Investing in aerodynamics to improve fuel efficiency
Wind resistance is a total drag—literally. Wind resistance is one of the top forces working against the truck as it runs down the road. (The other factors being: grade resistance; tire rolling resistance; and engine accessory and/or drivetrain losses, according to Cummins MPG Guide: “Secrets of better fuel economy”.) Did you know that every 2%
Johnson showcases latest refrigerated truck bodies
Johnson Refrigerated Truck Bodies showcased its Guardian Series and its new Alpine refrigerated truck body line. The Guardian addresses fleet sustainability initiatives with a truck body that will carry a typical day’s product load without adding any unnecessary weight, said Johnson. Built with home delivery and food service fleets in mind, the Guardian offers “unparalleled
Johnson Truck Bodies showcases latest equipment advances
Johnson Refrigerated Truck Bodies (JRTB) showcased its line of refrigerated truck bodies at the 2015 NTEA Work Truck Show in the Indiana Convention Center, including a lightweight, three-temperature-zone Guardian composite truck body built to serve the growing market for home and B2B deliveries. The specially designed truck body is mounted on a Ford F-550 chassis
Pilot review: Part 2 – Trailers from paper to prototype
Just in terms of the benefits—accuracy in specs and a valuable relationship—pilot reviews and relationships equal productive trailers. Your responses to last month’s column on the importance of properly conducted tractor pilot reviews turned my attention to the new trailer review process. This month, trailer manufacturers underscore the importance of paper reviews (specs) and pilot
Building an online presence: Johnson Refrigerated Truck Bodies case study
Johnson Refrigerated Truck Bodies (JRTB) showcases the real value of its product offerings. It’s not often that an announcement about a redesigned website gets our attention. In the case of JRTB, however, we couldn’t help but take note of the elements that the manufacturer of temperature-controlled composite truck bodies included in its revamped Internet presence. While the
Leveraging technology today and in the future
While the trucking industry continues to enjoy a strong economy, there are a couple of drawbacks. According to Dean Engelage, president at Great Dane, “The current driver shortage continues to impact fleets on many levels, including the purchasing of new trailers. The driver shortage is limiting fleet expansion and they are experiencing a capacity constraint.” Nonetheless,
Johnson Refrigerated Truck Bodies shows off redesigned website
Johnson Refrigerated Truck Bodies, a Great Dane company, announced the launch of its redesigned website, which can be found at www.johnsontruckbodies.com. Johnson noted that the new site is streamlined to provide a user-friendly experience and deliver quick, easy access to essential product information. In addition to improved functionality, the updated aesthetics are now more visually inviting and
Empire Express deploys technology and the right equipment, fields trained drivers to meet expectations
Empire Express has always had an excellent long-term safety record, says Tim Gatlin, president and chief executive officer of the Memphis-based general commodities and contract carrier. “As a specialist in hauling hazardous materials and time sensitive freight,” he adds, “we’re always looking for ways to refine our practices and improve our performance.” A good deal
Stay cool: Refrigerated trailers and bodies
The thermal efficiency of any refrigerated truck body or trailer is a direct result of materials used and construction techniques. At Johnson Refrigerated Truck Bodies, for example, a sandwich construction process for the company’s Blizzard, Guardian, Majestic and Cadet models includes using seamless exterior fiberglass panels and seamless interior liners called ArcticTherm, steel tubes and
Paying dividends: Technology is transforming Berry & Smith Trucking
Technology that is helping transform the culture at Berry & Smith Trucking is resulting in lower costs, better fuel economy and less downtime