Magazine Articles — January 3, 2021How Being a Part of a Refurbished Program Can Save You Time, Money and Maintenance CostsRefurbishment programs offer a quick and easy solution to an automated side loader that is no longer able to perform adequately in the field. By Jeff Jewett In the waste and recycling industry, Automated Side-Loader (ASL) arms on refuse vehicles can, over time, become unreliable and in need of regular repair. As the arm wears […] Magazine Articles — January 3, 2021
Magazine Articles — January 2, 2021Regular Maintenance Helps to Protect Your Investment in Refuse Vehicles and Keeps Trucks Running Smoothly for a Longer Period of TimeDaily inspections, keeping up with regular service intervals and ensuring that any issues are quickly addressed, will go a long way in keeping your trucks up and running while protecting your investment. By Josh Seiferth Keeping your refuse vehicle properly maintained, whether through preventive maintenance or repair work, is one of the most important things […] Magazine Articles — January 2, 2021
Collection/Transfer — December 30, 2020Predictive and Preventative Maintenance to Keep Your Fleet on the RoadImplementing proper maintenance and leveraging the tools, data and resources available are the easiest ways to ensure you are doing everything you can to keep your fleet up and running as much as possible. By Robert Mecchi Unexpectedly, a truck on route experiences a failure, forcing a sequence of events costing valuable time and money. […] Collection/Transfer — December 30, 2020
Maintenance — December 10, 2020Fleet Advantage Announces Matthew Wiedmeyer Has Received the Certified Vehicle Maintenance Reporting Standards Specialist Certification from the American Trucking Association’s Technology and Maintenance CouncilFleet Advantage announces that Matthew Wiedmeyer, Director of Fleet Services, earned the VMRS Specialist Certification from the American Trucking Association’s (ATA) Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC). Less than 300 individuals hold a VMRS Certification in the United States, and those who are certified must exhibit an exemplary knowledge of VMRS standards and reporting. Wiedmeyer has […] Maintenance — December 10, 2020
Magazine Articles — November 30, 2020Care and Repair: Hydraulic Motor Maintenance in Recycling OperationsThe objective of truly effective maintenance and service programs is to significantly reduce downtimes, improve safety and ensure hydraulic direct-drives maximize their operational value. By Timothy McCrea Large hydraulic direct-drive systems are often used in industrial recycling operations where heavy materials are processed with extreme force. Ideal for shredders, hammer mills, rollers and other machinery, […] Magazine Articles — November 30, 2020
Magazine Articles — November 30, 2020Tough Flooring for Frequent DisinfectingSanitary floors are foundational to a clean, healthy facility. Hard working industrial floor coating systems, with their seamless, high strength surfaces and outstanding chemical resistance, offer waste management facilities the innovative solutions they need. By Sophia Daukas Maintaining a clean facility is especially important where the risk of hazardous exposure is higher. For organizations in […] Magazine Articles — November 30, 2020
Magazine Articles — September 30, 2020Disposing of Brake FluidWhen disposing of brake fluid, make sure you stay in compliance with local, state and federal guidelines. Properly disposing of brake fluid is essential for you and the environment. By Alan Shapiro There are quite a few complexities surrounding brake fluid and its disposal. Of course, you want to avoid excessive fines, penalties and any […] Magazine Articles — September 30, 2020
Magazine Articles — September 4, 2020How Do Lubricants Meet the Needs of Waste Fleets?Lubricants today meet the unique needs of waste fleet operators as well as the operational needs of modern engine technology. The latest heavy-duty engine oil technology can secure substantial savings for waste operators. By Darryl Purificati At the heart of a waste fleet’s equipment is its engine oil—the vehicle’s lifeblood, which helps it run smoothly […] Magazine Articles — September 4, 2020
Magazine Articles — August 2, 2020Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Invest in Augmented Reality for Maintenance TrainingAugmented Reality is effective because it is more interactive than solutions currently used. Technicians will develop muscle and mental memory faster than relying on printed documentation. As a result, you will see a reduction in mean time to repair. The return on investment can be significant. By Matt Johnston The Bureau of Labor Statistics suggests […] Magazine Articles — August 2, 2020
Magazine Articles — July 31, 2020Clearing the Air: A Guide to Choosing a High-Performance Air Filter to Protect Machines and EmployeesClean air keeps machine engines and systems running longer, operators healthier, happier and more productive, and businesses more profitable. By Austin Browne Air filters used on heavy machinery at waste and recycling facilities serve as essential protective barriers that prevent dust, debris and other harmful particulates from reaching machine engines, HVAC systems and equipment operators. […] Magazine Articles — July 31, 2020
Collection/Transfer — July 28, 2020Latest Fleet Advantage Industry Benchmark Survey Shows the Impact Older Trucks Have on Safety, Repair Costs and Fuel EconomyFleet Advantage, a leading innovator in truck fleet business analytics, equipment financing, and lifecycle cost management announced the results of its latest fleet industry benchmarking survey showing the impact new safety technologies have had on transportation fleets, how many fleets are still driving older-model trucks, and the leading reasons motivating upgrade decisions. The survey also […] Collection/Transfer — July 28, 2020
Magazine Articles — June 30, 2020Understanding Augmented and Virtual Reality for Maintenance and RepairEnterprises, now more than ever, can augment their existing maintenance and training processes all while increasing compliance to procedures, first time fix rates and speeding up the time of repair. But, as a novice, how can you get started? By Lexandra Amos and Matt Johnston Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) are finally here. […] Magazine Articles — June 30, 2020
