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  • Western Star Puts Next Generation Truck Through Hell

    Western Star Puts Next Generation Truck Through Hell

    Western Star’s all-new vocational truck is set to be the toughest Western Star yet after being subjected to the extreme and grueling testing conditions designed by the Product Validation Engineering (PVE) team of Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA). When it arrives, the next Western Star will have the undisputed honor of being the most tested truck in Western Star’s history.
    Born on the backwoods logging roads of British Columbia, Western Star trucks have a storied reputation for delivering tough, dependable reliability for the most demanding of vocational tasks. Supported by the global engineering of Daimler Trucks and state-of-the-art testing facilities of DTNA, the next Western Star is set to carry the brand’s legacy forward.
    “Vocational customers work in the most challenging environments in the world; places where durability and uptime are crucial,” said David Carson, senior vice president, Vocational segment, DTNA. “We have put the next Western Star through its paces to ensure this truck surpasses their expectations. We have a hard-earned reputation for dependability, for reliability, and for toughness that our customers know they can count on when they get to the job site and on the journey there. And we have delivered for them.” 

    Un”shake”able Composure  
    The structures lab at DTNA houses both full vehicle and cab-only shaker tables to accelerate durability testing and find breakage in the lab, years before vehicles get to testing on the road or in the field. Capable of violently manipulating the vehicle on both X- and Y-axes to simulate a lifetime of extreme use in customer hands, the shaker tables can replicate approximately 1 million miles of real-world use in under two months of testing in the lab. For a vocational truck, the validation of the next Western Star’s cab and chassis components started early in the development process and yielded new, internal standards for durability.
    For different loading conditions, a ‘bed plate’ test simulated extreme maneuvers on the chassis and specific components to ensure full capability, while a ‘frame twist’ test cycle was repeated 10,000 times to provide a solid foundation for the new truck and make sure it could withstand the rigors of the toughest vocational operating environments regardless of application or body equipment installed.  
    In order to match the unyielding strength and durability requirements with a maximum focus on driver safety, the PVE team at DTNA destroyed numerous cabs with multiple cab crushing tests. The pendulum test imparted force to the top corners of the cab while the roof strength test applied extra force to the roof to exhaust its strength. Both tests yielded invaluable test data for the new, lighter cab design to ensure it matched and surpassed the performance of other Western Star trucks. Cab impact tests are conducted while the trucks are equipped with a number of sensors and cameras to collect 200 unique data points, all of which are used to deliver safety-focused vehicles to customer fleets and their operators.  

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    Jan 12, 2021 - 5 years ago

  • Landscape Ontario Launches GROW Program

    Landscape Ontario Launches GROW Program

    Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association is thrilled to announce the launch of a new workforce development and training program. The Get Ready for Opportunities at Work (GROW) program provided in partnership with SkillsAdvance Ontario (SAO) and funded in part by the Government of Canada and Government of Ontario, is an innovative program that will support the recruitment, development and growth of new entrant workers, current workers in the profession and employers. 

    The New Entrant Worker Training Program:
    The New Entrant Worker Training program is designed to train eligible new workers to fill in-demand jobs that will enable the landscape and horticulture profession to serve current and future demand. This program recruits, selects eligible candidates, and provides a four week training program (during the winter of 2021 to prepare for the spring landscape season) that focuses on technical and soft skills training, followed by a paid 2- week job placement and continued employment to support the growth of the Landscape and Horticulture sector. 
     
    The program is open to individuals who are:
    •    18 years and over; 
    •    Legally permitted to work in Canada; 
    •    Unemployed or underemployed or low household income;
    •    Wanting to explore a new career opportunity in a growing profession;
    •    Residents in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area, or the Kawartha/Muskoka regions. 

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    Jan 11, 2021 - 5 years ago

  • Call For Nominations: 2021 Distinguished Woman In Logistics Award

    Women In Trucking Association (WIT), Truckstop.com, and Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) are seeking nominations for the 2021 Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award (DWLA). The award started in 2015 as a way to recognize the achievements and leadership of outstanding individuals involved in logistics in North America.
    “Each year we continue to be more impressed by the women nominated for the Distinguished Woman in Logistics award as the ranks of women increase in supply chain and the level of professionalism is elevated throughout the industry,” said Ellen Voie, president and CEO of WIT. “It is our honor to recognize such influential women through this award.”
    Sponsored by Truckstop.com and TIA, the award is open to high-performing women in any field related to logistics, including supply chain management, third-party logistics, and trucking.

    Previous DWLA winners include:

    • 2020: Sue Spero, president of Carrier Services of Tennessee, Inc.
    • 2019: Judy McReynolds, chairman, president and CEO of ArcBest
    • 2018: Renee Krug, CEO of Global Tranz
    • 2017: Andra Rush, chair and CEO of Rush Trucking Corporation, CEO and president of Dakkota Integrated Systems, and chair, CEO and president of Detroit Manufacturing Systems
    • 2016: Shelley Simpson, chief commercial officer; EVP People and HR, J. B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.
    • 2015: Kristy Knichel, president of Knichel Logistics

    “As an organization, few have done as much as Women In Trucking to further the causes of women in transportation and logistics,” said Brent Hutto, chief relationship officer, Truckstop.com. “Recipients of The Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award exemplify leadership and service within their communities and the industry as a whole. We are proud to support this incredible award and look forward to highlighting the achievements of these incredible leaders.” 
    The award selection committee includes representatives from WIT, Truckstop.com, TIA and academia. The 2021 winner will be announced during TIA “Capital Ideas” Conference and Exhibition, on Friday, April 9 in Phoenix, AZ.
    “We at TIA are delighted to support Women In Trucking generally, and the Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award in particular,” said Anne Reinke, CEO of TIA. “Whatever TIA can do to help showcase accomplished women in the trucking and logistics industry, we want to do. This award serves to inspire young women who are determining their future careers, and it validates women already in business for contributing mightily to a vital and essential industry.” 
    Anyone may nominate a candidate by completing and submitting the nomination form at https://www.womenintrucking.org/distinguished-woman-in-logistics. Nominations are due February 10, 2021.
    For additional information regarding the nomination process, send an email to [email protected]. 
    Source: Women In Trucking

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    Jan 8, 2021 - 5 years ago

  • Vermeer Introduces New TR5300EM Trommel Screen

    Vermeer Introduces New TR5300EM Trommel Screen

    Vermeer expands its electric-powered recycling product line with the addition of the new TR5300EM trommel screen. This new trommel screen is powered by an industrial-duty, fan-cooled 60-hp (44.7-kW) electric motor, and delivers a drum speed of 0-24 revolutions per minute to handle multiple material types, including compost, topsoil and wood biomass. The quiet operating TR5300EM also features a low hopper infeed with a capacity of 5.5-yd3 (4.2 m3) and includes new service and operating enhancements. The Vermeer TR5300EM is an excellent addition to recycling and organic material processing companies looking to help reduce exhaust emissions, noise levels and maintenance.
    According to Jay Van Roekel, product manager for Vermeer Recycling and Forestry products, the demand for electric equipment to process organic material is growing, and the TR5300EM complements the line of electric recycling and processing equipment Vermeer produces. “Many of our horizontal and tub grinders are available with electric motors, as well as the TR626EM trommel screen,” he explained. “The TR5300EM is a more compact unit than the TR626EM, making it an excellent option for processing facilities located in urban environments and companies looking to reduce emissions and maintenance.”
    The hydraulically driven drum on the TR5300EM is 15-ft (4.6 m) long and 5-ft (1.6 m) in diameter to optimize material processing and deliver a high-quality end product. Quick-change screens and a quick-change drum help make it convenient and quick to perform sizing adjustments. The TR5300EM also features several access doors to help with servicing and a set of dual-hinged doors on both sides of the machine for full access to the drum at ground level.
    The TR5300EM trommel screen overs and fines conveyors are adjustable to help with dust control and allow for precise placement of material. The unit is also equipped with auto overs flaps to help contain material and reduce spillage.
    Vermeer also designed this electric trommel screen for ease of maneuverability and transport. “A lot of electric recycling processing machinery in the market is stationary,” explained Van Roekel. “However, the ability to move a machine can help make servicing and cleaning more efficient. The TR5300EM is built on a single-axle frame, making it possible to transport it to another jobsite or move it into storage when it’s not in use, as well as making it convenient for a person performing maintenance or cleaning up material around the unit.”
    The TR5300EM can be equipped with several optional accessories, including a grizzly screen to sort out oversized material and a magnetic head pulley for removing unwanted metal. It can also be outfitted with an auger drum and a hopper extension. 

    Source: Vermeer

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    Jan 7, 2021 - 5 years ago

  • AEM Announces 2020 Inductees To AEM Hall Of Fame

    The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) Hall of Fame recognizes the pioneers whose inventions, ideas, leadership and courage have contributed to the industry and our community’s quality of life. For 2020, AEM has selected three individuals to celebrate in its Hall of Fame: Art Moore, founder of Snorkel Lifts, and brothers Ray and Koop Ferwerda, inventors of the Gradall excavator.
    “Art Moore’s creations have saved thousands of lives in allowing firefighters to reach blazes they couldn’t before, and enabled thousands more with their innovative construction and access lifts,” said AEM President Dennis Slater. “The innovation of the Ferwerda brothers and their Gradall excavator has enabled thousands of miles of roadway to be built more quickly, allowing us to build the future we know today. AEM is proud to welcome these innovators to our respected list of industry leaders, inspiring the next generation to develop and pursue their ideas for a better future for everyone.”

    AEM Announces 2020 Inductees To AEM Hall Of Fame
    Art Moore (L) founder of Snorkel Lifts, with Don Ahern (R) current Snorkel owner.

     

    Art Moore (1924-2019) Founder, Snorkel Lifts
    Art Moore grew up in St. Joseph, Missouri, just north of Kansas City, where he became childhood friends with future business partner Ray Pitman. Pitman and Moore started the Pitman Manufacturing Company in 1949, focusing on hydraulic lift trucks. In 1958, the Chicago Fire Department modified a Pitman truck with a fire hose, and Moore saw the benefit of the idea, breaking off to focus on lifted fire equipment with the Snorkel Fire Equipment Company, which he opened in 1959.

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    Jan 6, 2021 - 5 years ago

  • Registration Open For Second Round Of CleanBC Heavy-Duty Vehicle Efficiency

    Registration Open For Second Round Of CleanBC Heavy-Duty Vehicle Efficiency

    The BC Trucking Association (BCTA), in partnership with the BC Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, announces the second offering of the CleanBC Heavy-duty Vehicle Efficiency (HDVE) Program.
    The Province of British Columbia has committed $1.4 million to a second year of the program that features a course for fleets on fuel management and incentives for the purchase and installation of approved fuel-efficiency devices. For 2020, BCTA will be delivering the CleanBC HDVE Program Course in selected communities and via webinar for trucking companies across British Columbia, with an expanded list of approved devices.
    “Our government is pleased to continue supporting the CleanBC Heavy-duty Vehicle Efficiency Program in partnership with the BC Trucking Association,” said Claire Trevena, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure. “This program is designed to teach participants how to develop a fuel management program that will reduce operating costs associated with fuel. I encourage people in this sector to sign up for this opportunity that will help save money and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.”
    “We’re grateful for continued support and commitment from the Province for the CleanBC Heavy-duty Vehicle Efficiency Program, which provides vital funding to assist BC companies in greening their fleets,” says Dave Earle, BCTA president and CEO. “Through the CleanBC HDVE Program, we can collectively do our part in the fight against climate change and, at the same time, implement improvements that put us among the greenest fleets in North America.”
    The goal of the CleanBC HDVE Program is to assist BC-based fleets to invest in equipment and best practices for reducing fuel usage and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Companies that successfully complete the pre-requisite course and meet all eligibility requirements may apply for rebates of 30 to 50 percent on verified devices and equipment.
    BCTA launched the first CleanBC HDVE Program in October 2019, scheduling courses in Langley, Kamloops, and Prince George. This offering saw participants from 117 companies across BC, operating 15,839 heavy-duty vehicles in total. Thirty-seven companies out of 42 applicants successfully obtained funding for fuel-saving equipment such as wide-based tires, aerodynamic devices and auxiliary power units (APUs, for in-cab power services) as well as fuel-efficiency training for drivers. Altogether, BCTA estimates these companies have reduced their emissions by approximately 13.9 million kilograms of CO2, equivalent to removing about 2,934 passenger cars from BC roads.
    “Thanks to the CleanBC HDVE Program, we were able to outfit our tractors with clean, electric APUs that have cut idling emissions from our trucks in half,” says Pardeep Arora, director, Triple Eight Transportation Inc. “We’re pleased we’ve reduced our fuel usage and costs while still keeping our drivers comfortable in their vehicles.”
    To be eligible to participate, companies must have one or more heavy-duty commercial vehicles in their fleet (a vehicle with a gross vehicle weight greater than 11,794 kg) that is licensed and insured to operate in British Columbia, conducts business in British Columbia, and has a terminal located in British Columbia.
    The free, pre-requisite CleanBC HDVE Program Course teaches participants how to develop a Fuel Management Program for any size fleet, incorporating measures to improve fuel economy based on what will work best for each operation. It will also show how to develop a baseline of fuel consumption and track progress as part of the company’s program.
    Locations for the CleanBC HDVE Program Course include the Kootenays, Vancouver Island and Langley, as well as through on-line webinars. In response to input from previous participants, we’ve condensed the content for delivery over four hours and will offer sessions on Saturdays, so that operations with fewer staff can attend without affecting their work week.
    Registration opens September 17, 2020, for sessions scheduled on October 1 in Langley (BCTA training room) and on September 29, October 13 and October 29 by webinar, with dates for other locations to come. Sessions take place from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm, except for the October 13 webinar, which is offered in the afternoon, 12:30 to 4:30 pm. Full details and registration forms will be available on the BCTA training calendar on bctrucking.com.
    Upon successful completion of the course, participants are eligible to apply for CleanBC HDVE Program Incentives, featuring rebates on the purchase and installation of qualifying fuel-saving equipment. For the second round of the program, we’ve increased the Incentive amount to $15,000 per vehicle, up from $10,000, leaving the maximum amount per fleet at $100,000. As well, the HDVE Program now allows additional time for successful participants to meet installation requirements: 65 days for retrofits (from 45 days) and 120 days for new equipment (from 90 days).
    Applications for Incentives open January 25, 2021, and close February 5, 2021.
    Interested fleets are encouraged to sign up as soon as possible. As with the first round, BCTA will be ensuring that funding is allocated equitably among successful applicants by region. Although BCTA is a member-based organization, there is no requirement to belong to the association to participate in the CleanBC HDVE Program.
    This is the second of three potential program offerings for which the Province of British Columbia has committed $1.4 million annually.
    For more information on CleanBC, please visit https://cleanbc.gov.bc.ca/. 
    Source: BCTA

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    Jan 5, 2021 - 5 years ago

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