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Fuel performance can be improved by adopting simple measures involving the monitoring of fuel performance results

picture Equipment & Systems

Specifying the right truck at the outset to make sure it’s really fit for its intended purpose is one of the secrets to long term operational efficiency and reduced operating costs over the life of the vehicle.

Once the truck’s in service, using the right technology to plan its work and manage it can lead to real efficiency improvements.

Freight Best Practice has a series of publications available to help you get the best from the equipment and systems used in your operation.

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...Efficient Road Freight Operations

This Guide offers practical information on aerodynamically effective styling for trucks including appropriate add-on features.

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...Refrigerated Transport Equipment

This Guide explores the different systems available and their suitability for particular operations.

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...for Efficient Logistics (CVRS)

This Guide describes the different types of systems available with hints and tips on how to choose and implement a CVRS system successfully.

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This Guide is aimed at Fleet Managers in the Public Sector to help them improve operational fleet efficiency.

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This Case Study describes the benefits of double deck trailers and how a trial of a prototype double deck trailer helped Focus DIY reduce costs, improve utilisation and reduce mileage and emissions.

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This case study shows how John Mitchell Ltd have employed a driver trainer who is accredited on an equivalent SAFED driver training course which has paid back 7% in fuel savings; over 340,000 litres of fuel and a total of 901 tonnes CO2 saving in one year. The benefits of implementing other best practices techniques such an Anti -Idling policy and an vehicle procurement policy are also explored.

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...Waste Collection Operations with Computerised Vehicle  Routing and Scheduling

The aim of this Guide is to provide ‘‘best practice’’ information for waste collection authorities (WCAs) and the inclusion of case studies is seen as an important aid to anchoring best practice in real operations. It is intended that the material presented here will contribute to greater efficiency in waste collection operations and help WCAs to understand how their collection operations could be improved, potentially through working more closely with neighbouring authorities.

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...Freight Operations

This Guide provides an overview of the available and relevant systems, covering their uses, likely benefits, issues to consider and associated costs.

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Tyre Pressure Control Systems (TPCS)

This guide describes the use of ‘Tyre Pressure Control Systems (TPCS) to reduce the deterioration of roads and minimise the need for temporary load restrictions. The guide explores the experiences of James Jones & Sons Ltd and the Scottish Woodlands’ Partners.

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A Case Study profiling Andrew Black Ltd’s best use of operations, vehicle technology and maintenance facilities to provide high quality service to the agriculture and general haulage sector in South East Scotland. This publication looks at detailed savings accrued through a number of innovative measures including the use of alloy wheels to reduce unladen weight (increasing payload) to maintenance equipment such as brake re-grinding and wheel alignment.

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...Operational Efficiency

This Case Study shows how the modernisation of vehicles and equipment and the implementation of a fuel management system has improved operational efficiency.

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This Case Study shows how Jaguar Cars made substantial cost savings through the introduction of a new streamlined and re-engineered logistics system.

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Featuring Kidds Transport and CRL Distribution.  This Case Study shows how savings can be made from implementing a regular wheel alignment programme including increased fuel savings and extended tyre life.

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....Generates Savings for MEMS

This Case Study shows how careful attention to vehicle specification can maximise operational efficiency and increase profits.

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This Guide shows you how to find and choose backloads in order to improve your fleet efficiency.

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...Efficient Road Freight Operations

Offers practical advice on how to implement an appropriate preventative maintenance plan.

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....Vehicle Routing and Scheduling (CVRS)

This Quick Guide shows the latest routing and scheduling software products and developments.

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A Quick Guide on aerodynamically effective styling for trucks including appropriate add-on features.

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...with Articulated Tippers

This Case Study reveals the benefits enjoyed by LaFarge Aggregates and K & J Plant from changing from rigid to articulated tipper vehicles.

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This Case Study contains examples of the positive effects that lower rolling resistance tyres have had on fuel consumption.

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...in Scotland

It is a commonly held view that rail can only compete with road over longer distances in terms of operating costs. This case study illustrates the environmental and cost saving benefits of two short haul rail operations, one intermodal and one bulk product, operating in Central Scotland. The case study demonstrates that short rail freight routes can be cost effective over short distances, even for just one container.

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.....at TNT Express and Somerfield using Truck Aerodynamic Styling

This Case Study, featuring TNT Express and Somerfield shows how the use of aerodynamic features have achieved fuel savings for both fleets by using double-deck trunking operations, redesigned roof trailers and by undertaking a study of both aerodynamic vehicles and non-aerodynamic vehicles.

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Provides information on the components of telematics systems and their implementation.

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...Management: Corus and TDG

The case study considers the role of a Fourth Party Logistics (4PL) organisation in helping to improve supply chain efficiency. It shows how TDG have developed a central freight transport platform to look after the logistics needs of the major steel producer, Corus.

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...in an Urban Environment

This Case Study demonstrates the advantages of using electric vehicles over diesel equivalents for city centre work, through reduced cost of operation and fuel and hence reduced emissions.


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...for Best Operational Efficiency

A step-by-step Guide to the process of correctly specifying an efficient and `fit for purpose` vehicle.

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...the Operational Efficiency of Regional Distribution Centres (RDCs).

This Guide shows how the RDC operators and their partners can improve efficiency, meet their customer service obligations and minimise environmental impact.

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