Truck and Track Summer 2024 www.truckandtrack.com 4 BUSINESS NEWS 3R Solutions applauds Fruehauf for quick turnaround of new tippers West Lothian-based waste management and recycling specialist, 3R Solutions, has praised Fruehauf for delivering 14 sloper smoothsider tippers in a matter of weeks, helping the firm prepare for an important new contract. Having never previously dealt directly with Fruehauf, the 3R Solutions team was hugely impressed with the speedy turnaround of the order, which also included the application of the company’s livery at the manufacturer’s Grantham site. The 14 tippers represent new additions to its 100-plus mixed commercial vehicle fleet. 3R Solutions Owner, David Ireland, says: “We had just secured a new contract and I needed the tippers promptly. I contacted the team at Fruehauf and they really stepped up, providing us with these fantastic smoothsiders from their Ready to Go stock. The fact we were also able to have them expertly liveried in our company colours was a major bonus. It’s fair to say that Fruehauf really came up trumps for us.” The 14 tippers will be used for the transportation of anaerobic digestion feedstocks and are specified with an extra waterproof seal for a cleaner and easier tip. They join a fleet comprised of more than 20 tippers, 45 tractor units and 40 tankers, all providing solutions to waste management issues across a wide range of industries and applications UK-wide. Commenting on Fruehauf’s level of service, Ireland adds: “It’s been first class from start to finish. Nothing has been too much trouble. After we provided our requirements, they were quick to provide us with solutions and truly delivered on their promises. “The new smoothsider trailers are built to last and look great on the road, helping to promote the business and bolster our reputation.” Established in 2008, 3R Solutions provides a range of services throughout the UK, including liquid waste tankering, organic waste recycling, tank cleaning, farm services, anaerobic digestion support and waste management consultancy. Microlise Group, a leading global provider of innovative technology solutions, has today announced its alignment with the latest Transport for London (TfL) Direct Vision Standards (DVS) requirements, set to take effect on Monday 28th October 2024. The Group’s commitment to enhancing road safety and compliance is stronger than ever, with the new mandate – that requires vehicles weighing 12 tonnes and above, rated below three stars, to install or upgrade to meet the requirements of TfL’s Progressive Safe System – firmly in its sights. The Progressive Safe System, a system of updated safety features, is a massive leap forward in protecting vulnerable road users across Greater London, with an ambitious target to eliminate deaths and serious injuries on London’s transport network by 2041. And Microlise’s safety products are perfectly placed to support vehicles that fall outside of the new guidelines. Microlise’s ClearVision multi-camera DVS solution is an innovative solution that not only adheres to the current standards, but is designed to meet the upcoming stricter requirements. The Group’s technology includes advanced features such as AI-powered blind-spot and moving-off information systems, providing in-cab warnings that significantly enhance driver awareness and safety. Its blind-spot cameras also record, with footage downloaded into the Microlise system for detailed analysis. Currently used by a number of high-profile transport and logistics companies, the Group’s product offering is further complemented by its recent acquisition of the renowned road safety products Flare and Flare Aware. Granting operators a deeper understanding of mobility risks and safety concerns, this technology turns the spotlight on micromobility, highlighting dynamic hazards such as vulnerable road users in a truly unique way. Speaking on the new DVS regulations, Steve Watson, Microlise Group’s Director of Product, said: “For fleets currently using our solutions, we are offering timely upgrades to ensure compliance with the new specifications. And we encourage those yet to join the Microlise network to reach out and to learn how our products and services can transform both fleet safety and compliance.” For more information on the new TfL Direct Vision Standards regulations, visit https://tfl.gov.uk/info-for/deliveries-in-london/ delivering-safely/direct-vision-in-heavy-goods-vehicles. Microlise Group to support operators in face of new DVS Requirements The technology giant is poised to support operators impacted by the new Direct Vision Standards coming into play this October
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