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FNEW TRAILERS FOR STAPLEHURST TRANSITS
ruit and vegetable distributor Staplehurst Transits has replaced a third of its eet
with Schmitz Cargobull reefers because of
the equipment’s strength and durability and so the haulier
can minimise downtime. The Kent-based company routinely collects from rural locations,
so its trailers are susceptible
to damage from overhanging tree branches. Because Schmitz Cargobull’s Ferroplast panels are stronger and more durable than other trailers, damage will be limited.
If any damage is caused, Ferroplast panels can be quickly and easily repaired rather than the trailer side requiring whole body repair. Darren Goldup, director at Staplehurst Transits, says: “If any of our trailers
get damaged, we have to take
them off the road for some time to carry out repairs, but with Schmitz Cargobull, we can just replace the panel that needs
xing which takes no time at all.”
The seven new assets incorporate additional buffer protection under the rear doors to provide extra reinforcement, giving drivers con dence when reversing into loading bays at Staplehurst Transits’ depot in Marden, Tonbridge.
The trailers are also equipped with Schmitz Cargobull’s TrailerConnect telematics system, which provides real- time data of the location of each asset and the conditions inside, alerting the operator via text message should the internal temperature fall outside the
set point. ■
KUDA AIMS TO HELP DRIVERS KEEP TRIM
As part of a mission to bring the world’s latest truck accessories to Europe, Kuda Automotive
has recently announced a partnership deal. Kuda have teamed up with American Truck Technology to open a European distribution channel for its brand new range of Euro Spyder Wheel Trims for trucks.
The trims are the rst of their kind available in the UK through Kuda’s established distribution network across Europe. American Truck Technology
are well-established in the USA and have been selling similar products for many years. These years of experience have allowed them to develop a product of
the upmost quality, using only commercial grade chrome plating, high impact, super strong plastic and the latest manufacturing technologies enables them to offer a 24 month warranty on all American Truck Technology products distributed
across Europe.
“It’s really exciting to offer a
truly unique product, something that our customers can install to make their truck stand out from the rest,” comments Tim Vincent, commercial director
at Kuda. “We are very proud to work with major brands from across the world and the guys from American Truck Technology are true professionals, know their stuff and have been great over the past two years of combined development to bring these trims to the European market”. ■
RHA ANNOUNCES PLANS
TO STRENGTHEN DIVERSITY
The RHA is pleased to announce the partnership between She’s RHA and Creating Inclusive Cultures (CIC).
Creating Inclusive Cultures is the brainchild of Charlotte Sweeney OBE and is a collaboration of companies and employers who are committed to realising and take advantage of the bene ts of diversity and inclusion. It provides a forum for businesses to share best practice and who want to create a thriving workplace for everyone.
There is an acute driver shortage in the road transport sector. It has an aging workforce (the average age of an HGV driver is 55) and because of the cost of training, there are not enough new entrants coming through the system.
She’s RHA is leading the way in promoting diversity and inclusion in the industry by accessing a more extensive and diverse talent pool to attract a younger workforce. But there must also be a strong focus on employee retention.
RHA Board member and founder of She’s RHA, Lesley O’Brien said: “I am looking forward to the collaboration between She’s
RHA, Charlotte, and her team. This partnership will give She’s RHA members the opportunity to access even more events throughout the UK and the ability to network, learn and share best practise with like- minded individuals from a variety of industries.” ■
AND INCLUSION
10 CVDriver September 2018