Effective equipment and maintenance programs are benefiting Arrow Trucking Co.
As a veteran fleet manager, Jim Cade knows that effective equipment decisions are essential to the ongoing success of any trucking operation.
Deciding factors — Insider tips on how to choose maintenance software
There are some basic considerations fleets may want to consider when choosing the right software. “Because each vehicle maintenance software vendor takes a different approach, fleets should evaluate the software and the company supplying the software,” says Ed Cooper, president and owner of Squarerigger Inc.
Booking a strategy
Randy Book says quality systems, using data to probe processes and motivated employees are keys to effective best practices.
Shop productivity
Productivity in truck fleet maintenance operations is affected by many factors, including equipment choices, shop design and layout. In particular, the proper selection of lifts can have a significant impact.
On board filters making the grade
On board filters – air, fuel, water, lubricant – are the last lines, indeed, in many cases the only lines, of defense against fluid-borne engine problems. And, with the introduction of 2007 emissions technology, a major line of defense against environmental contamination.
Kohler enters heavy-duty APU market
Kohler Power Systems will expand its generator product line to include an auxiliary power unit (APU) for the heavy-duty trucking industry.
Rotary Lift offers pit lifts
Fleet maintenance managers who want to improve technician safety and productivity are adding pit lifts to their facilities’ service pits, according to Rotary Lift.
Remy offers hand-held electrical systems analyzer
To avoid roadside repairs and costly downtime associated with starting and charging system issues, Delco Remy suggests that fleets and service technicians use the Intelli-CheckII Systems Analyzer from Remy Inc.
Foster champions teamwork
Southeastern Freight Lines VP says best practices start with people
Retaining tomorrow’s technician
The importance of attracting and retaining young technicians is increasing as more and more of the technician work force moves closer to retirement. The mass media seems eager to remind us that the leading edge of the “baby boomer” generation, which currently comprises the largest percentage of the nation’s work force , begins turning 60 this year.