Magazine Articles — September 30, 2019Optimizing Tire Life and PerformanceMaintaining correct inflation yields a variety of benefits. By Nick Davis Tires are one of the biggest expenses that drive up a waste haul fleet’s operating costs. Fortunately, fleet managers can optimize tire life and performance and get the most out of their tire investment simply by maintaining correct tire pressure. Proper Inflation Can Boost […] Magazine Articles — September 30, 2019
Magazine Articles — August 31, 2019Extending Cleat and Wheel LifeBy performing regular wheel inspections and rotating the wheels as needed, you will ensure even wear and tear and the longest use before replacement. By David E. Sonnentag One of the most expensive replacement items on landfill compactors are the wheels. Average wheel life is approximately four years so maintaining your wheels and maximizing their […] Magazine Articles — August 31, 2019
Magazine Articles — August 1, 2019The Reliable Weighing Scale Maintenance ProgramSpend five minutes every day on cleaning and oiling your scales before use and you will be able to prevent device downtime and save tens of thousands of dollars. By Kevin Hill Buying weighing scales from the most trusted manufacturer is a great decision for your business, but if you do not take good care […] Magazine Articles — August 1, 2019
Magazine Articles — July 1, 2019Reducing Operational Costs and Promoting Economic Development“Rolling billboards” are a Florida fleet’s innovative solution. By Jessica Shrout How much time do you spend washing your trucks? If your answer is “too much,” you are in good company. There is a need to keeps fleets clean and presentable. After all, the look of a truck communicates your brand and continues to sell […] Magazine Articles — July 1, 2019
Magazine Articles — May 30, 2019Measuring Maintenance with the Correct Blend of Leading and Lagging IndicatorsHaving a tight set of leading and lagging indicators monitors the performance and costs of maintenance operations with considerably more granularity and precision. By Preston Ingalls We spend millions maintaining our equipment, but how do we really know it is a meaningful investment? After all, what do we take as visible indicators of success? What […] Magazine Articles — May 30, 2019
Maintenance — April 30, 2019Giving Technicians All the Tools of the TradeCompensated training, salary/benefits and shop accessories must be considered when it comes recruiting and retaining invaluable techs. The need is not going away, so companies must adjust to stay ahead of the competition. By Caleb Ostrander The most identified shortage in trucking points the finger at those behind the wheel, but for all the talk […] Maintenance — April 30, 2019
Magazine Articles — March 31, 2019Waste Fleets: Demand More from Your Tire CasingsTire performance starts with the casing itself. For waste fleets, this means a quality casing engineered for durability in high-scrub and short-haul environments to ensure retreadability potential. By Eric Higgs Challenged by high-scrub and short-haul environments, waste companies operate in some of the toughest conditions experienced by fleets. With frequent stops, twisting and turning along […] Magazine Articles — March 31, 2019
Maintenance — February 28, 2019Aluminum Wheel Maintenance Matters!By simply incorporating a wheel maintenance program that includes sanding and polishing, you will improve your inspection process, increase your overall wheel health and boost the reputation of your fleet. By Chelsey Carrigan As more and more aluminum wheels are being put into service in the waste industry, it is important to ensure that they […] Maintenance — February 28, 2019
Collection/Transfer — February 12, 2019Unexplained Brake Pulling Issue SolvedBrian Beathard You have tried everything. You have replaced the drum, the slack adjuster, the s-cam, etc. and still the driver complains that the truck pulls to the right or left when braking. When I receive these calls, I can feel the frustration coming from the person on the other end who has seemingly […] Collection/Transfer — February 12, 2019
Collection/Transfer — February 7, 2019Unexplained Wheel Seal Failures? What is Likely Causing Your Wheel End Woes?Brian Beathard You have tried every type of seal. You have completed text-book bearing adjustments. You have ensured all components were clean, in good working order, and properly lubed. Still, one wheel end keeps having issues with leaky seals. I get this call often. I can always feel the frustration of the person on the […] Collection/Transfer — February 7, 2019
Magazine Articles — January 31, 2019Maintenance: Improve Asset Efficiency with Predictive Maintenance for the Waste and Recycling IndustryThe continuous developments in big data, machine-to-machine communication and cloud technology have created new possibilities for the investigation of information derived from industrial assets. Leveraging data science cannot only help to predict embryonic asset failures, but also helps to eliminate them and take action in a timely manner. By Dr. Sean Otto Equipment manufacturers, engineering, […] Magazine Articles — January 31, 2019
