aluminum or steel for commercial cargo vans. The sliding partition design allows quick, easy cargo access while offering a barrier between the driver and cargo space. For more, visit www.primedesign.net.

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OCTOBER 2021 WWW.MWSMAG.COM MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS 11 We see a diverse range ofvan types and requirements, and withour wide selection of inverters wecan recommend a suitable productto meet each customer’s needs. Recently, we’ve noticed a surge in demand for power solutions that fit into cargo vans. The cargo van is very versatile and can be used in a large number of markets. The cargo van can be fit with a multitude of racks or shelves to help with any need. Both our PST and NTX line of inverters are a compact power solution and fit well in the small storage spaces in cargo vans. They give off the robust power needed in cargo vans to help support the many applications these types of vans can produce.   Our strength is our diverse product offering of inverters and inverter/chargers. If you tell us what you want to power and for how long, we will have a robust power solution to meet your off-grid and mobile power needs. Our SAM Series is our modified sine wave inverter for basic applications and non-complicated loads. The PST Series is our flagship line of pure sine wave inverters designed for heavy-duty, commercial use. The PST is available in both 12V and 24V models and comes with one-wire remote start and hardwire options. The NTX Series is the newest addition to our inverter lineup and offers the same robust power of our PST Series in a simple, no-frills design. Our EVO Inverter/Chargers are an all-in-one solution—pure sine wave inverter, adaptive battery charger, and transfer switch with two AC inputs for grid and generator. These are a great choice for work vans with heavy loads that require continuous operation. One of the biggest differentiators with our EVO Series is the removable SD card in the EVO-RC remote. The advantage to the installer is that the SD card can be programmed and then duplicated across an entire fleet, making the install process quick and easy.  We’re excited for the newest addition to our inverter lineup, the NTX Series. Many customers want clean, robust power for their tools and electronics but don’t need the extra expense that comes with features such as hardwiring or one-wire remote start. The NTX Series was created to deliver the same reliable, high-power performance of our flagship PST Series but with a simplified design, making pure sine power more affordable. We are also introducing a new 200W Solar Charging Kit to add to our lineup of solar power solutions.Our EVO Series of Inverter/Chargers comes with two options for remote control, the EVO-RC and the EVO-RC-PLUS. These both come with removable SD cards for easy programming and data-logging and offer continuous enhancements with regular software updates to keep up with technology advancements.We dive into all fleet, long-haul, and utility truck upfits. Our PST line of inverters is commercial grade to handle industrial applications for all work and utility trucks. Samlex has the largest offering of inverters in the industry, so no matter what application is needed, we will be able to find the right fit for your fleet. We also carry the MSK Series of portable solar charging kits for easy charging. These come in a 90W or 135W option and come with all the parts you need, as well as a convenient carrying case for a plug and play solar charging system.FOR MORE INFORMATIONJe Wright is the channel account manager for the eet market at Samlex America. He focuses on providing commercial power soluons to eets, OEMs, and upers across North America. In his role he has become familiar with the power needs of eet operators and can recommend a soluon to t each applicaon. Find out more, visit www.samlexamerica.com.

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MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM OCTOBER 202112LIGHT-DUTY WORKTRUCK SHOWCASELIGHT-DUTY WORKTRUCK SHOWCASEThe 2021 Ford TransitBENEFIT YOUR BUSINESS WITH VERSATILITY AND DRIVABILITY

OCTOBER 2021 WWW.MWSMAG.COM MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS 13The 2021 Ford TransitBENEFIT YOUR BUSINESS WITH VERSATILITY AND DRIVABILITY

Word throughout the industry among upfitters and equipment manufacturers is that businesses are starting to use work vans more often. Some possible reasons are that they don’t require a CDL, they are versatile—offering a covered work space as well as plenty of room to haul equipment and tools—and even because vans are gender friendly as more female employees enter the work van/truck segment.According to GOODCARBADCAR, the Ford Transit was the top-selling commercial van in 2020, selling roughly 133,000 units. Although those are raw numbers—and it’s likely not all 133,000 of those units are used as a work van—it’s probably safe to say there’s a chance your fleet employs a Ford Transit. So what makes these vehicles so popular? Perhaps it’s the van’s versatility being as it’s offered in a number of packages and configurations. Or it could be the van’s capability with the available EcoBoost engine. Then again, maybe what drives the van’s popularity is the simple fact that it’s a comfortable and easy ride. POWER & ASSISTANCEThe 2021 Ford Transit Cargo Van comes standard with a 3.5-L PFDI V6 engine (PFDI meaning port-fuel/direct-injection). The difference in the PFDI and the standard 3.5-L V6 is that the PFDI features two injectors per cylinder to increase performance. The engine is capable of pumping out 275 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque. Owners also have the option of a 3.5-L EcoBoost V6 engine in their Transit. This engine offers 310 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque. What allows the engine to offer these numbers are twin turbochargers and the direct injection of fuel as opposed to intake ports. No matter the engine option you choose, the Transit features a 10-speed automatic transmission with features such as optimized wide-span gear spacing with drag-reduction actions and three overdrive gears.Aside from the Transit’s powertrain, the vehicle features handling offerings such as Hill Start Assist, Side-Wind Stabilization, and AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control (RSC). Owners also have the option for an all-wheel drive Transit as well as a heavy-duty front axle and trailer brake control.DRIVABILITYMore often than not, those who drive work vans aren’t professional drivers. Drivers of work vans are service technicians, plumbers, landscapers, and more. Their van is simply used to store their equipment and tools and get them from the jobsite back to home base. Because of this, driving in a work van should be simple, comfortable, and safe. The Ford Transit fits the bill. MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM OCTOBER 202114LIGHT-DUTY WORKTRUCK SHOWCASE Design changes make maneuvering from the front seat to the cargo space easier. Among those changes, the overhead storage shelf is now optional, providing more clearance when standing.TAKE NOTE

OCTOBER 2021 WWW.MWSMAG.COM MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS 15If you’ve ever driven a cargo van, you already know its similarities to SUVs and even sedans in terms of drivability. Depending on the size of your van, it might even be similar to your daily driver. These vans feature a seating position that is relatively similar to popular SUVs on the market. They feature instrument clusters and dashboards that house similar information and controls. And even the maneuverability in these cargo vans is comparable to those of popular SUVs, if not better.Ford offered all of these consumer vehicle features and then brought on the safety suite. The 2021 Ford Transit features pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking, a lane-keeping system, forward collision warning, automatic rain-sensing wipers, rear view camera with trailer hitch assist, and Ford Telematics as standard features. Optional features include adaptive cruise control, blind spot information system with cross-traffic alert and trailer coverage, upfitter switches, and a front and rear split-view camera among other features.A stereo system, Bluetooth, dual USB ports with a 4-inch display is standard with the Transit, but the van is also available with an 8-inch touchscreen with navigation and SiriusXM. VERSATILITYDrivers might like the Transit’s drivability, but fleet owners will like its versatility. New for 2021 are two different packages; one of which is the Parcel Delivery Package. The Parcel Delivery Package adds 50/50 hinged rear doors with a wide 253-degree opening and full interior cargo lighting. Other packages include: an Exterior Upgrade with chrome accents and fog lamps; an Interior Upgrade with vinyl flooring, power-adjusting mirrors, and cruise control; and a Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow with tow/haul mode, a 4/7 pin connector assembly, and frame-mounted hitch receiver.The Transit is also offered in a number of configurations for all your work van needs. These configurations include cargo van, crew van, cutaway, or chassis cab with low, medium, and high roof. It’s offered in rear-wheel or all-wheel drive, single or dual rear wheels, and two wheelbases. Further, new for 2021 is a new maximum GVWR of 11,000 lbs.The Ford Transit can be purchased as a ready-to-work van. But for those who require even further modifications, the Transit offers a blank cargo space that is waiting for your upfits. BENEFIT TO BUSINESSWith cargo vans gaining more attention in the commercial and fleet segment, perhaps it’s time to take a look at the Ford Transit for yourself. Its capability, drivability, and versatility might prove to be beneficial to your business.FOR MORE INFORMATION Find out more about the Ford Transit, visit www.ford.com. New for 2021, all Ford Transit vans up to 9,500 lbs GVWR have a 50% wider clear aisle between the front seats due to replacing the manual parking brake on the floor with an electronic parking brake.TAKE NOTETELL US ABOUT IT If your business aligns with the trends in the market, it’s likely you’ve recently purchased or are in the market for a work van. If you purchased a Ford Transit, let us know your thoughts. Send your comments and photos to jade@mwsmag.com.

MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM OCTOBER 202116OPERATIONSClimate change and urban air quality are two of the largest environmental issues facing the world today. Perhaps the most challenging of these is climate change, which is caused by emissions of greenhouse gases (GHG) raising their level in Earth’s atmosphere. To address climate change, GHG emissions—consisting of mostly carbon dioxide—need to be controlled. Many sectors of the economy contribute to GHG emissions, but one of the most significant is transportation and mobility. SETTING A TIMELINEThe scientific and political consensus among most world governments is that GHG emissions should be reduced to a net-zero level by 2050 if climate change is to be controlled to an acceptable degree. Furthermore, what happens in the next decade will determine whether we can achieve this goal. To do so, the entire world will need to collaborate, particularly if economic disruption is to be avoided. A key need is to seek opportunities to decouple economic growth from the production of GHG emissions. Fortunately, many segments of the economy are already working toward that goal. LOOKING AT OPTIONSCurrently, fossil fuels dominate energy supply for the transportation segment, and changing this is the challenge. Options include battery and fuel cell-powered vehicles, but the world does not yet have the infrastructure to supply and distribute renewable energy in the form of electricity and hydrogen. Building out this infrastructure could further delay progress reducing GHG emissions. Another route could be to capture carbon dioxide from air and react to this with sustainable hydrogen to make liquid gasoline and diesel, much like we use today, only no longer based on fossil fuels. These are often referred to as e-fuels because renewable electricity is used to power the electrolysis of water, making hydrogen along with the processes that capture carbon dioxide, then using them as feedstocks to make fuels. This could create gasoline and diesel as net-zero fuels. It may be less energy-efficient, but it reduces the burden of infrastructure buildout and might further accelerate GHG reductions if they can be used in existing vehicles. For it to be an economically attractive policy, there needs to be plentiful sustainable energy—and it needs to be cheap. At the moment, the technology necessary to accomplish this still needs to be proven at scale. What is clear is that no matter how the transportation sector decides to address its GHG emissions problems, it will take significant investments from companies around the world to deploy these revolutionary technologies at sufficient scale to meet global demand.Determining the Future of FuelsFULL MOBILITY LIFE CYCLE ANALYSIS AND NET-ZERO EMISSIONS By Robert Quigley and David Spivey

OCTOBER 2021 WWW.MWSMAG.COM MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS 17TRANSPORT SOLUTIONSOne of the challenges facing the transport sector is that the four major segments (light-duty, heavy-duty, marine, and aviation) may ultimately need sector-specific solutions given their inherent differences. The answer currently receiving the most headlines—electrification—may be largely limited to light-duty and short-range vehicle markets due to battery limits on power density and charging time.Much of the heavy-duty market might be more suited to hydrogen, used either in fuel cells or internal combustion engines (ICE). There is also the option of e-fuels. Some regions of the world may consider biofuels, but there is concern about their capacity to meet wider transport needs sustainably, especially with impacts on land and water use, as well as competition with food production. For this reason, some regions discourage the use of biofuels in surface transportation in the more distant future, reserving it for other segments where there are fewer effective alternatives. There is much debate about the impact of land use on GHG emissions, and this is an area of significant scrutiny.To really understand which fuels might most effectively deliver GHG reductions for each segment, it is important to have a full mobility life cycle analysis (FMLCA) perspective.LIFE CYCLE ANALYSISCurrently, much GHG emissions legislation focuses on the emissions that come out of the tailpipe of the vehicle as the fuel is burned. This perspective is called Tank to Wheel (TtW), but it doesn’t provide the full perspective necessary to understand the overall impact of a transportation system on net GHG emissions. Another perspective, Well to Tank (WtT), looks at the emissions involved in the sourcing and manufacture of the fuel itself. This additional perspective is key to understanding the overall impact of using a fuel on GHG emissions. Well to Wheel (WtW) combines the above two analyses to look at the entire process of producing and burning the fuel as one cohesive whole.Though these three forms of analysis are effective in determining overall impact of fuel production and usage on GHG emissions, they don’t tell the full story. A further category of emissions must be added to the evaluation to develop a full mobility life cycle analysis—the emissions that arise from the manufacture and eventual disposal or recycling of vehicles themselves. Beyond this are also the sustainability implications

MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM OCTOBER 202118OPERATIONSof building out infrastructure for fuel manufacture supply and distribution and ensuring there are sufficient resources to deliver globally.Doing an FMLCA is the only way to ensure that specific fuels and vehicles can truly move the transportation sector toward its net-zero goals. Focusing strictly on what comes out of the tailpipe is not coherent with net-zero measures and the overall GHG picture. FUTURE OUTLOOKIt is going to take a significant educational effort on the part of the fuels industry to explain the importance of FMLCA to legislatures throughout the world so they can bring their laws to more effectively drive toward a net-zero future in time to control climate change.Instead of focusing on the final form of the energy used, a more effective approach would be to focus attention on the primary energy source. Whether a fuel is most capable of lowering net GHG emissions will depend more on what goes into producing it versus what the final form looks like. Factors that will affect these choices will be in-use efficiency, performance, FMLCA, cross-sector effects, infrastructure efficiency and, of course, economics. On this last aspect, we should consider the likely economic situation in the future. If energy and fuel choices are to be economically optimal, then the future economic perspective should be considered. Investments in supply may be more attractive than restrictions on use.As new fuels and equipment come into the market, fuel and lubricant additives will have to evolve to keep up. New fuels and vehicles that deliver net zero might create new challenges in other areas such as vehicle durability and maintenance and also emissions that impact urban air quality. It will be important for lubricant and fuel additive manufacturers to anticipate these changes and prepare for them while remaining flexible enough to shift directions should new developments come to the fore.ABOUT THE AUTHORSDr. Robert Quigley is the business manager of fuel products at Lubrizol. Quigley is responsible for the company’s fuels addives business in the EMEA region. During 20 years at Lubrizol, he has held various posions from project to product management. David Spivey is the technology manager of fuel products and strategic technology oils at Lubrizol. Spivey is accountable for Lubrizol’s longer-term perspecves on fuels and fuel addives. Find out more, visit www.lubrizol.com. ARE YOUR RECEIVABLES FLAT?ARE YOUR RECEIVABLES FLAT?WATCH YOUR RECEIVABLES INFLATE WITH PRINT & DIGITAL ADVERTISINGHELP IS JUST A CALL AWAY 205.795.0223 | RUSSELL@MWSMAG.COM MWS Can help GIVe TheM a lIFT.

MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM OCTOBER 202120OPERATIONSAn unorganized work van can lead to lost time searching for tools and supplies, running back and forth from the worksite because tools that were thought to be in the van are nowhere to be found. Additionally, a messy van presents increased opportunities for trips and falls from wires, hoses, and other equipment strewn on the van floor. The obvious solution is to organize your work van with storage upfit solutions. CASE STUDYA pest control company upfitted its fleet to ensure service technicians get on and off jobsites quicker through organization and efficient equipment and tool placement. The result offers a time savings that allowed service techs to make an average of four additional service calls per week. At $80 per month, the company increased each vehicle’s revenue capacity by $16,400 annually. With 200 trucks in the fleet, the company added $3.28 million in service capacity without adding any additional employees or work vehicles. The company’s ROI was 3.4 months. EFFICIENCY & SAFETYFor those looking to bring the same case study results to their fleet, it’s best to keep goals in mind. When modifying your work fleet with storage systems, your goals should be to increase efficiency and productivity while reducing injuries. To accomplish this, your storage system should: 1) organize and carry all the equipment, supplies, and tools needed; and 2) make them easily accessible so that injuries aren’t occurring from Increase Van Storage Capacity and Accessibility, Improve Efficiency, and Reduce InjuriesCREATE A SAFE, PRODUCTIVE, COHESIVE FLEET

OCTOBER 2021 WWW.MWSMAG.COM MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS 21picking up heavy items from awkward positions or having to climb in and out of the van multiple times per day. Worker safety should not be an afterthought since preventing even one back or torn ACL claim will pay for a small fleet of storage systems. STORAGE SOLUTIONSOrganizing your work vans is one of the best ways to increase efficiency. It is not uncommon for workers to lose hours every week dealing with a messy van. Finding the correct tools and loading materials can take much longer if your van is not orderly. The first step is to plan and organize the layout of all the equipment, supplies, and tools you will need to carry. Identify the typical working environment that your personnel work in, and make sure any systems you are considering will work in those environments. In addition, the van might be carrying too much inventory, or the worker may not realize they already have what they need and make the costly and unnecessary trip back to the warehouse. FROM THE BOTTOM UPIt is best to start your organization by clearing out your van and starting fresh, then methodically finding places for everything. Whenever possible, it is best to start with placing heavy things lower to the floor. This will help prevent items from shifting. Then place lighter items on top or above the heavier items.VAN CARGO LENGTH ROOF HEIGHT EXTENDOBED TRADITIONAL SHELF/DRAWERSTRANSIT, SPRINTER, PROMASTER 12 FT LOW207 FT3102 FT3TRANSIT, SPRINTER, PROMASTER 12 FTMEDIUM268 FT3132 FT3TRANSIT, SPRINTER, PROMASTER 12 FTTALL303 FT3149 FT3 EXTENDOBED'S SLIDE OUT EXTENDS PAST THE TAILLIGHTS. THIS MAKES SIDE DRAWERS ACCESSIBLE FROM SIDE DOORS AS WELL AS IN EXTENDED POSITION.

MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM OCTOBER 202122OPERATIONSORGANIZE FOR CONVENIENCEYou don’t want to just organize your items according to where they will fit, but also how often the item is used. An item used on a frequent basis should be easily accessible. Also, don’t place materials where technicians will need to step over them or where they block access to another item. Putting big items in the middle of the cargo space between side-mounted storage systems means it will have to be removed and then replaced each time you need something else stored. This significantly reduces efficiency and productivity and can also cause workplace injuries that could easily be prevented.USE ALL YOUR SPACEMany van solutions help organize using shelves, drawers, and storage that can be mounted along the walls of the van. As good as these systems are, they don't maximize all the cargo space because they usually leave "dead space" in the middle of the cargo area. Often, this area ends up collecting items that must be moved multiple times throughout the day. This reduces the efficiency and productivity of your work crew.To maximize your cargo space, consider a custom-designed sliding deck-style system, which slides equipment and supplies out to the user. Extendobed offers one such solution and typically doubles the storage capacity of your van’s cargo area, while making it much easier to access (see chart on page 25).CUSTOM SOLUTIONSSome sliding deck systems such as Extendobed can also be customized and built specifically for your needs to include drawers, white boards, mounting walls, equipment trays, multi-tier shelving, ladder storage, tie-downs, and more. These customized sliding deck solutions can be built in full-bed width or half-bed width designs so they can be used to slide out the side door or the back doors of a van. This allows a hybrid solution with both a sliding storage system and a traditional storage system in the van. Other simple modifications can include hooks, storage cubbies, interior ladder mounts, and lighting systems for working when dark.A COHESIVE FLEETOnce you’ve finalized your van storage system, it is recommended to implement the same storage system across the fleet wherever possible. This ensures that any worker can be assigned to any vehicle and not lose productivity. These are the top suggestions and options when organizing your work van. By taking these steps, you will increase the storage capacity, accessibility, and safety of your work van. Productivity and efficiency will increase, and workers comp claims should drop dramatically.FOR MORE INFORMATION Find out more about storage soluons for vans, visit www.extendobed.com. Extendobed slide out used in road maintenance application on an amber light vehicle. Carpet cleaning system installed on a van slide out.

MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM OCTOBER 202124OPERATIONSYour work truck or van is your mobile office, workshop, toolbox, warehouse, and even where you might spend a night on the jobsite. Protecting, insulating, and enhancing the van’s interior (walls, ceilings, doors, and floor) are an important step in creating the perfect environment for employees and van operators. The work, delivery, professional, and service van industry is booming and changing. The explosion in demand is fueled by national home delivery companies like Amazon making home delivery a daily activity for many Americans, plus the advent of professional services coming to your home. In 2019 alone, Americans received delivery of over 8.6 billion packages. Vans are no longer just for delivery. Today, you can get your dog groomed, a manicure, and even hire a personal trainer to exercise all within a salon or gym on wheels. There has also been a boom in traditional trade services that require fleets for lawn service, home painters, and plumbers. Needless to say, the Do-it-for-Me and Bring-it-to-Me era is here to stay. One of the most interesting uses is a new service launched from the COVID-19 impact with face-to-face shopping for women’s clothing. This involved a firm tasked to design a modular, easy-to-install, mobile shopping boutique that could serve as the store, fitting rooms, and warehouse all inside a Mercedes Sprinter work van. ENHANCE YOUR VANAll this new demand has created a push for better interior products to enhance the cab and cargo environments of the van. This is true not only for protection but also for aesthetics and function. Genesis Products, located in Elkhart, Indiana, within the heart of RV country, is known for supplying RV OEMs with rich and inviting interiors. Genesis Products develops high-impact commercial cargo bay flooring and walls that also feature laminated panels with the look and feel of wallpaper as well as textured paints. Fortunately, these Genesis products can also be used in commercial vans where more and more van owners and operators want a high-design appearance to enhance where they spend most of their time—in their work van.Recently, to meet the cargo liner demand, Genesis launched a new customer-facing product called Welfit™ Retain Your Van’s Value With Floor, Wall LinersA BOOM FOR THE VAN UPFIT INDUSTRY

OCTOBER 2021 WWW.MWSMAG.COM MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS 25Kits. Welfit cargo liners are lightweight, durable, and made in the USA. They are engineered to prevent denting and preserve the interior walls, ceilings, doors, and floors to extend the vehicles' life, add performance, and retain the resale or trade-in value. Further, Welfit Kits come pre-cut to your vehicle’s chassis and are easy to install without tools. Customers can choose kits that include floors, ceilings, doors, and wall protection.PURCHASE CONSIDERATIONSWhen shopping for van liners or interior wall treatments for your work van, how do you know what to look for? Here are key features to look for when purchasing liners and panels for your upfitted work van:—First and foremost, you want to be sure that your wall liner kit is durable, offering extra protection. Quality van liners protect your investment and help protect your equipment or products inside your van, too. Pre-cut panels that fit your vehicle chassis are important to ensure the panels perform their best. —If you want to improve the noise dampening qualities of your van liner or provide a degree of climate control to the back of your van (whether to protect delicate deliverables or make a more comfortable workspace) consider insulated wall panels. —Any time you’re adding more features to your work van, weight can be a concern. You don’t want to sacrifice fuel efficiency for added protection. That’s why using lightweight, plastic van liners and accessories is important. —Time is money for upfitters and vehicle graphic installers, so select an upfit kit that comes pre-cut and ready to install.MEETING DEMANDVan manufacturers are working to meet the demands of this growing vehicle market. Some also see vans as the perfect incubator for the transportation industry’s move toward electric-powered vehicles. Once these efficient vehicles hit the streets, another boom is expected for fleets. This influx of new vehicles will move a large used fleet into the secondary market where vans will get repurposed and re-upfitted to a second and possibly third life.Additionally, making a used van new again is creating an uptick for truck and van accessory dealers, vehicle graphic companies, and upfitters. According to Katelyn Jones, Welfit East Coast regional sales manager, “We see a large number of exterior graphic wrapping companies entering the interior upfit space. It’s a natural product line and service expansion since they already have the fleet van in their possession while installing the vinyl graphics. We need more of these companies to meet the growing upfit demand.” FOR MORE INFORMATION Genesis Products was formed in 2002 with four people. Today the company operates 10 plants and employs over 1,000 people. Genesis provides lightweight wood and non-wood composite components to RV and secondary automove industries. Its Welt cargo kit products are manufactured in the US with US-made materials and know-how at the Genesis Welformed Division located in Ft Wayne, Indiana. Find out more, visit www.genesisproductsinc.com and www.weltkits.com.

MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM OCTOBER 202126TECHNOLOGYHow to Change the Perception of Fleet RiskTHE DANGERS OF CELL PHONE USE WHILE DRIVINGCell phone use continues to be one of the most dangerous—and most common—forms of distracted driving. Unfortunately, cell phone use while driving also continues to be a difficult habit to break for some fleet drivers.According to one survey, 46% of registered drivers ages 25 and older say “demands or pressure from work” lead them to glance at, read, or send emails while driving. Some drivers even operate under the false assumption that doing so isn’t dangerous, with 32% of respondents saying they think they can use their phone safely as long as they pay attention to the road.At the same time, the study also found that approximately 62% of drivers are “very willing” to obey cell phone use laws. However, this willingness doesn’t necessarily match their true mindset. Despite 48 states banning texting while driving and 25 states banning handheld use, respondents indicated it will take more than laws to change their behaviors. Approximately 61% said they would need to be involved in a near-miss and 59% said they would have to be involved in a fatal crash to be dissuaded from using technology while driving.POLICY & TECHNOLOGYIf laws aren’t enough to change this dangerous behavior, what can help drivers make the connection between the risk and the reality of cell-phone use while driving?The study revealed that enacting a distracted driving policy and using technology to enforce it can be a powerful combination, with 56% of respondents saying they believe employers’ policies are effective distracted driving deterrents and 57% saying that if their vehicle came with solutions to eliminate distraction while driving, they would not turn the features off.When commercial fleets search for ways to change drivers’ perception of risk, the convergence of policy and technology is a simple and effective solution to breaking the bad habit of cell phone use while driving and creating safer roads in the process.

OCTOBER 2021 WWW.MWSMAG.COM MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS 27FORMS OF DISTRACTIONDistracted driving comes in many forms, all of which threaten the safety of drivers and those around them. These fall into three categories: Taking your eyes off the road Taking your hands off the wheel Taking your mind off of drivingActivities that fall within these categories include talking on cell phones, eating, talking with passengers, and adjusting vehicle controls, among others—and any of them can cause a crash. But texting, dialing, or video calls while driving are the most dangerous, as they involve all three types of distraction: eyes off the road, one hand off the wheel, and mind off the road. That’s a very dangerous combination.For instance, when you send or read a text message, you take your eyes off the road for about 5 seconds; that is long enough to cover the length a football field while driving at 55 mph. That leaves a lot of time for the worst to happen. It’s no wonder, then, that cell phone use continues to be a major contributor to crashes. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), inattention is a factor in up to 25% of all vehicle crashes, making distracted driving one of the most serious concerns on roadways today. Research shows that distracted drivers are two to 48 times more likely to get into a collision. Specifically, texting, emailing, or surfing the internet while behind the wheel increases the driver’s chances of getting into a crash by 23 times. Worse, cell phone use while driving is reported as a factor in more than 18% of distracted driving fatalities.Instead of simply suggesting drivers avoid using their phones while driving, technology helps commercial fleets eliminate cell phone use while driving.ACCOUNTABILITYTechnology doesn’t simply reduce cell phone use while driving—it eliminates it. For instance, ORIGOSafeDriver, a telematics integrated software solution, keeps commercial drivers accountable by removing the temptation to use their phones while dirivng. By pairing easy-to-plug-in hardware that syncs with a mobile app, once your driver’s vehicle goes into motion, it removes the manual and visual distractions. Hands-free calls via Bluetooth can be allowed by the administrator as needed.Even though it is an effective solution, it’s also easy for drivers to use. All they have to do is log into the app once during the initial setup, then they can remain logged in from there. No further action is required to make the technology functional.At the same time, ORIGOSafeDriver doesn’t let drivers ignore it. If a user tries to drive their vehicle without having logged into the app, they will be alerted to log in—and will continue to hear the alert until the drivers logs in. If after two minutes the driver still hasn’t logged in, the fleet manager will receive a notification and can take the appropriate action. This behind-the-wheel coaching reinforces the perception that cell phone use while driving is dangerous and not allowed.With ORIGOSafeDriver, drivers can’t ignore the rules—and commercial fleets can stop dangerous distracted driving behavior before it even happens. ORIGOSafeDriver is a proactive approach to changing driving behavior using effective, real-time intervention.FOR MORE INFORMATION ORIGOSafeDriver is a cell phone safety and distracted driving company. Help make the roads safer by protecng your eet with ORIGOSafeDriver. Find out more, visit www.origosafedriver.com.s phone pairs with time coaching if phone is touched. unlocked after 

MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM OCTOBER 202128TECHNOLOGYMany Class 1-8 work trucks are now equipped with GPS tracking. In part one of this two-part article, we'll explore the importance of these devices, what they can do for fleets, and why it's important for companiess to feel more at ease when considering them.GPS TRACKERSA GPS tracker is a device that stores information about its location. It typically transmits the location to a map or other display screen on a regular basis. The two most common types of GPS trackers are ones that use satellites and cellular networks to transmit their data.A GPS tracker can be hardwired or plugged into the truck's power outlet. The benefit of hardwiring is that you won't have to worry about disconnections or tampering. However, it typically requires professional installation. Permanently wiring your GPS tracker also requires you to ensure it is properly located so that it doesn't get damaged if the truck crashes or tips over.GPS trackers that plug into the OBDII port of a vehicle are easier and faster to install. This also allows you to unplug and move the tracker from truck to truck as needed. The downside is if the device isn't properly installed or gets disconnected, it won't work.3 TYPES OF TRACKERSThe type of tracking you require should be your main consideration when purchasing a GPS tracker. There are three types of tracking that determine how the device works and, ultimately, what type you'll be able to use:1This is the most advanced level of tracking offered by any GPS system company. With live-real time tracking, you get to see the exact location of your vehicle on a map in real time. You also have access to historical tracking information for analysis purposes. Most live-real time trackers are offered with cellular and satellite tracking. With a cellular unit, you can keep an eye on your truck remotely. Additionally, satellite tracking offers great versatility, especially when you have remote locations where cellular service may be poor or nonexistent.2With historical tracking, you can view your truck's location, speed, and other information from past trips in addition to its current trip. Historical GPS data is very useful for fleet managers who want to see how drivers perform on different routes. You can also see if drivers speed or frequent certain locations too often and take action to ensure the driver adheres to your company's guidelines.3Real-time tracking offers nearly the same level of information as live-real time tracking but without access to historical data. This is best for fleets requiring vehicle location without the need for extra features that come with live-real time tracking. Real-time trackers are usually offered with satellite or cellular tracking and are fairly inexpensive.GPS TRACKER BENEFITSGPS trackers offer many benefits. GPS trackers allow a fleet manager to monitor and improve driver behavior. Some of the most common benefits include:•  GPS tracking can provide detailed information about how drivers behave on the road, such as their speed, idle time, and route choice. This allows companies to create better policies and training programs that take advantage of this data to keep a fleet operating at optimum levels.A Course on GPS TrackersALL YOUR GPS TRACKER CONCERNS AND QUESTIONS ANSWERED: PART 1

OCTOBER 2021 WWW.MWSMAG.COM MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS 29•  GPS trackers can be used to determine if certain behaviors endanger the driver or others. For example, if you notice that a driver frequently takes a certain route with an excessive amount of stop-and-go driving, you can determine if this behavior is a safety risk. •  If a truck has repeated mechanical issues and the driver is using it in an unsafe manner, you may want to consider suspending the vehicle until the issue can be resolved. GPS tracking helps fleet managers do this without losing productivity or money due to repair costs. • GPS tracking also shows how a driver uses your truck for business and personal use. This information can help create more effective company policies that improve mileage performance. •  The same information about driving style and route choice are useful in understanding how fuel is used on each trip. GPS data can show where the most fuel is consumed on each route and can help you decide if that means more or fewer vehicles are needed for a specific job. • GPS tracking allows fleet managers to understand their company's entire operation and make decisions based on data. For example, if you notice that fuel consumption is low for drivers A and B but high for driver C, it offers the opportunity to understand why and look for ways to improve. •  GPS tracking also gives insight into how efficiently your fleet operates compared to a current plan. If your plan requires the driver to travel a route in a certain amount of time, you can compare the current schedule with actual results. With this data, you can improve your timeline or make other changes.Next month in part two, we’ll learn why GPS trackers are popular in the work truck industry and their potential to save the lives of your employees.FOR MORE INFORMATION Find out more about GPS trackers, visit www.route4me.com.

MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM OCTOBER 202130MAINTENANCEAs e-commerce continues to soar amid the aftermath of the global health pandemic, more and more commercial fleets are transporting goods across North America with truck drivers logging billions of miles annually. In addition to the countless hours spent traveling to and from a destination point, these heavy-duty work trucks often face grueling weather conditions and rough terrain that, over time, can impact the performance of the wheel end system. Thankfully, advances in the components that make up a wheel end system offer commercial fleet managers safer, efficient, and much more dependable solutions for an enhanced driving experience. WHEEL END SYSTEM 101A typical wheel end system consists of a seal, an inboard and outboard tapered bearing, and a hubcap. Additional components include a spindle nut and wheel nuts. Some wheel end systems may also contain a spacer meant to provide preset torquing. Each component plays an important role in protecting the wheel end as well as the operator. The seal may be one of the more critical components in the system, as it is meant to keep the oil or grease in the hub unit and contaminants from getting into the hub. This keeps the bearings properly lubricated and protects them from premature failure, saving unnecessary downtime and out-of-pocket replacement costs.One company, SKF Vehicle Aftermarket, offers a variety of oil and grease wheel seals designed to provide positive leak-proof sealing and contamination exclusion. SKF products feature a rubber compound that performs reliably in extreme operating conditions, superior fluid and temperature compatibility, and better pumping to push excess fluid away from the sealing lip and shaft interface. The wheel bearings typically consist of a cup, cage, rollers, and an inner Understanding the Components of a Wheel End System with SKFADVANCES IN HEAVY-DUTY VEHICLE WHEEL END COMPONENTS OFFER GREATER EFFICIENCY AND DRIVER SAFETY By David Massangaheavy-duty feature

OCTOBER 2021 WWW.MWSMAG.COM MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS 31race. They are intended to provide operational reliability under heavy loads, radial and thrust loads, and misaligned road conditions. Most vehicles will need a full wheel bearing replacement between 80,000 and 118,000 miles. For maximum safety and reliability, it’s recommended that operators inspect their wheel bearings during any brake replacement work, regardless of the age of the vehicle. Early warning signs of worn bearings include any friction noise on wheel rotation or unusual slowness in the turning action of the suspended wheel assembly.SKF’s tapered roller bearings accommodate axial and radial loads and are made from high-quality steel for longer service intervals. The company also offers pre-assembled unitized hub units that are sealed and lubricated for life. The hubcap keeps the oil or grease in the wheel hub, maintaining sufficient lubricant to the bearings. Some hubcap designs may include additional features such as a site window, a center fill plug, and a side fill plug. It may also contain a magnet that can help detect any metal wear to alert the operator when it is time for a maintenance check.Hubcaps and hubcap accessories from SKF Vehicle Aftermarket combine form and functionality for reliable wheel end protection. They work well with all popular lubricants, including the latest synthetics, and are manufactured to resist impact damage, weather, chemicals, road salt, UV radiation, and ozone toxins.There are varying spindle nut styles including but not limited to a standard nut system, a stamped nut system, a castle nut system, and a double nut system. The use of these spindle end components vary by truck manufacturer.A novel spindle nut assembly is normally comprised of a locking washer, a locking snap ring, and a nut. As is the case for all vehicle aftermarket products, education and an understanding of the benefits, features, and design of each solution is key to proper installation and, ultimately, driving success.Forged, precision-machined, and assembled, the SKF spindle nut locking system is strong. It includes two high-strength lock bolts and precision-stamped lock washers and is available in steer, drive, and trailer axle sizes. The product’s end-play adjustability exceeds most field environment and maintenance demands; and it’s easy-to-use with no special tools required for seamless installation.The wheel nut is designed to provide clamp force while maintaining optimized torque/tension. It can help reduce operating costs, provide extended life, and improve fuel economy. Selecting the proper wheel nut can help prevent against catastrophic wheel end system failure, as loosened wheel nuts can result in wheel-off conditions. This not only impacts the operating life of the wheel end’s seals and bearings, but it can also impact the safety of the driver if the wheel-off incident takes place while traveling on a dirt road or busy highway.SKF wheel nuts meet SAEJ1965 requirements and are designed to fit most tractors and trailers for hub piloted wheels. Additionally, SKF’s sleeve nut solution reduces wheel and wheel stud damage and can prevent wheel-off situations by decreasing the movement or “clocking” of loose wheels. They are available in multiple sizes to fit a variety of steer axles and drive/trailer axles and are designed for Class 7 and 8 trucks, tractors, and other vehicles using M22 X 1.5 two-piece wheel nuts.A lug lock is another wheel end accessory that can help drivers indicate when a wheel nut is loosening—before it backs off the stud. It can be easily installed and can improve efficiency and reduce operating costs for wheel nut loss and replacement.PRESET KITSWhen wheel end maintenance or replacement is required SKF has an answer for that, too. Addressing a void in the market, SKF introduced an all-inclusive rebuild kit for preset hub assemblies. The rebuild kit contains everything needed for servicing the wheel end including a seal, two tapered bearing sets, a bearing spacer, and a hubcap.INVEST & MAINTAINA worn or damaged wheel end system can not only present a safety hazard to vehicle operators, but it can also present a risk of costly downtime and a loss in the company’s fleet productivity. It is important to understand the components that make up a wheel end system and the products that are available in the aftermarket today that can bring even greater vehicle efficiency and safety. Doing your research, investing in a reliable solution, and performing regular maintenance checks can help ensure optimal fleet performance as well as deliver lower total cost of ownership.ABOUT THE AUTHOR David Massanga is an automove and vehicle aermarket internaonal trainer with SKF Vehicle Aermarket. Find out more, visit www.vehicleaermarket.skf.com.

MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM OCTOBER 202132MAINTENANCEEnvironmentally Progressive Paint System Doesn’t Compromise on Beauty and ToughnessPPG’S PREMIUM PAINT LINE DELIVERS EYE-CATCHING APPEAL AND LONG LASTING DURABILITY—WHILE OFFERING THE INDUSTRY’S LOWEST VOC RATINGS OF ANY FULL LINE PAINT SYSTEM By John McQuillan

OCTOBER 2021 WWW.MWSMAG.COM MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS 33Ecologically-minded coatings have become an increasingly popular choice for work truck manufacturers and refinish operations within the commercial vehicle industry over recent years. Increased focus on climate change, health concerns, and environmental regulations limiting the amount of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that can be used in commercial coatings are factors contributing to this trend.In response, coatings manufacturers are offering low VOC paint systems designed to meet the stricter regulations and contribute to cleaner air and a healthier work environment. The challenge, however, is creating a low VOC offering without sacrificing important qualities that the commercial vehicle industry demands—such as a great-looking finish and down-the-road durability.One manufacturer that is effectively addressing this challenge is PPG. The company’s next generation DELFLEET ONE® paint system features exceptionally low VOC ratings and is specifically designed for use across the entire commercial transportation continuum—including the work truck, or medium-duty, segment. “It’s pretty simple—the work truck industry can benefit from an environmentally-progressive coating system that enhances job quality and looks great over the long haul,” says Scott Colvin, PPG brand manager, fleet segments, USCA Commercial Coatings – Refinish. “The DELFLEET ONE system delivers these qualities while also reducing environmental concerns. It represents a major technological step forward.”QUALITY & MATCHINGIt didn’t take long for the DELFLEET ONE paint system to catch on with those who paint work trucks on a daily basis, like John Melvin Jr., owner of JM Collision Center in Laveen Village, Arizona. His shop provides collision repair service for a wide range of trucks ranging from pickups to Class 8 heavy-duty haulers. “The gloss retention of the DELFLEET ONE system is phenomenal,” Melvin says. “It delivers this real smooth flow that looks better than any coating I’ve ever sprayed. In fact, it has more depth and clarity than factory finishes. And it’s a system that’s easy to manipulate. For example, on complete jobs we can get the metallics to stand up just the way we want. That’s pretty impressive.“It’s important to note that a work truck, for the most part, is a rolling advertisement. That’s why appearance is so important. I’ve been in this profession for over 40 years, and I can honestly say the DELFLEET ONE system outperforms anything out there.” While Melvin is a big fan of the system’s ability to deliver a great looking finish, it’s not the only attribute he appreciates. With thousands of OEM, fleet, and transit color formulas, and the industry’s

MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM OCTOBER 202134MAINTENANCEmost advanced color matching tools, the DELFLEET ONE paint system takes color matching to an entirely new level.“The color capability of the system has allowed me to dial in on what have typically been difficult colors to match,” Melvin says. “Even painters without a lot of experience can blend out colors. That says a lot because before we brought in the DELFLEET ONE system, I would handle the tough matches. That’s no longer the case.”HEAVY-DUTY DURABILITYRight on par with color capability and appearance, collision shops that serve the work truck segment place great value on a commercial paint system’s durability factor. After all, trucks work in some of the harshest environments on earth, including mud, gravel, road salt, and blazing sunlight to name a few.To mitigate such exposures, the DELFLEET ONE system features the latest epoxy and urethane coatings technology in its direct gloss and basecoat/clearcoat systems. Additionally, UV inhibitors are built directly into both the direct gloss products and the clearcoat for the basecoat/clearcoat offering. The result is a long-lasting, tough-as-nails coating designed to provide exceptional corrosion and UV protection.To back the durability of any paintwork performed to PPG certification standards, PPG offers a comprehensive Commercial Vehicle Paint Performance Warranty. “The DELFLEET ONE warranty program provides a five-year warranty on our direct gloss system, and a seven-year warranty on our basecoat/clearcoat system,” PPG’s Colvin explains. “These warranty options directly reflect our confidence in the DELFLEET ONE paint system and its ability to deliver the hard-working, long-lasting finish that the work truck market demands.” The appearance and durability qualities of the DELFLEET ONE system alone are cause for serious consideration from any commercial vehicle OEM or collision repair shop looking to upgrade their paint operation. But when you consider the fact that these qualities and much more are delivered by a system that offers a VOC reduction of over 50% compared to traditional 3.5 VOC paint systems, the decision to upgrade becomes that much easier. ABOUT THE AUTHORJohn McQuillan is a senior writer for the Group-eX agency and has covered the automove industry for more than 20 years. Find out more about the PPG DELFLEET ONE paint system, visit www.deleetone.com.

MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM OCTOBER 202136SAFETYRegardless of their other job duties, driving is the most dangerous thing your van drivers do. Driving is more dangerous than spraying for pests, fixing electrical issues, or lifting heavy crates for delivery. That’s because when drivers and operators are behind the wheel, they face the greatest likelihood of an accident.The risk goes beyond your drivers, though. Your company faces tremendous risk by putting drivers on the road. You could suffer major cost of loss due to: • Vehicle damage• Lost time dealing with accidents• Increased insurance premiums• Fines and court dates• Worker’s compensation• And much moreAccidents take up time, money, and resources. However, they don’t need to be a reality for your company. You can reduce accidents and injuries by educating your van drivers on the risks they face.WHY THE RISKWe said that driving is the most dangerous thing your van drivers do, but why?For starters, driving is inherently risky, but most non-CDL drivers 4 Safety Concerns Van Drivers Often OverlookHOW TO PROTECT YOUR DRIVERS By John Kuder

OCTOBER 2021 WWW.MWSMAG.COM MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS 37receive no special training. A truck driver or bus operator goes to CDL school, receives special defensive driving training, and practices and hones their skills before hitting the road. Your van drivers face almost exactly the same risk as truckers and bus operators. The problem is, since they’re not CDL drivers, they receive no defensive driving training if you don’t provide it.The fact is, if your employees must drive to perform their job duties, they’re professional drivers. Professional drivers need safety training to do their jobs effectively. The investment will save time and money while making your organization more efficient. Best of all, your employees will suffer fewer injuries.COMMON RISKS Now that it’s clear why van drivers face risk, let’s cover some of the specific safety challenges they face. These risks are specific to them compared to other folks out on the road, and they frequently lead to accidents.The bad news is that these risks are so often overlooked. The good news is that these risks are all avoidable and the accidents they lead to are completely preventable. So, let’s look at the risks and some solutions you can teach to your drivers.1 When driving a sedan, a 2- to 3-second following distance is often enough to avoid rear-end collisions. However, that’s not always the case while driving a work van.Work vans are often 1,000-lbs heavier than sedans. Sometimes the difference is even larger. With the increased weight, it takes these vehicles longer to stop than other vehicles on the road. Without an increased following distance, your employees face the risk of serious rear-end collisions.We recommend a minimum 4-second following distance in normal, dry conditions for vans. In adverse weather or night driving, your van drivers should leave even more room. When you teach your van drivers to leave enough room in front of them, you will see your accident numbers drop significantly.2 Every vehicle has blind spots. Vans, however, have more blind spots than the average vehicle. Vans have blind spots behind the mirror heads, around the A-pillars, to either side, and behind them. These blind spots put your drivers

MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM OCTOBER 202138SAFETYat increased risk of accidents during turns, changing lanes, and backing. It especially increases the risk of a pedestrian or cyclist strike.You need to educate your van drivers on how to cope with their blind spots. Specifically, your drivers should: • Look around by checking their mirrors every 5 to 8 seconds• Rock and roll in their seat before and during turns and while changing lanes• Get out and look before backingThese three simple maneuvers will prevent the majority of accidents caused by van blind spots.3Vans are not much taller than sedans, so man-made structures such as bridges, overpasses, and restaurant drive-through overhangs do not pose risk. However, your drivers still need to be aware of their clearance.Low-hanging branches, wires, and other abnormalities on the road pose risk for vehicle damage and collisions for your drivers. This is especially true for high-top vans and any cargo van carrying something on its roof.To compensate for this risk, your drivers must: • Always know the height of the vehicle they’re driving• Look ahead for instructions• Never drive under something unless they are 100% certain they will fit4When vans are transporting a large group of passengers or heavy cargo, their high center of gravity makes them prone to rollovers. Rollover accidents are one of the most serious accidents your drivers could have. Rollovers often lead to severe injuries and major damage to the vehicle. They can even be fatal.However, rollover accidents are easy to prevent. They happen when your drivers take turns or curves too quickly. To prevent rollovers, drivers should: • Look ahead for turns and curves in the road• Slow down before reaching the turn/curve• Slowly accelerate through the turn/curve• Take turns going 3 to 5 miles per hour• Take curves going below the recommended speed limit Teach your drivers to use these defensive driving techniques at all times, not just when they’re carrying passengers or heavy cargo.SAFETY CULTURENow that you understand these four safety concerns, it’s time to educate your drivers. But what’s the best way to go about it? Driver training and education is a process. It’s not a one-time event. For world-class safety results, you should: • Assign self-directed training at point of hire• Host in-person safety training within the first week of hire• Host monthly safety meetings focused on your most important issues• Center a large portion of your training around the four issues discussed in this articleWhen you follow this simple model, your savings on reduced cost of loss will be more than the cost of safety training.ABOUT THE AUTHORJohn Kuder is a senior instruconal designer at AvatarFleet, the creators of the non-CDL safety training course, The Fleet Safety Course. Find out more, visit www.avatareet.com/fsc.

MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM OCTOBER 202140SAFETYThe importance of commercial fleets cannot be underestimated as work trucks across industries help deliver the services that keep people, organizations, and the economy moving forward. Thus, ensuring the mobile workforce make it to their destination safely and efficiently is mission critical—not only to improve productivity and job completion rates, but also to stay compliant and make roads a safer place for everyone. Unfortunately, insurance companies often see commercial fleets as a "bad risk" due to vehicle-related risks such as distracted driving, insurance fraud, near-misses, and perilous weather conditions. Thus, fleet managers need to arm their teams with the necessary training and technology to increase driver safety and lower at-fault incidents. But how do insurance companies rate fleets for their safety risk and set premiums based on those details? The widespread assumption may be that insurance agents have a built-in set of criteria for the trucking industry that would provide some consistency: the consumer is to credit score as the fleet is to risk score, right? Well, it's a bit more complicated than that.The reality is that there is no uniform standard for insurers to use when rating a fleet's risk potential to determine its premium. When financial institutions assess a consumer's credit score to deduce the level of risk, they have clear boxes to check—they take a person's data and evaluate it. However, when it comes to determining a fleet's risk score, there is no standardized scale, leaving fleet managers with no concrete insight into how underwriters assess their level of risk. So, to control how insurers rate them, fleet managers should make a concerted effort to invest in enhanced safety technology and training for drivers and incorporate video telematics to safeguard their fleet's reputation and survival.USE YOUR DATAInsurance companies assess risk for fleets by determining a loss rating to establish the premium needed The New World of Fleet ManagementVIDEO TELEMATICS ENHANCES SAFETY AND DECREASES INSURANCE PREMIUMS FOR COMMERCIAL FLEETS By Chris Luckenbillmedium-duty feature

OCTOBER 2021 WWW.MWSMAG.COM MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS 41to cover predicted losses based on previous performance and claims. They then factor in discretionary pricing based on the underwriter's individual perception of the risk level for the industry and their evaluation of the fleet's training programs and driver performance. A critical factor also taken into consideration is preventive measures fleet managers use to offset risk, such as telematics. It is important to note that conventional telematics is no longer the answer to risk management. Many fleets look to video telematics, like smart dashcams, to track driver behavior and the behavior of other drivers on the road, which can save a fleet millions of dollars in fraudulent lawsuits and insurance scams.Fleet managers should expect to spend at least two years working on driver training and using video telematics to supply underwriters with evidence to make their case for lower premiums. While it can be a hassle to work on this process for an extended period, it is time well spent when the reward is enhanced driver safety and reduced cost of claims and unexpected business disruptions. Using scorecard data to showcase a two-year improvement shows the fleet's level of commitment to safety and sustained commitment to lowering incidents. Video telematics data provides evidence of improved driver behavior, and it helps prevent accidents. Below are some additional ways video telematics and other advanced technology help steer fleets from being considered high-risk to low-risk investments:Smart dashcams allow fleet managers to manage driver behavior and automatically coach improvements that need to be made. Some examples of this include distracted driving and unsafe following distance. Some cameras have audio in-vehicle alerts to help drivers correct their behavior alongside virtual coaching apps to help them address unsafe habits. Some insurance companies offer discounts to fleets that use smart dashcams. Dashcams provide critical evidence to prevent liability in accidents in which other drivers intentionally or unintentionally caused the crash and tried to commit insurance fraud by saying it was the work truck driver's fault. Data from video telematics puts isolated incidents into perspective. For example, the work truck's technology may have reported that the driver made a sudden and unsafe turn. The context here was that the driver in front of them slammed on their breaks to avoid hitting a deer. This is an example of an isolated incident in which the driver was not at fault, and it was a necessary shift in their driving.This technology alerts and reports on hard breaking, hard acceleration, and swerving behaviors to reduce severe incidents. A two-year study of 26 fleets showed that monitoring these inertial based driving events alone can lower at-fault claims by 30%. Incorporating a real-time incident detection solution does the time-consuming work for fleet managers by handling the review of dashcam footage and using artificial intelligence to monitor driving behaviors without the need for human intervention. DATA INTO ACTIONIt's not enough to simply have telematics—insurance companies need proof that fleet managers are also using the insight provided by the technology to institute new training programs for drivers to rectify any recurring issues. The most effective way to ensure lowered premiums is for fleets to partner with their telematics provider and put the data into action. In a consistently changing world, the one aspect of commercial fleet management that should always be constant is the focus on safety.ABOUT THE AUTHOR Chris Luckenbill is the markeng director for GPS Insight, which provides organizaons across North America with best-in-breed telemacs, video telemacs, and eld service management technology. Find out more, visit www.gpsinsight.com. * Projected score is the score you would have if there weren't the above listed events

MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM OCTOBER 202142WORK TRUCK PRODUCTSYOKOHAMA TIREYokohama introduced two new all-position tires that meet the industry’s required performance criteria for severe snow service. The 124R radial tire is designed to keep regional pick-up and delivery fleets moving all year long. The all-season tire comes in nine sizes, ranging from 17.5 to 22.5. inches. Benefits of the 124R include year-round traction, extended tread life, and reduced stone penetration. The 505C is engineered to keep on/off-highway trucks working on the job and is offered in three sizes (385/65R/22.5, 425/65R/22.5, and 445/65R/22.5). Benefits of the 505C include long original tread life, all-weather grip, and built to last.www.yokohamatire.comJ-TECHManually removing debris from busy highways is now obsolete. The LaneBlade® clears debris and pushes disabled vehicles from busy highways without closing lanes or asking workers to dash out and pick up debris. Roadway debris can be a serious problem that causes accidents and increases congestion if not removed quickly. The LaneBlade can be installed on Roadway Assistance “Help” vehicles that roam highways to assist motorists that will be able to provide a quick response to roadway debris ensuring the safety of road users and road workers alike.www.jtechusa.comSTEALTH POWERStealth Power’s new Stealth Electric Power Take-Off (ePTO) System has wide-ranging implications for the utilities industry’s bucket trucks. By combining ePTO, together with idle mitigation capabilities, Stealth is able to offer a compelling ePTO solution. Stealth’s new ePTO and its current product line of idle mitigation vehicle power systems and mobile power products enable companies to transition to a more cost effective, sustainable fleet. Battery-stored clean energy powers the Stealth solution, cutting costs, maintenance needs, and environmental impact. Stealth’s ePTO system will vastly improve the efficiency of the vehicle, eliminate unnecessary idle time, save on fuel, and reduce engine and transmission maintenance.PHOENIX USAPhoenix USA, Inc.’s QH2001F (front) and QH2001R (rear) hub covers are designed to fit Ford F-450 and F-550 19.5-inch 10-lug wheels. The hub covers are made of mirror-polished stainless steel and add a finished, upscale appearance to the Ford steel or aluminum rims. A combination wheel and hub cover set is also available. Phoenix USA’s QuickTrim products do not require the removal of lug nuts for installation. A pop-out front is incorporated in the design for easy access to manual hubs.www.phoenixusa.com

OCTOBER 2021 WWW.MWSMAG.COM MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS 43featured productConstruction, agriculture, and landscaping trucks often need tarp coverage due to the rough and rugged nature of the work. Whether you are hauling rock, dirt, landscaping debris, sand, or gravel, most states require trailers and trucks to be covered so that no materials can escape. Many times, we see trucks driving with no tarp coverage, only to have something fly out and hit another vehicle. Further, any person who damages a street or highway is now liable for the cost of repairing the road.Pulltarps® manufactures some of the strongest, most durable tarp systems available in the industry. Made to cover heavy-duty operations, the SuperShield™ is the top choice for most contractors and construction managers. There are many advantages to the SuperShield System, the biggest being its durability. The fully-welded 12-gauge steel construction offers the best protection from falling debris. Available in electric and pull tarp systems, the SuperShield is Pulltarps’ premium and most durable system.Tarping a truck can be time consuming when using a hand-crank system. Therefore, Pulltarps makes automatic and semi-automatic tarp systems to save time. Semi-automatic systems retract promptly with one easy pull. And automatic systems swiftly cover trailer beds with the flip of a switch. Featuring a 1.3 hp electric motor with a five-year warranty, Pulltarps’ electric tarp systems can be operated by a wireless remote control, in-cab switch, or external switch for added safety.Keeping a “stay back 200 feet” sign on your truck is not enough to cover your liability, but a Pulltarps mesh tarp will cover you. Heavy Duty Mesh tarps are made to exact dimensions for every truck and trailer size. Those hauling mulch, compost, brush, and dirt can cover peaked loads knowing that their tarp is durable and won't leak any load.Construction, gravel, and sand companies may want to upgrade to Super HD Mesh, which is double-woven, making it less permeable than the classic Heavy Duty Mesh Tarps. Vinyl truck tarps are waterproof and provide the most protection from outside elements; they also are non-permeable, meaning that nothing can get through them—not even the wind.Asphalt tarps are available for construction companies working to create roads and taxiways. Asphalt tarps are important because they do not stick to the asphalt and maintain the extremely high temperatures needed for asphalt hauling.Pulltarps offers four types of tarping materials, from its least expensive HD Mesh, its Super Heavy-Duty Mesh, 18-ounce Waterproof Vinyl, and 400-degree rated Asphalt Vinyl.• Heavy Duty Mesh is vinyl coated polyester mesh with an open weave• Super HD Mesh is 18-ounce vinyl coated polyester mesh fabric with a double weave• 18-ounce Waterproof vinyl is seamless and full width• Asphalt Vinyl is 14-ounce 400-degree rated material with a urethane coatingReplacement tarps and parts are available for sale on the Pulltarps website, as well as full tarp systems and custom tarps. Pulltarps manufactures products in the USA and ensures high standards with every tarp and tarp system. Find out more, visit www.pulltarps.com.TRUCK TARPING SYSTEMS FOR THE ROUGH AND RUGGED

MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM OCTOBER 202144THUNDER CREEK EQUIPMENTThunder Creek launched a new Service and Lube Upfit (SLU) for industrial and construction operations. Thunder Creek designed the SLU specifically for tight urban roads and compact jobsites. It can carry up to eight oils or fluids as well as diesel, DEF, grease, and compressed air. A VMAC air compressor powers the system. Further, operating the SLU doesn’t require a CDL or HAZMAT endorsement. Find out more about the SLU at www.thundercreek.com. SAGE OIL VACSage Oil Vac showcased a head-to-head matchup of its vacuum pressure system and a competing hydraulic pump system. After seeing the systems side-by-side, the sheer speed of the Sage Oil Vac system was enough to impress anyone. Sage Oil Vac also showcased new innovations to its Class 5 and Class 7 lube truck bodies at the booth. These innovations include LED fluid level indicators and controls located in the back with the fluid reels. There is also a standard filter receptacle and a five-drawer set for tool storage. See more at .DEWEZEDewEze showcased its R/T Bed, or Reel Transport Bed, at The Utility Expo. It’s a self-loading reel lift that loads and transports utility wire or cable right on the bed of the truck—no need for a trailer. This lift allows for a one-man operation. It can accommodate innerduct reels, hand holes, frame poles, and more. Give it a peek at www.deweze.com. VANAIRFor those in need of mobile power, Vanair has something new on the scene. The brand introduced a new product line—EPEQ Electrified Power Equipment. Powered by Vanair’s ELiMENT Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries, this product line allows users to run equipment with their vehicle’s engine turned off. Users can mount the independent EPEQ system on or within vehicles or trailers. The system even works with electric vehicles. The EPEQ lineup produces zero emissions, reduces noise, heat, and weight, and it can also reduce maintenance costs. See the full lineup at . SEE YA IN 2023This year’s Utility Expo saw more than 900 exhibitors over more than 32 acres of show floor, both indoors and outdoors. We can’t wait to see how much bigger and better it gets in 2023!THE UTILITY EXPO ROUNDUP person trade show since the pandemic for many attendees and exhibitors. 