Commercial Vehicle Workshop December 19

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COMMERCIAL WORKSHOP

DECEMBER 2019

COMING CLEAN How to prevent costly mistakes during vehicle cleaning

Also in this issue…

■ The importance of apprenticeships ■ How to keep trailers secure ■ Case study: Diagnosing a VW Transporter ■ Giveaways

CONTENTS

Volume 16

Issue 11

REGULARS

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5 Viewpoint

15 Business & Legislation

6 News

17 Health & Safety

11 Tech Tips

47 MECHANEX Monthly

14 Training

48 What’s New?

SPECIAL REPORTS 18 An initiative to drive the future of electric commercial vehicles

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20 A look at a new tyre-management solution

LIGHT COMMERCIAL VEHICLES 22 The installation process of in-ground lifts 24 One company’s reaction to a growing demand for beam blades 26 Case study: Diagnosing a VW Transporter 28 How one parts supplier is attempting to reduce particle emissions

FUELS, LUBRICANTS & ADDITIVES 30 How the Verification of Lubricant Specifications handles cases 32 An oil manufacturer’s involvement in truck racing 34 Working towards being a sustainable lubricant company 37 Cutting costs with additives

VEHICLE & WORKSHOP CLEANING 38 The flexibility of wash bay mobile column lifts

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40 Top tips for safely cleaning vehicles 42 Case study: Lifts that are resistant to water and degreasing solutions

COMPETITIONS 44 Giveaways

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Looking ahead

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s 2020 grows near, we look back on a tumultuous year for haulage businesses in the UK. This was one of the reasons I was pleased to see the recent announcement that the FTA, alongside industry-charity Think Logistics, has created a series of short videos showcasing the benefits of working in logistics-related jobs to young people (page 14). The campaign brings to light some worrying statistics: “With 64% of transport […] businesses now facing severe skills shortages, it’s imperative that we attract new individuals to the workforce.” However, it ultimately highlights several positives, such as job satisfaction and diversity. It’s excellent to see fleet management included in this initiative, but it got me thinking: it might be time to see a similar concept rolled out for commercial vehicle technicians in the future – it’s certainly a job role that requires some attention to remain desirable.

It would be unfair of me not to mention those businesses which are already making a push for young talent, however. Main dealer workshops are leading the way with apprenticeship schemes – take Scania’s pool of 243 apprentices in the UK, for instance.

It’s starting to happen elsewhere in the aftermarket too, even at manufacturer level.

Vehicle body and trailer manufacturer Cartwright Group has long seen the real advantages of taking on apprentices, having now recruited its eighth annual wave of recruits. It found that by investing time and money into apprentices, some are becoming long-standing members of the company. This concept can easily be emulated; independent workshops should now be following suit.

But, as pointed out by the FTA, no matter how healthy the intake of fresh staff across the board, we are still experiencing an industry-wide skill shortage. It’s essential to remember that training young people isn’t the only way to avoid stagnation. In this technology-based industry, no amount of experience can immunise you to the need for up-to-date training. No matter how many years of experience you might have in the workshop, or with fleets of any size, there is always room for self-improvement.

For example, one distributor recently informed me that some of its own technical staff took Yuasa’s new, free-of-charge, online battery training. When it came to the tests at the end of the training modules, even some veterans found themselves taking simple principles for granted, and getting caught out by some of the questions. In short, the pool of relevant training material is growing, and it's becoming more and more accessible.

2019 is nearly over, and in the final few weeks I urge you to consider looking ahead at what developments your workshop require to thrive next year. There might be a need for young, new staff, or it might be necessary to just maintain the relevancy of the skills of the current workforce. Either way, what better time to start than a new decade.

Enjoy the issue, and have a Merry Christmas!

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NEWS

FairfuelUK comments on the Bristol ban on diesel vehicles Howard Cox, Founder of the FairfuelUK Campaign, commented on the Bristol ban on diesels, citing misinformation and a disproportionate focus on vehicular emissions as the culprit for unfair bans and taxes targeted at motorists.

CTEK and Cadex forge a partnership

CTEK Sweden AB and Cadex Electronics have announced an exciting partnership. The agreement will see the two companies join forces to introduce a new approach to battery testing in the automotive industry.

With a focus on OEMs as well as professional independent and dealership workshops, the partnership will deliver new charging, maintenance and testing solutions to give customers the most efficient, accurate and reliable battery testing equipment available.

The second generation SPECTRO test engine, developed by Cadex, will be at the heart of a wider range of diagnostic products. The two companies will bring their technical and market expertise together to create a family of diagnostic products based around the SPECTRO Technology.

Henk Lubberts, Global Director OE at CTEK, said, “Battery testing is an area of focus for us, and we were looking for a partner with the same appetite for innovation as we have.”

Markus Pauli, COO at Cadex, added, "In partnership with CTEK, we will integrate SPECTRO technology into a suite of diagnostic products, and deliver them into the automotive industry. We are excited to be partnering with CTEK to create a new standard in efficiency and accuracy for automotive battery testing.”

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Howard claimed that “air quality alarmism” is being used to attack motorised transport via taxes and bans that hit the less well-off the hardest. He also claimed that despite the worry surrounding vehicle emissions, a recent DEFRA report shows that since 1970, particulate emissions have been reduced by 79%, and NOx by 72%.

“In fact,” Howard explained, “the primary generators of NOx are gas appliances, not road vehicles. As for particulate matter, even if all transport in Bristol were to be removed from the streets of the city, between 70% and 80% of the particulate matter would still be present in urban air, with the primary sources of this being weather phenomena and agriculture.”

The HGV sector has worked hard to reduce NOx emissions, which have been down by more than 50% since 2013. “It is important to transition to a low emission

future in a managed way that supports investment and incentivises the consumer.

It is unacceptable to have counterproductive punishment taxes targeted at the wrong people.”

Howard also claimed that emissions reports often focus too heavily on vehicle pollution, and broadly ignore marine, aviation, industrial and domestic combustion.

“Cars and trucks are essential to us all at present; we rely on them for everything that gets into our shops and homes. They are not the sole source of air pollution. What about planes, trains and ships and industry?

Electricity is not produced without pollution either. Where is the media coverage on this?

The technology is out there to replace current fuels with something less polluting.

Why aren’t we using it yet?”

“A recent DEFRA report shows that since 1970, particulate emissions have been reduced by 79%, and NOx by 72%.”

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Cartwright Group welcomes new intake of apprentices

Commercial vehicle body and trailer manufacturer, the Cartwright Group, has taken on 17 new recruits as part of its multi-award-winning apprenticeship programme, which is now entering its eighth year.

Scania celebrates its annual Apprentice of the Year competition Scania staged its 2019 Apprentice of the Year competition, an event designed to test, recognise, and reward the skills of its top performing apprentice technicians.

The competition is an annual fixture on the Scania calendar, and is open to all Scania apprentices across its UK dealership network. Apprentices reached the final following nominations based on their aptitude, attitude, behaviour, and performance on block release, together with feedback from their manager and their Development Coach from training partner, Remit Group.

Following nominations drawn from the pool of 243 apprentices currently in training with Scania, four individuals from each of the three year groups were invited to attend the Scania Training Centre in Loughborough to complete their final practical tests.

The day involved six hours of assessment, focusing on three practical tasks and one knowledge-based test

developed in-line with the apprentice technicians' progress, development, and daily duties while on the programme. The cumulative scores from each task then determined who would be crowned ‘Apprentice of the Year’ from each of the three year groups in the Heavy Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship programme.

Martin Hay, Managing Director of Scania (GB), commented, “Apprenticeships have long represented a key investment for the future of Scania. We are delighted to have been able to reward this group with ‘Apprentice of the Year’ awards, which demonstrate their commitment to developing their knowledge and skill base, as well as displaying the attitudes and behaviours needed to become technicians of the highest quality.”

The apprentices, aged 16 to 19, will experience every aspect of the production line within the South Manchester-based company during the two-year course.

Over the two years the apprentices will rotate between six departments, including coachbuilding, freight, delivery, inspection, paint, and fabrications. Once they have mastered the basic skills in all six departments, they will be given the opportunity to specialise in an area best suited to their skills and interests.

Upon completion of the programme, they will gain an NVQ Level 2 in Engineering. From there, they will have the chance to progress for a third year on an Advanced Apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3 and ultimately could go on to achieve HNC/HND engineering qualifications.

Cartwright recently presented awards to a group of apprentice graduates in recognition of the completion of their apprenticeships and promotion to full time permanent roles. Group Chairman Peter Cartwright presented the awards.

He said, “Once again we have some fantastic recruits who have proven themselves to be the future of this company. We have been delighted with their progress and dedication, and we look forward to developing more stars of the future.”

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NEWS

Brigade Electronics presented with Queen’s award Brigade Electronics, the commercial vehicle safety supplier, has recently been presented with the Queen’s Award for Enterprise in recognition of its international trade success, having been awarded the accolade earlier this year.

The company was one of only three businesses in Kent to have received the award. The presentation took place at Brigade’s dedicated engineering facility in Dartford, Kent, and was attended by Lord Lieutenant Viscount De L’Isle, Viscountess De L’Isle, Deputy Lieutenant Douglas Horner, local dignitaries, Brigade’s Founder & Chairman Chris Hanson-Abbott OBE, Managing Director Philip Hanson-Abbott, together with Brigade staff and guests.

“An excellent example of a British company successfully trading within a global marketplace.”

Chris Hanson-Abbott received the scroll and commemorative vase from the Lord Lieutenant, who complimented Brigade on its growth, saying it served as an excellent example of a British company successfully trading within a global marketplace.

Formed in 1976, Brigade Electronics has been at the forefront of vehicle safety since 1976, having introduced the first reversing alarm into the UK. Since then, the company has continued to develop life-saving products which are not only sold in the UK, but across the globe.

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Road Brexit contingency measures welcomed by FTA FTA, which speaks on behalf of the UK logistics industry, has welcomed the news that the EU has approved the extension of two contingency measures by another seven months, to maintain road haulage connectivity in the event of a No Deal Brexit.

As Sarah Laouadi, FTA’s European Policy Manager, explained, “The agreements will bring some measure of certainty to the association’s members that move goods and

services to and from the European Union.

“The extension of the No Deal contingency access is welcome news for logistics companies currently preparing for Brexit, and is something which FTA has been lobbying for on behalf of its members.

Both agreements will allow some degree of continuity, but it is clear that permanent solutions should be reached to enable businesses to plan efficiently for long-term business stability and avoid yet another cliff edge.”

Economic uncertainty continues to depress LCV market A total of 25,216 LCV’s were put on UK roads in October, compared with 28,494 vehicles in the same period last year.

“Registrations of light commercial vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes fell by -11% in October, the second consecutive month of decline, as economic uncertainty continues to affect the market,” said Sue Robinson, Director of the National Franchised Dealers Association which represents franchised commercial vehicle and car retailers across the UK, commenting on the SMMT’s light commercial vehicle registration figures.

“The introduction of WLTP engine emissions regulations applied to vans and light trucks in September meant that there was a shortage of product availability. There were also more WLTP non-compliant vehicles being pre-registered in August in order to beat the deadline, and these vehicles are now entering the market as delivery mileage used vans.”

Sales of maximum size light commercials 2.5-3.5t, which represent over 60% of the whole CV market, were down -19.2%, but demand for small and mid-sized vans rose 2.0% and 31.0% respectively.

Robinson added, “As we enter the final quarter of 2019, we are expecting the market to rebalance as the WLTP changes work through the system. Positively, the market is still up 3.1% year-to-date, however whilst dealers are saying there is still pent-up demand in the market, many buyers are holding off making purchasing decisions until the current political and economic uncertainty stabilises.”

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MOTUS Commercials goes plastic free

In an effort to cut down on plastic waste, Motus Commercials, the commercial vehicle dealer group, will no longer be using single-use plastic cups across their 34 dealer locations.

Stress is the biggest issue for people in the automotive industry On National Stress Awareness Day, Ben revealed the results from its most recent business survey, in which automotive industry employers identified stress as a major issue affecting employees.

A total of 70% of respondents to the employer survey said stress had most affected their employees’ health and wellbeing – particularly those in the manufacturing and retail sectors. This was also reflected in the latest employee survey, with 57% saying they are stressed at work, 47% are stressed at home and 35% are stressed at work and home.

In the employer survey, respondents were also asked to spontaneously mention issues most likely to impact automotive businesses over the next five years. The top three issues mentioned were skills shortages (38%), Brexit (26%), and technological changes (23%). These issues have undoubtedly had an impact on the stress levels of those working in the

automotive industry.

Rachel Clift, Health & Wellbeing Director at Ben, said, “This National Stress Awareness Day, we felt it was important to share our latest survey results, which highlight that stress is a significant issue for automotive industry employees.

“I encourage employers to read our survey results and, (if you haven’t already), our first whitepaper, ‘Mental health in the automotive industry: moving up a gear.’

Both pieces offer important insights into the health and wellbeing of the automotive industry, and provide practical advice and support on how best to support employees.

“As always, our free, confidential support is readily available to anyone who works (or has worked) in the industry.

Employers can also refer employees who need support to Ben via a fast-track employee referral process. We’re here to look after the health and wellbeing of automotive people because they are the lifeblood of our industry.”

This is a huge move for the business, which currently disposes of a large number of single use plastic cups per site, per day from its reusable drinks machines. Staff, visitors and customers of their 10 truck and van manufacturer partner brands are all adding to the company’s plastic output and subsequent environmental impact. All 1,500 members of staff are being supplied with a reusable Motus Commercials water bottle.

Matthew Lawrenson, Managing Director of Motus Commercials, commented, “Cutting out single-use plastic cups from Motus Commercials is a great move not just for our business, but for the commercial vehicle industry as a whole. We hope that this change will set a for other businesses too, and not just in our industry!”

TECH TIPS

Testing 1, 2, 3…

Drakefield provides a step-bystep guide on how to use its latest tool when working with brake caliper potentiometers.

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he company’s latest tester, designed for testing and calibrating brake caliper potentiometers, is now available. Specifically, the tester is used to calibrate replacement potentiometers or check the existing potentiometer, to determine the wear of the brake disc and brake pads and ensure the potentiometer is giving a true reading.

The practice of checking a potentiometer for faults and replacement could save commercial vehicle operators money by avoiding complete caliper replacements.

Here are the steps:

■ The procedure for checking the

potentiometer can be carried out with the caliper installed on the vehicle or with the caliper removed.

■ Connect the appropriate test cable or adaptor to the tester via the phono connector at the top of the device.

“The practice of checking a potentiometer for faults and replacement could save commercial vehicle operators money by avoiding complete caliper replacements.”

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being tested.

Turn on the tester.

Press the ‘select’ to scroll through the vehicle/potentiometer choices.

Press and hold select button to choose your potentiometer.

If a message appears: “Failure, please attach potentiometer”, this means either no potentiometer is connected or a faulty one is connected.

Once you have a good potentiometer connected, observe the pad wear percentage bar graph and voltage from the potentiometer being tested, and adjust to suit your requirement’s by turning the center spline in the potentiometer.

Fit the new potentiometer to the caliper and check the vehicle dash, which will now say “100% pads”.

The types of potentiometers are as follows: ■ MAN/Mercedes 3 Wire Gold ■ DAF/Mercedes 2 Wire ■ Scania/Iveco/Mercedes 3 Wire Silver

The Volvo plunger type potentiometer can also be tested with with the Volvo adaptor cable. The tester comes with two standard adaptor cables (screw type and clip type), a USB charging cable, an instruction booklet and built in rechargeable batteries – all supplied in a sturdy carry case. Drakefield says that now is the time to start testing and replacing potentiometers to save money today.

For more information about the equipment mentioned in this article, www.rdr.link/VK001

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TECH TIPS

F eel the C ALIBR A TION

Calibration is a vital step in ensuring that tools are working as they should be: giving correct readings, providing a safe working environment for end-users, and ensuring that companies are upholding their legal obligations. However, calibration is often confused with accuracy and precision.

Chicago Pneumatic explores what is meant by calibration, and why it’s so important.

What is calibration?

Your tool is working fine, but how do you know that it is measuring accurately? This is where calibration comes in. Calibration, by definition, is determining and documenting the difference in readings given by a tool, compared with a reading given by a measuring standard (a fixed device that is known to be accurate).

It is generally followed by the adjustment of the tool. This process checks whether the values are within an acceptable range (tolerance level) in relation to the specific application. If not, then the equipment must be adjusted to make sure that the deviation between the actual and the required value is minimal, and that the tool will have its original performance accuracy restored, giving more precision. A calibration check can be done after adjustment of the tool.

Why calibrate?

The performance of tools and instruments tend to drift over time, and every tool eventually loses accuracy to some extent.

An example of this could be a non-impact tool, such as a BlueTork nutrunner, which is used to tighten the bolts on truck wheels: its torque can vary over a few years under normal operating conditions. Although the torque value is the same, the actual measured value could be different. In the first couple of years, the values may stay within the tolerance interval, but at year three, it falls outside the tolerance interval 12 CVW DECEMBER 2019

cycles – whichever comes first). So, ultimately, it is up to the maintenance manager to specify a reasonable calibration interval as they understand their job and the tools’ application better than anyone else.

and the nutrunner must be adjusted to ensure that it continues to provide an accurate result. By calibrating and adjusting the tools, it ensures that their precision remains at the required level. There are three reasons why this is important: 1. The tool works properly, maintaining correct tightening over time.

2. The company complies with standards and quality system regulatory requirements, and therefore avoid possible legal consequences regarding product liability. If a company is ISO 9001 certified, it is required to calibrate its tools to ensure the quality of the finished products and services.

3. The process guarantees safety for both employees and customers.

At the end of the calibration process, a calibration certificate must be delivered by a laboratory. Note: a test certificate is different from a calibration certificate. Test certificates only show the performances of the tool at a given point of time.

How to calibrate tools?

Only laboratories complying with ISO/IEC 17025 can deliver a valid calibration certificate. You can contact your local accreditation organisation to get the list of all accredited laboratories.

How often should the tools be calibrated?

The quality standard ISO 9001 does not specify the calibration period and frequency depends on several factors: for example, the use of the tool and the environment.

Calibration may need to be carried out as often as daily, or as little as yearly (for example, manual torque wrench calibration is recommended once a year or every 5000

There are four tips to determine how often calibration should be carried out: 1. Check the equipment manufacturer’s measurement recommendation (should calibration be performed after a certain number of cycles?)

2. What is the equipment stability history?

3. How important is the measurement in question?

4. What are the risks and consequences of a situation beyond tolerance?

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TRAINING

The next generation In partnership with FTA, Think Logistics has launched a series of short films to promote a career in the logistics sector to young people. The videos, which are available free of charge to logistics companies, showcase the benefits of working within the sector through a series of bitesized case studies.

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he short films cover a variety of subjects, from industry-facing edits aimed at attracting more users to Think Logistics, to student-focused interviews and several ‘day in the life’ shorts, demonstrating to viewers exactly what working in the sector is like. The clips are designed to be promoted on social media channels and company websites.

Efficient logistics is vital to keep Britain trading, directly having an impact on more than seven million people employed in the making, selling, and moving of goods. With Brexit, new technology, and other disruptive forces driving change in the way goods move across borders and through the supply chain, the logistics industry has never been more important to UK economy.

FTA aims to speak to the government on behalf of the whole sector, with members from the road, rail, sea, and air industries, as well as the buyers of freight services such as retailers and manufacturers.

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Sally Gilson, Head of Skills Campaigns at FTA, comments, “With 64% of transport and storage businesses now facing severe skills shortages, it’s imperative that we attract new individuals to the workforce. A career in logistics can offer variety, flexibility, and opportunities for promotion that many young workers find attractive.

That is why we need to ensure that young people are aware of the benefits the sector can afford; these short films will help to communicate this in an accessible and easily sharable format. I hope that all logistics businesses will utilise this free tool.”

Steve Granite, the founder of Think Logistics, claims, “This is an opportunity for companies of all sizes to raise awareness of the sector, and directly benefit from increasing the size of their talent pool for opportunities in their businesses. Having been involved in Think Logistics from the start, I have seen countless examples of the benefits young

people can bring to an organisation; we hope these videos will enable companies to easily demonstrate what opportunities are available, and how the reality of working in logistics is very different from what people may think.

“These films are not the property of Think Logistics. We consider them the property of the sector, as we hope they will support new talent coming through, change perceptions of the profession, and increase the number of people who consider logistics as a career path. I’d like to thank Department for Transport for the funding provided to produce these films, on behalf of the sector.”

For more information online, www.rdr.link/VK003

Revised guidance DVSA’s guidance on how it categorises vehicle defects during roadside checks and vehicle tests has been updated.

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he guide outlines the actions to take when roadworthiness defects are found during vehicle inspections. It aims to promote consistency amongst DVSA and Authorised Constable examiners, but is also useful for vehicle owners, operators, and drivers to promote awareness of DVSA’s standards.

“It aims to promote consistency amongst DVSA and Authorised Constable examiners.”

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measurement at the roadside for single fitment tyres.

Engine malfunction indicator lamp defects and additional notes for emission control system faults.

Extra notes for assessing lighting defects and number plates.

Updates to indirect vision devices.

New defects for modified seatbelts.

The revision record (Appendix A of the manual) has also been updated, which identifies all the changes in this guide.

To view the full document,

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HEALTH & SAFETY

On lockdown

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railerlock is a device that protects the rear doors of semi-trailers, and prevents intruders from breaking into vehicles either while moving, stationary, or during ferry crossings.

Trailerlock fits most semi-trailers, and is ideal for international operators, any vehicles that carry high-value goods, and those that are likely to be left unaccompanied. The lock – which comprises a case, an anchoring bolt, a security nut, a wrench, and a back-up wrench – easily fits over the existing door locking handle, and is bolted to the frame of the trailer.

Manufactured from solid steel, the lock is simple to operate and resistant to mechanical interference. The system does not require additional modifications to the rear doors of semi-trailers, which ensures that the product can be deployed without any further installation costs.

Additionally, for temperature-controlled vehicles, Fridgelock is an adjustable lock which simply and quickly fits across the locking bars. Like Trailerlock, it uses a security nut and comes with a pocket wrench. Once in place, the doors cannot be opened.

In addition to protecting the vehicle itself, Trailerlock protects both driver and

A range of new door locks has been developed to prevent theft and illegal access to trailers, as well as limit the prospect of Border Force penalties, which regularly run into tens of thousands of pounds. haulage company by reducing the possibility of Border Force fines, which can run into many tens of thousands of pounds.

Currently, the fine for ‘civil penalties for clandestine entrants’ stands at £4,000 per illegal entrant, with £2,000 to be paid by the driver, and the other half to be paid by the haulier. If these penalties are not paid, the vehicle can be seized and held until payment is made. If the penalty is not paid at all, the vehicle can be destroyed.

Once a company has been found to be carrying clandestine entrants, its vehicles are more likely to be searched on future

trips, and if clandestine entrants are found in the company’s vehicle again, the fine will be much higher.

Simon Clarke of Smith Bowyer Clarke, specialist road transport lawyers, explains, “We have around ten new cases per week where hauliers are seeking to appeal against the imposition of penalties for clandestine entrants. In some cases, having to pay these penalties would mean the company going out of business. We are well used to dealing with penalties within the range of £20,000 to £40,000; we have just closed a case where a haulier had a £68,000 penalty imposed against him, which we managed to reduce to £20,000 upon appeal.”

Simon continues, “Drivers may be vigilant in checking their vehicles, however, thousands of illegal immigrants hide inside trucks heading for the UK each year. While Border Force accepts that a driver and haulier might have no idea that the illegal immigrants were inside the vehicle, penalties will be imposed despite this. One of the best ways to prevent this is by securing the doors of a trailer with a robust lock that cannot be disarmed.”

Also on the market is a new security lock for the prevention of spare wheel theft. This simple device, which fits over the centre of the spare wheel, also uses a single security nut and a small pocket wrench. The driver keeps the pocket wrench in the cab, and a spare wrench can also be held back at base in case the trailer is hooked-up to another tractor.

For more information online, www.rdr.link/VK005

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SPECIAL REPORT Tevva Motors, the UK-based electric commercial vehicle technology developer, has launched a new initiative that aims to greatly speed up the switch to electric vehicles in the CV sector.

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he electrification of the passenger car market is already well underway, with 10% of new car sales in the UK being an electric or hybrid purchase, according to the latest SMMT statistics. Car OEMs are keen to pin their future on electric vehicles, and recent analysis shows that spending on new technology by the world’s top 20 OEMs hit £70 billion in 2018/2019, up from £55 billion in 2014/2015.

The expected surge in sales of EVs in the next three years is expected to require the UK’s first full-scale gigafactory in order for battery production to meet the demand.

While much news surrounds the electric future of the passenger car, the same revolution is arriving at pace in the commercial vehicle world, bringing many of the same challenges with it.

Range anxiety, trepidation over the cost of switching from traditional diesel, and a wariness of the technology are all slowing EV technology’s progress in commercial vehicles. That’s not to say that electric CV technology doesn’t exist; far from it – Mercedes-Benz is among the most active of OEMs in this market, with versions of its Fuso eCanter 7.5t and 18t eActros trucks already being trialled by customers.

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Amped up Meanwhile, electric trucks are in the pipeline from MAN, Volvo, Renault, DAF and Scania, and, of course, the likes of Tesla and Nikola. However, the timeline, ambition, and economics involved in all of these new products remain somewhat unclear, a fact that is undoubtedly hindering the swift adoption of EV technology within the sector.

A new approach Tevva Motors hopes to change the tide: since 2013, it has quietly been developing and producing patented technology that can be integrated into almost any OEM truck platform and chassis, to provide a full-electric solution. The firm’s core proprietary technologies comprise battery packs with a bespoke battery management system, drive system, and range extender (REX), as well as a state-of-the-art vehicle

control and telematics system, which safely manages the vehicle and enables low running costs by optimising use of the battery and range extender.

Now, Tevva is taking up the cudgels to accelerate the adoption in the CV sector. At the 2019 Freight in the City Expo at Alexandra Palace, Tevva announced its ELECTRIFY advocacy programme, which enables logistics companies to commence the electrification of their fleets from as early as spring 2020.

Companies can lease a 12t medium duty truck fitted with Tevva’s package of EV innovations for a three or six-month period to evaluate the proven safety, reliability, and durability of the tech in a real-world trial environment.

The programme, which will soon have its first cohort of seven customers based between London and Oxford, is designed to expand the levels of awareness and understanding of the technology that is currently available among businesses in the UK and across Europe. The aim is not just to prove that the technology works – Tevva already has vehicles in service carrying its technologies with several companies, including logistics giants like UPS – but rather to demonstrate beyond reasonable doubt that the tech exists to displace diesel today.

David Thackray, Tevva Sales and Marketing Director, said, “When Tevva was founded in 2013, the question that businesses were asking was whether or not electric trucks could displace diesel in the commercial vehicle sector. The question

today is ‘when’ they will displace diesel.

“The electrification of the commercial vehicle sector is now inevitable, and it’s now simply a question of how quickly it will happen. The answer is that it will happen sooner than most people think.

“The big players in the transport industry already see the benefits, opportunities, and potential of technology like ours, but too many businesses in the UK and across Europe still have a relatively low level of awareness. ELECTRIFY will enable a better understanding and increased adoption by proving beyond any possible doubt that logistics electrification technology is ready to displace diesel now.

“This is crucially important for the planet; the climate emergency is shockingly real, and it won’t wait for industry to catch up, which is why we are doing everything we can to move things on with the alacrity required.

“Over the next two years, we expect to be taking orders and deploying around 50 vehicles as part of the ELECTRIFY programme, starting in London and moving quickly to the Netherlands ahead of further

European locations. Through 2020 and 2021, we will be able to generate many case studies that will prove that businesses can save up to 20% on TCO through an environmentally effective solution.”

A novel concept Under the scheme, the co-liveried truck is rented by the customer, running an unlimited mileage deployment with the vehicle over the period of the demonstration, during which Tevva will provide detailed telematics data to show all operational elements such as mileage completed, energy consumed, grid energy used, and range extender fuel consumption versus energy generated.

Tevva will also provide customers with all necessary training for their technicians and drivers in order to ensure safety during the trial, and optimise the benefits of the onboard technologies. With the shared learning and data generated by participation in the ELECTRIFY programme, businesses can not only help prove the real-world performance of the technology to the wider market, but also benefit from the option to retain the vehicle at the end of the trial period. They

also receive priority ordering and build slots for any further vehicles that they wish to purchase.

ELECTRIFY constitutes the first trial of a true medium duty (12-t) EV truck. This is a significant and deliberate move on Tevva’s part, as it focuses solely on the medium duty (7.5t-14t) segment. The reasons for placing all current energies into this sector are simple; as the air quality debate gets ever more heated, and emissions regulations become more stringent, the most impacted are inner cities and urban environments, which are the areas in which the heaviest users of medium duty trucks do the majority of their business.

CEO Robin Mackie said, “There are always lots of exciting stuff going on in other areas, and there is no reason that what we are doing in terms of technology can’t eventually be scaled up and applied to larger trucks in the future. But, for the time being, there is enough opportunity in the medium duty sector for us to be profitable.”

For more information online, www.rdr.link/VK027

SPECIAL REPORT

Keeping track of tyres CVW finds out about CAM, a software provider specialising in tyre-management solutions for fleets.

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AM is a software solutions provider to the independent tyre industry.

Founded in 1983, for the past 36 years the company has developed and expanded the CAM IT ecosystem, which has been designed to meet the constantly evolving requirements of businesses such as workshops, to ensure they have the right tools at their disposal. The company claims to offer an efficient and professional service from start to finish.

A developed approach The aim of the company’s R&D team has been to develop tools which will provide connectivity to multiples areas of a business, while reducing the amount of paperwork involved. If companies use software efficiently, they can benefit from the paperless revolution that has swept through multiple sectors in the last decade.

The software that has been developed for this purpose is CAM’s Fitter-Force. This system can act as a stand-alone, but the information it has can be fed into the wider 20 CVW DECEMBER 2019

systems that are in place within the CV sector.

Fitter-Force capitalises on the use of tablets, which provide operational agility while removing additional costs and inaccuracies associated with the manual completion of work. The system enables CAM to offer a start-to-finish option, so businesses can view their commercial tyre operations on a job-by-job basis. It also incorporates a diary system for effective resources (including mobile fitters), planning for increased efficiency and flexibility, job launch (to the e-jobsheet app), pricing, purchasing, stock control, invoicing and accounting. In

“This system can act as a stand-alone, but the information it has can be fed into the wider systems that are in place within the CV sector.”

addition, the software features full point-ofsale capability and comprehensive views of customer service activities by account.

When it comes to stock management, this is a core strength of CAM’s software, and is something the R&D team has worked tirelessly on so that businesses can ensure that no vehicle is off the road for longer than is necessary. This goal has been achieved by ensuring that any job details are transmitted to and from the e-jobsheet tablet app, and upon task completion by fitters. This transactional data will be systematically updated into the integrated stock, billing, and accounting system.

In addition, when linking into third party systems, there had previously been too much complexity. However, with fewer moving parts, the process has been streamlined, which results in the increased efficiency that businesses are looking for.

For more information about the solutions mentioned in this article, www.rdr.link/VK006

LIGHT COMMERCIAL VEHICLES

Before Ready for lif t-off

í˘ą The position of the new in-ground lift is determined.

First, the position of the new in-ground lift is determined together with the customer.

When the placement has been decided, service technicians measure the corresponding dimensions of the new inground lift, and mark the intended position.

With LCV repairs becoming so prominent, more and more in-ground lifts are installed every day, but have you ever wondered how to handle such an installation? CVW takes a look at the installation process of an in-ground lift at the Deymann dealership in Haren, Germany.

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The concrete floor is then cut using a wet cutting process.

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The concrete base is precisely removed.

Due to the wet cutting process, the concrete base can be precisely removed. As soon as all the concrete slabs have been removed, the excavation work begins.

í˘´ The excavator digs the pit to a depth of approx. 2.70m.

The excavator digs a pit to a depth of approx.

2.70m. If the ground conditions are unstable, a ‘lost casing’ can be used to stabilise the pit.

í˘ľ The cassette is inserted, aligned, and anchored.

After the pit has been dug, the cassette is inserted, aligned, and anchored. This is followed by the positioning the cable duct connection between the cassette and the later operating point.

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The pump unit with the motor is placed in the cassette.

The swivel arm superstructure is mounted onto the cylinders.

After the concrete has hardened, the adjustment rails can be removed, and the lifting unit and pump units can be mounted into the cassette.

The control and motor cables are pulled through the cable duct connection and are connected to the pump unit and the control units. The pump unit is filled with hydraulic fluid and the hydraulic circuit is connected.

The lift can now be used for the first time.

The synchronisation bars are assembled and the swivel arm superstructure is mounted onto the cylinders. Now, a test run follows and the in-ground lift is ready for operation.

The next step is to fill the pit with concrete.

“If the ground conditions are unstable, a ‘lost casing’ can be used to stabilise the pit.�

To find out more about Gemco’s range of lifts for workshops, www.rdr.link/VK007

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LIGHT COMMERCIAL VEHICLES

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Optimal UK is now distributing TRICO wiper blades, another addition to its extensive product range that is inclusive of light commercial vehicles.

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he company has taken on ranges that include Exact Fit, Flex, Neoform and TX. All TRICO wiper blades are specifically-designed and engineered as original equipment (OE) to vehicle manufacturers. With a market share in more than 50 countries, millions of TRICO blades are fitted to vehicles every year.

Heavy duty products delivered to vehicle manufacturers are available to the aftermarket under TRICO TX – a complete range containing 21 references. The TX range offers robust, heavy-duty wiper blades for truck, bus and light commercial vehicle applications, offering quality performance in demanding environments.

Blades are available in lengths of up to 1,000mm, and include all necessary adaptors for the widest vehicle coverage.

TRICO Senior Product and Brand Manager, Sam Robinson said: “We experienced an increasing demand for a mixture of heavy-duty wiper blades, alongside light commercial wipers, as many fleets now contain a variety of vehicles, ranging from small car-derived vans right through to articulated lorries.

Offering one programme that covers the

whole fleet, therefore, simplifies maintenance for fleet operators.

“With a comprehensive catalogue, smart packaging, and more part numbers to come, we also responded to feedback in developing bulk trade packs in busy trade and workshop environments, where retail packaging is not needed. Bulk packs help busy areas stock fast-moving blades in higher volumes, with minimal packaging wastage.”

As part of Optimal UK’s launch of TRICO, the TRICO web catalogue has been integrated into Optimal UK's website. This tool is invaluable, as it finds the correct blades for any vehicle. Once vehicle details have been entered, the catalogue will list the blades available for that particular make and model. It’s possible that there are several options available; this is where various TRICO ranges can be looked at further.

“Whilst conventional blades still remain king on heavy-duty vehicles, LCVs are now being fitted more commonly with beam blades, so we responded to this by introducing these to our commercial programme, as we expect demand for these to rise significantly within the sector.”

For more information online, www.rdr.link/VK008

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LIGHT COMMERCIAL VEHICLES

Connec ting the dots Joshua Jones, a Devon-based Garage Manager, explains how he approached a particularly puzzling diagnostics case, involving a 2005 VW Transporter T5 1.9.

T “Mistakes could have easily been made if the 0.3V output had been taken at face value.”

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he VW Transporter came in with the fairly simple complaint of an inoperative fuel gauge, but checking the instrument panel functions turned out to be quite interesting. I was advised by the driver that the fuel level readout could sometimes be accurate, but most of the time the needle would either sit close to the top or at the very bottom of the gauge.

Luckily, when I got hold of the van the gauge was showing empty despite the tank being filled recently, so I had a current symptom to follow. I began proceedings with my scan tool and checked the instrument cluster for DTCs, of which none were stored. A function self-test was available for the complete cluster so I initiated this, during which I was shown that the fuel level gauge was capable of physically operating.

The wiring diagram for the system showed that the instrument pack carried the reference voltage to the level sensor. It also showed that the ground path returned back to the clocks, this ground being shared with several other warning functions, including the park brake warning lamp.

This made it quite easy to confirm that this ground path was fine in terms of the instrument panel, at least.

I wanted to confirm which end of the vehicle the problem lay at, as the pump module had no access panel. I did not want to remove the tank if I didn’t have to, especially with a fresh splash of fuel on board. Although the function test had confirmed that the gauge could operate on demand, this did not confirm that the reference signal from the clocks was intact. I removed the instrument panel to confirm

that all was as it should be.

The wiring diagram detailed the pin designations for the ref output and return, which were very easy to access. When using a DVOM to check the output voltage, I initially thought that I had isolated the issue. With key on, I observed a steady 0.3V at the terminal with the circuit intact. I wrongly assumed that the ref voltage would be a solid output as opposed to a PWM, so I thought I was looking at a lack of ref output from the clocks, as long as it wasn’t being pulled low by a short circuit, of course.

I was glad that I double checked using my scope: Fig. 1 shows a good ref signal from the clocks. The DVOM shows 0.3V, as it is around the average value of the modulated signal. If I had not observed the waveform, I would have wrongly identified the clocks as the issue. Another piece of information that I took from the scope pattern is that the peak output of the signal sits at exactly 5V, meaning that the circuit from that recorded point must be open at some point, as the peak output would be

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altered by the operational sender unit.

I gained access to the tank module harness at the floor of the van quite easily. I was able to check the integrity of the ref signal and the return ground (still the same colours at this point) to confirm all was well inside the vehicle. This meant that tank removal was necessary, because I now knew this is where the fault lay. The fault was

visually identifiable upon the tank being lowered, with the female pin splay occurring at the pump unit multiplug. This was an easy repair, but mistakes could have easily been made if the 0.3V output had been taken at face value.

For more information online, www.rdr.link/VK009

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LIGHT COMMERCIAL VEHICLES

A recent report from the Air Quality Expert Group claims that “pollution from tyre wear and brake dust contribute to half of particle pollution from road transport.” Amidst an ageing LCV market, Juratek outlines the measures it’s taking to reduce the emission of harmful particles from its range of brake pads and discs.

EMISSION control

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t is self-evident that the action of two surfaces rubbing together, like brake pads on brake discs or tyres on the road, will cause wear to both surfaces. In the case of brakes, about half of this debris is expelled into the air, with some being dispersed to the roadside and the rest sticking to the wheels of the car and vehicle body, usually in close proximity to the cars wheels.

As a result of this, the US states of California and Washington have imposed regulations to reduce copper and other heavy metals from being present in braking products. The first level of the legislation began in 2014 in California; all brake manufacturers and importers were required to self-certify that their brake pads contained no more than 0.1% by weight of asbestos, cadmium, chromium, lead, and/or mercury.

On January 1st 2021 the second phase of the legislation will go into effect. This will require brake manufacturers and importers

to self-certify that their brake pads contain no more than 5% by weight of copper. By 2025, this must be less than 0.5%.

Of course, this legislation does not apply in Europe; however, the principles behind the restrictions are to everyone’s benefit.

Like others in industry, Juratek has been rightly concerned about the health hazards that might be posed by this brake wear debris. For some years now, our range of brake pads has been fully environmentally friendly, with all pad materials being free from heavy metals and copper.

This presented our product development team with a significant challenge; to ensure that the products still

had high standards of performance and freedom from noise and judder, whilst also retaining reasonable pad and disc life. In summary, the aim was to ensure that Juratek pads provide premium service performance, without costing the earth.

Naturally, governments are looking to go further than just restricting the use of some of the more problematic ingredients of brake pads. Wear debris is a mixture of both pad and disc debris, and ranges in particle size from > 100 µm to approx. 0.1 µm, with some of it falling in the critical respirable range of 10 to 1µm.

Further reducing particle emissions will require a much broader approach across a number of fronts, so we are looking to see special hard coatings being applied to the surface of brake discs, in order to reduce their wear rates. An alternative is the use of carbonceramic discs, which also offer reduced wear, but at a significantly higher cost.

The automotive industry is also exploring the development of partially enclosing brakes, as well as the idea of fitting them with filters in order to capture the bulk of particulate emissions. It is likely that the final solution to this issue will be a combination of measures.

To find out more about Juratek’s range of brake pads and discs, www.rdr.link/VK010

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FUELS, LUBRICANTS & ADDITIVES

Case study: Complaint against a 5W30 engine oil CVW speaks with Andrew Goddard, Chairman of Verification of Lubricant Specifications (VLS), to find out how the organisation investigates claims against lubricant products and how it helps to maintain standards within the industry.

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ince its establishment in 2013, VLS has investigated over 60 product complaints relating to commercial and passenger vehicle oils, automotive gear oils, and transmission and hydraulic fluids.

Each case follows a strict, anonymous review process. The following case is an example of how product complaints are handled by VLS. In November 2018, VLS received a complaint about a particular oil on the market, regarding the number of conflicting marketing claims made on the product which, regarded together, were not technically feasible.

These conflicting claims concerned industry standards such as the ACEA engine oil sequences, as well as various OEM specifications from different manufacturers.

The technical information also contained errors, as did the promotional material, and claims were also made regarding obsolete industry standards.

Once it was received, the independent Technical Review Panel assessed the anonymised complaint, where details relating to the company, brand, and specific product name, were withheld from them.

The panel decided that based on the

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technical evidence alone, the product was making claims which were not feasible, including making references to the aforementioned obsolete standards.

The VLS Secretariat began a dialogue with the company marketing the product, who VLS referred to as the anonymised ‘Named Party’, informing them of the complaint, and the Technical Review Panel’s decision.

“VLS’s objective is to work with named parties to resolve product complaints, and ensure that products being sold are fit for purpose.”

VLS’s objective is to work with named parties to resolve product complaints, and ensure that products being sold are fit for purpose. In this case, VLS worked with the ‘Named Party’ to resolve the conflicting claims, remove reference to obsolete claims, and present the product’s technical information in a compliant manner.

In working with the Named Party, VLS followed its marketing claims procedure,

and asked for a copy of the Candidate Data Pack (CDP) for the formula employed by the product, which would validate any claims being made. The CDP provides detailed information regarding the formulation of a product, and how claims made by the lubricant marketer have been reached, either through testing or formal approval.

Despite repeated requests over a period of months, the Candidate Data Pack was not provided by the Named Party in this case. This put them in breach of the ATIEL Code of Practice, which defines the requirement parameters for marketers of engine oils making claims against the ACEA sequences.

VLS could not independently verify or validate that any of the claims made for the product had been supported by the technology provider, either through appropriate and rigorous testing or from formal approvals being granted by the relevant OEMs. VLS therefore had to conclude that no evidence had been provided that the product was capable of meeting all or any of the claims made for it.

For more information on VLS, www.rdr.link/VK011

FUELS, LUBRICANTS & ADDITIVES

R ACE to the finish

Following a successful season which secured him second place in the British Truck Racing Association (BTRA) Class 1 Championship, Morris Lubricants-backed truck racer Dave Jenkins is already raring to go for next year, hoping that the momentum of a successful season will carry him into first place for 2020.

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he truck racing season saw 32 races spread over eight weekends, with famous British circuits such as Brands Hatch and Thruxton being joined

by Germany’s Nürburgring. Throughout the season, Dave was in the title fight, taking multiple wins, pole positions, and fastest laps in his Morris-backed Team Digraph MAN TGX 12000.

Out of the box “We got off to a brilliant start; pole positions, fastest laps, in the first two weekends. We were on the hunt for the championship title at the beginning of the season,” says Dave.

“We lacked a bit of momentum in the middle part. Both Nürburgring and Donnington were not great rounds for us in terms of scoring points. Then we went to Snetterton and had a brilliant weekend with wins and fastest laps, and at the three-quarter stage we were within 12 points of the lead again.”

However, in a championship where consistency is critical, and with just a onepoint gap between finishing positions, a late-season race retirement dashed all chances of a first-place finish.

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“At the penultimate event in Pembury, we got tangled up with another driver. It was a racing incident, but a piece of bodywork came up underneath the truck, and sheared a front brake supply off. Two corners later, I had no front brakes.

“Thankfully it didn’t result in a catastrophic crash, but it did mean that I recorded a DNF in that race. That left us trailing the championship by thirty points, with only one race weekend left. That was the turning point of the season, and meant that I went into the Brands Hatch event looking to consolidate second place in the championship. We couldn’t give up though; in case [eventual champion] Ryan Smith encountered any issues.”

Three podiums from the final four races at Brands Hatch were not enough to overturn the point deficit, however.

“We were at least able to show that had we not had the DNF, the end-of-season result might have been different, and at least we were still in the fight. Nevertheless, it was the point loss that cost us,” Dave says.

“So, it was a strong beginning, and a good end, but ultimately just not enough to take the title.”

Pole position In a season so closely contested, it was the first turns of ‘Wheel in Anger’ in April and May that Dave picks out as his best performance.

“The pole positions at Brands Hatch and Pembury at the start of the season were the highlight for me,” he reminisces. “When you qualify on pole position and start the first race of the weekend on the front row of the gird, it sets you off on the right foot.

“To come out from the winter and go straight to Brands Hatch with no testing and get pole position on the first run out was a perfect feeling at the start of the year.”

Learning curve While a second-place title may be slightly disappointing for a former champion, 2019 adds another year of experience to Dave’s CV. Both he and the team are hoping to maintain the momentum gained from the positive finale into next season.

“We have some technical changes planned for the truck, and hope to do some testing over the winter. We will come right back out fighting,” he adds. “We go racing because we enjoy it. In a strange kind of way it is relaxing, and gets us away from normal work. But, you also want to do well; when you’ve been close to the top for as often as we have, and when you’ve won the

championship previously, anything less than that can be a bit of a disappointment, and pushes us to do better.”

Dave also used this year to adapt to a new role, becoming less ‘hands-on’ with his truck and concentrating mainly on the driving.

“I’m getting older; I’ve got family commitments as well as additional work pressure, and it’s harder work than it used to be,” he says.

“But I’m supported by a very able and very willing team, which has allowed me to step back a bit from the engineering side of things this year and concentrate on the driving, although I still have been involved in the mechanics at some point this year!”

Coming back strong Dave has been backed all season by Morris Lubricants, a relationship that has seen him become a brand ambassador for the Shrewsbury-based company, promoting its range of heavy-duty oils, fluids and lubricants, as well as getting involved with fellow ambassador Guy Martin on some projects. “Morris has been brilliant this year.

We’ve had great interactions from them as well as their guests. We’ve always been proud to represent Morris Lubricants. Long may it continue.” he concludes.

For more information online, www.rdr.link/VK012

FUELS, LUBRICANTS & ADDITIVES

Most businesses in the country have had to reevaluate their environmental footprint in recent years – and transport businesses are often directly in the spotlight. Here, FUCHS describes how it is making strides to be a sustainable lubricant company.

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uying sustainable products and partnering with companies with environmental credentials should be of utmost importance. Lubricant specialist FUCHS has taken huge strides in this in recent years, and is now weeks away from being completely carbon neutral.

“There has been a real shift in opinion when it comes to the environment in the last decade,” says Andy Brown, UK Automotive Technical Manager at FUCHS. “As a business, we are proud of the huge leaps we have made.”

Last month, FUCHS, which has its UK headquarters in Stoke-on-Trent, announced it will be globally carbon neutral by 1st January 2020, from energy consumption in production, to consumables in administration.

In order to implement carbon neutrality, FUCHS will offset its carbon dioxide emissions, which have not yet been avoided, with compensation measures.

This will be achieved by the company investing in high quality climate protection projects that are primarily aimed at promoting renewable energies. The projects are accredited, approved, and monitored according to internationally recognised certifications, such as the Gold Standard, as well as by renowned organizations such as the United Nations.

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The validation of the project results with regards to the emissions reduction is achieved is verified by independent testing bodies such as TÜV. Stefan Fuchs, Chairman of the Executive Board of FUCHS PETROLUB SE, comments, “FUCHS’ carbon neutrality plan is embedded in our sustainability strategy, which we launched ten years ago.

“In this way, we are taking responsibility for global climate protection, and are making

an important contribution to achieving the goals of the UN climate protection agreement, which was ratified in Paris in 2015.”

This agreement aims to limit global warming to well below 2˚C, compared with pre-industrial levels. Stefan added, "When selecting projects, our focus is on climate protection schemes that support economic, ecological, and social development worldwide, in regions with FUCHS locations.

“In this way, we fulfil our global social responsibility in the sense of corporate citizenship. At the same time, FUCHS also supports the 17 sustainable development goals of the UN, which the company officially committed itself to in 2018.”

FUCHS’ commitment to environmental sustainability has already been demonstrated in the UK in a number of ways. The company led the charge with the launch of its Lube Cube, which gives customers the option of buying its leading products in a recyclable cardboard box, rather than a plastic container. The change has resulted in an incredible saving of more than 660,000kg of plastic since the Lube Cube launch in 2012.

Many of FUCHS’ leading CV products are available in 20 and 5L Lube Cube formats, and as well as being entirely recyclable, there are other significant benefits for workshops: FUCHS claims that approximately 14% more oil can be stored on a pallet of Lube Cubes compared to ©beysim/AdobeStock

plastic containers.

Furthermore, the storage benefits are even greater when the oil has run out; rather than having empty plastic containers lying around waiting to be collected, the Lube Cube can be hand-crushed to next to nothing and disposed of in the normal licensed recycling waste. There are also significant savings to be made: it costs around £2.50 to properly dispose of a single 20L plastic container, which is almost completely eradicated with the Lube Cube.

In addition, more than 2,000 solar panels have been installed at FUCHS’ base in Hanley. The panels now produce 12% of the required energy for the entire plant. FUCHS has also played a key role in securing a multi-million pound award from the government, as part of a consortium working to create a new lightweight electric drive unit.

To find out more about FUCHS’ range of www.rdr.link/VK013 lubricants,

FUELS, LUBRICANTS & ADDITIVES

A straight FLUSH

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dditives are certainly not miracle workers; they can’t halve fuel consumption or make an engine ten years younger. However, additives are useful chemical tools that – rather like mechanical tools – are suitable for some purposes and less so for others. When used correctly, additives can help to reduce operating costs and avoid unexpected breakdowns within a fleet.

One example of this is Liqui Moly’s Super Diesel Additive, which can be beneficial for engines in several ways.

Firstly, it cleans the injection system: it removes deposits on the sensitive injectors and prevents new ones from forming. The fuel is then finely atomised again, and burns particularly efficiently. Secondly, it lubricates the injectors, thereby increasing their service life. Thirdly, it increases the cetan number; this improves the ignition properties of the fuel so that the engine runs more quietly and economically. Finally, it protects the entire fuel system from corrosion.

But what does this mean in practice?

Dirk Sauer runs a shipping agency in Germany. His trucks already run on Liqui Moly engine oil, so he wanted to try the Super Diesel Additive. For this purpose, he chose the stationary Volvo truck engines that power his block-type thermal power

Additives begin as an additional cost, but all in all, fleet operators can save a lot of money by using chemical tools.

Liqui Moly outlines some of the benefits of using additives. station. These engines sometimes run for 24 hours at a stretch at maximum load.

“We were able to reduce consumption from 75L to 72L per hour,” says Dirk. “This alone saves us about 2160L of fuel per month. It’s good for our budget and good for the environment, too.”

The second effect in terms of savings are the reduction in maintenance costs and downtime. “Previously, we had to replace the expensive injectors every year, due to the high loads”, says Dirk. “Since we started using Liqui Moly, we’ve had no damage or malfunction in the injectors at all.”

For fleet operators, Super Diesel Additives are also available in large containers – including drums of up to 205L– and are also available in the form of a concentrate. This reduces costs per litre, and means that you can also use the additive at your own filling station. This eliminates the need for cumbersome handling of the cans when refuelling, and ensures that every vehicle really does benefit from the advantages the additive has to offer.

Another example of a useful chemical tool from Liqui Moly is Engine Flush. This is added to the existing oil shortly before the oil change, while the engine is running at idling speed for around 10 to 15 minutes.

During this time, the active ingredients dissolve deposits and contamination in the oil circuit, allowing them to be drained out with the oil. The fresh oil enters a clean engine, and can then achieve maximum performance. This prevents wear as well as engine issues that can develop over time.

Such treatment is particularly recommended for vehicles with a high mileage or problematic fuel quality.

The downside of increasingly efficient engines is the fact that they are more sensitive to contamination. Even minor impairments can have a major impact, which is why engine cleanliness is so important nowadays, and why additives are the best choice.

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Maximising capacity TotalKare claims to have seen strong initial demand for its new G8AC wash bay mobile column lift, the first product of its kind to be introduced into the bus and coach, haulage, and specialist vehicle markets.

It hopes that the introduction of the lift to its portfolio will bring many years of troublefree use in outdoor and wash bay conditions.

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he product can be configured as a set of four, six, or eight 7,500kg lifts to suit a wide range of requirements. It also comes with adjustable forks to accommodate the lifting of various wheel diameters, and has been hot galvanised with sealed bearings to provide long-term protection from water ingress.

David Hall, Managing Director of TotalKare, comments, “We knew there was going be a lot of curiosity around our mobile brake testers at the CV Show earlier this year, and we also received significant interest in the wash bay mobile lifts.

“There have been lots of detailed discussions since the launch, and these have evolved into site visits, and then sales, which surpassed our initial expectations. I think that the interest reflects the growing need for workshops to be more flexible and maximise the last bit of capacity, whether that is inside or outside.”

He continues, “We have to meet these requirements with our product mix, and I believe our latest investment in bringing the G8AC wash bay column lifts to market shows that we are more than up for the challenge.”

The G8AC mobile column lifts require no installation or ground preparation work before use, and can also be used indoors.

TotalKare hopes that these features make the G8AC a complete lifting solution, along with its manoeuvrability, which makes it an ideal alternative to the fixed four-post lift.

Renault Trucks chooses TotalKare for new workshop One company that has already invested in the G8AC wash bay mobile column lift is RH Commercials, the introduction occurring as part of major investment in its new Nottingham workshop. The awardwinning Renault Trucks dealer, which has four sites in the East Midlands, has selected

“We need reliability so that we can ensure that we continue to meet our customer workload demands and prevent downtime.”

TotalKare to provide a full suite of mobile vehicle lifts to support its repair and maintenance services. In addition to the G8AC, the company has purchased three sets of cable-free T8DC mobile column lifts, as well as accompanying trailer beam and support stands.

Both systems are able to lift up to 7,500kg per column, while the adjustable forks enable the safe and efficient lifting of vehicles with a range of wheel diameters.

All four sets of lifts will also be supported by a TotalKare ‘AfterKare’ service package,’ which includes two service visits a year, and reports thorough examination.

“We chose TotalKare because we think it’s the market leader in this field,” explains Stephen Astill, Group Aftermarket Manager for RHCV. “We need reliability so that we can ensure that we continue to meet our customer workload demands and prevent downtime.

Moving into our new premises, we wanted a mixture of lifts and conventional pits, and, working closely with TotalKare, we came to a solution that is delivering more efficient results and reduced downtime.”

He continued, “I believe we have chosen the right brand and product application for reliability and value for money.”

Adam Bowser, Area Sales Manager for TotalKare, adds, “Unlike other lifts on the market that are supplied with covers, the G8AC has been expertly designed to ensure many years of trouble-free use in outdoor and wash bay conditions - at a fraction of the cost of a fixed lift.

“By introducing the G8AC and T8DC mobile column lifts, RH Commercial Vehicles’ new workshop will benefit from a truly flexible combination of vehicle lifting solutions, supported by TotalKare’s comprehensive service offering.”

For more information about TotalKare’s range of workshop solutions, www.rdr.link/VK015

VEHICLE & WORKSHOP CLEANING

Vehicle cleaning: Avoiding expensive mistakes Nilfisk, manufacturer of commercial and industrial cleaning equipment, gives us its top tips for cleaning vehicles while avoiding damage.

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ith rising insurance costs and ever greater social media exposure from dissatisfied customers, it is critical to reduce potential damage to vehicles during the cleaning process. Mistakes, be they mechanical or human error, can be very expensive.

Pre-wash and pre-spray It is critical that as much dirt as possible is removed before any hands are placed on the vehicle. Any particles dragged along the surface of the vehicle will damage the paint work. A pressure washer is ideal for this, but be careful not to stand too close – a minimum distance of 30cm is ideal. It is good practice to point the water hose to the floor, stabilising the force of the flow before contact is made. Pre-spraying with a detergent liquid or foam is recommended, but never use a pressure washer on paintwork that is flaking or rusty.

Understand your attachments Using the right attachment can help to lift dirt. A soft, long bristled brush is ideal for the bodywork, whilst a rotary brush will assist in getting into awkward areas like front grills, bumpers and wheels. A detergent nozzle will allow you to spray your vehicle with a mixture of water and mild pressure washer detergent. This is particularly good at cutting through grime and oily stains.

A wand extension will help you reach over the roof of high vehicles, accessing the bits that often get missed by a sponge.

Never use a ‘turbo’ or unrestricted nozzle on your pressure washer, as irreversible damage can occur to paintwork and rubber seals.

Avoid the engine block Never point the pressure washer into the engine block or any other working components, including the vehicle aerial.

Many experts agree that a well maintained engine block encourages technicians to take more care when servicing, but don’t clean it with a pressure washer!

Wheels and hubcaps Alloy wheels and hubcaps are the biggest collector of grit, dust and oil from road surfaces. Begin as you would with the bodywork by using the main nozzle of the

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pressure washer to remove loose debris and immediate dirt. Then use the detergent nozzle to break down oil residue and then the rotary brush to lift the difficult stains and get into awkward corners. Rinse thoroughly with plain water to remove all excess detergent, but avoid aiming the pressure washer at the tyres to avoid damage to tread or the tyre wall.

Hot or cold?

Most of the time cold water delivered at pressure will do the job, but if oil or grease are present hot water will be much faster and cost effective. Independent tests have proven that cleaning time, and the associated labour cost, can be significantly reduced if hot water is used. Whole life running costs, including purchase price, labour, water, fuel and service elements can be reduced by 26% compared to cold water only. Whether hot or cold, the option for instant detergent cleaning should only be a button push away.

When selecting hot pressure washers

look for models with eco-friendly boilers, as power consumption will be significantly lower. The Nilfisk MH range provide up to 210 bars of pressure at 90 degrees and heat the water with EcoPower boilers recognised and approved by EUnited. An EcoMode function allows cleaning at 60 degrees with further fuel savings and excellent results.

Manoeuvrability Additionally, when choosing a pressure washer, pay attention to the machine’s centre of gravity, as it will affect how easy the unit is to pull or push, especially on uneven surfaces. Manoeuvrability is critical within a busy, time pressured facility. The Nilfisk MH range features a four-wheel design which is very easy to tip and steer from left to right, with transport being aided by a handy footplate at the rear.

For more information about the equipment mentioned in this article, www.rdr.link/VK016

“When choosing a pressure washer, pay attention to the machine’s centre of gravity.”

VEHICLE & WORKSHOP CLEANING

FIRST CYMRU

SK Y-HIGH

Commercial vehicles are the face of a company when out on the road, so it’s vital that they look in the best possible condition. Stertil Koni has developed the Skylift range to aid in the cleaning process, and to ensure that companies put their best foot forward. Two such companies, Yuill & Dodds, and First Cymru, explain their experiences with the Skylift range.

YUILL & DODDS One of Scotland’s leading transport solutions specialists, Yuill & Dodds, commissioned a Stertil Koni Skylift to support upgraded vehicle washing facilities at its site in Hamilton.

The Skylift 350 provides a safe lifting capacity of 35 tonnes, and Stertil Koni claims that it is the ultimate heavy-duty lift in terms of efficiency, versatility and safety.

Installed within Yuill & Dodds’ outdoor wash bay, the Skylift allows for unobstructed access to the underside of vehicles during regular vehicle body and chassis cleaning operations. To aid the cleaning process, the Skylift is constructed from galvanised steel for maximum strength, and resistance to water and degreasing solutions.

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synchronisation between its four lifting points. Featuring a 14.5m platform to accommodate extra-long vehicles and trailers, the Skylift 350 was easily installed, its narrow width ensuring maximum utilisation of the available space.

As with all Stertil and Koni products, safety is paramount; the Skylift has an independent mechanical locking system that is always active, from when the lift is at its lowest level, to when it reaches maximum height.

Yuill & Dodds Managing Director, Brian Yuill, is very pleased with the performance of the Sklift 350 within the company’s upgraded wash bay. He says, “Our vehicles operate in some of the most demanding environments, including construction and landfill sites. They need to be tough enough to take whatever the job throws at them.

The same is true of the Skylift, which is rugged and reliable.”

When deciding upon a wash bay lift to replace an ageing model at its Port Talbot depot, First Cymru had no hesitation in opting for a latest generation lift from Stertil Koni. Their original lift, also from Stertil Koni, had worked so reliably for many years in a demanding application, that they commissioned the company to supply a new model from its Skylift range.

First Cymru operates approximately 200 bus services in the South Wales area, utilising a mixed fleet of single and double deck vehicles.

The Skylift 200 provides a safe lifting capacity of 20 tonnes and is the ultimate heavy-duty lift in terms of efficiency, versatility and safety. Similarly to the Skylift 350, the Skylift 200 ensures unobstructed access to the underside of vehicles during regular vehicle body and chassis cleaning operations. Stertil Koni also installed the lift complete with extra-long run-ups to enable trouble-free movement of low-floor buses.

“The new Skylift 200 replaced our existing Stertil Koni wash bay lift which served us well for many years,” says Keith Davies, Area Engineering Manager in East Wales for First Cymru.

“In fact, we have a number of Stertil Koni lifts in our workshop and we know them to be hardworking and reliable. Now, with the installation of the new wash bay lift, the 92 vehicles operating from our depot are not only perfectly prepared for MOT testing and inspections, but also continue to look smart out on the road.”

For more information online, www.rdr.link/VK017

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5 TOILETRY BAGS Haldex

Whether you’re a driver on the go or planning for a trip, Haldex has CVW readers covered, ready to give away Reisenthel toiletry bags to five lucky winners.

The Reisenthel toiletry bag is a must-have for your travels; this high quality, practical bag is composed of a main compartment, four extra pockets, and two zippered pockets, as well as a velcro-fastened mirror and a hook.

Haldex develops and provides reliable and innovative solutions that improve safety, vehicle dynamics, and environmental sustainability in the global commercial vehicle industry.

6 MAGFLEX UTILITY LAMPS Ring Winter is here, and with it comes the dark – why not light the way with a MAGflex Utility Lamp from Ring? Ring is offering six lucky CVW readers the chance to win this lamp, which uses LED technology to provide up to 1,000 lumens of bright white light.

With 180˚ ratcheting and strong magnetic base, the MAGflex Utility Lamp is ideal for hands-free use, and the 360˚ twist function directs light exactly where required. Dual hanging hooks make it all the more versatile.

With an extensive range on offer, and each product bringing its own key benefits, Ring aims to provide workshops technicians with a light for every job.

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5 BUMP CAPS Doctor Air Brake

Doctor Air Brake is giving away five of its bump caps to CVW readers this month – look forward to the summer months with these hats, which are perfect for both work and play under the sun.

Doctor Air Brake aims to never stop innovating, striving to offer powerful but simple to use cutting edge equipment for trucks and trailers. Trusted by mechanics and fleet owners all over the world for saving valuable time and money, Doctor Air Brake strives for quality across the board.

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show dedicated to the specific needs of garages in the UK – is the perfect way to ensure that you are up to speed.

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WHAT’S NEW?

GITI TIRE TYRES Giti Tire has added a number of patterns to its independently accredited three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) range for the 2019/20 winter season, bringing the total number of options to 23. Covering combi-road, long haul, regional, mixed service, urban, and winter applications across all axle positions, the introductions have been planned in accordance with increased European legislation that requires truck and bus operators to use tyres carrying the 3PMSF symbol. To achieve certification, manufacturers must follow European regulation ECE117-02, which states that the tyre must perform at least 25% better in the regulated snow acceleration test than a reference tyre.

As an independent test with controlled guidelines, the 3PMSF symbol carries more proof of performance than the traditional M+S (mud and snow) marking, which designates winter use but can be placed on sidewalls despite there being no official test procedure. www.rdr.link/VK020

KAMASA SCREWDRIVERS

JAAMA ONLINE PLATFORM Jaama, fleet and asset management software solution provider, has launched its new Maintenance Exchange platform.

The platform focusses on the exchange of information between fleet management companies, maintenance providers, and end-user fleets. The ‘end-to-end’ system allows for seamless booking, authorisation, invoicing, and auditing of vehicle maintenance work.

The new platform connects fleet management companies or end-user fleets to maintenance suppliers, significantly reducing the administrative burden of manual processes.

Critically, for commercial vehicle enduser fleets, Maintenance Exchange also enables them to collect information for the DVSA Earned Recognition Scheme, which monitors fleet compliance data. The incentive for fleets to use the scheme is to reduce the number of vehicle roadside stops and checks by enforcement officers. www.rdr.link/VK019

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A useful and versatile new screwdriver has just been released by Kamasa Tools (part number 56137). It is a smooth ratchet screwdriver, but if you grip the ratchet gearbox and twist the handle, it turns at four times the speed. Great for repetitive work, the ergonomically designed handle makes for easy and positive tightening.

The 22-piece set includes a generous selection of bits, all supplied in two 10piece bit holders: ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■

Three Phillips bits: Ph1, Ph2 and Ph3 Two flat bits: 6, 7mm Four PzDrive bits: Pz1, 2 x Pz2 and a Pz3 Five hex bits: 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6mm Four Star bits: T10, T15, T20 and T25 Three spline bits: M4, M5 and M6 www.rdr.link/VK021

CONTINENTAL VDO DOWNLOADING TOOL Continental, under the VDO brand, has launched the latest smart tachograph downloading tool, The VDO Smart Terminal, to download data from smart tachographs and generation two Driver Cards. VDO have an existing range of downloading tools that integrate with the VDO TIS-Web downloading analysis and archiving software, which the devices can integrate with. Now, Continental has added to the range with a product that works with Smart Tachographs.

The VDO Smart Terminal is a modern downloading tool that is Smart Tachograph ready, modern in design, and works via Wi-Fi connectivity. It offers secure data downloading in an easy to use format. www.rdr.link/VK022

SNICKERS WORKWEAR Snickers says these ALLroundWork Jackets and Gilets are just what the name suggests, delivering a great all-round performance with a Ripstop water-resistant outer fabric, and a coated inner fabric for extra durability. They’re also wind-resistant. Despite being designed for optimal comfort and flexibility when on the move, the garments are still ideal for cold and windy weather. There’s also a range of base-layer and mid-layer garments, as well as accessories like gloves, hats, face warmers, and beanies, to ensure that every part of you stays dry and warm. www.rdr.link/VK024

GYS BATTERY BOOSTER PACKS The STARTPACK PRO 12.24 XL is a booster pack specifically designed for heavy duty commercial use. This unit is equipped with a protection system, making it the most advanced booster pack of its type on the market.

Fitted with two 50Ah Exide Spiral AGM internal batteries that can be used in any position, the STARTPACK PRO 12.24 XL will deliver a very high starting current – up to 8,500A peak. It is suitable for use on vehicles with AGM, EFB, gel, and liquid batteries. Completely automated, it will only supply power when the vehicle ignition is turned on, enabling one-man operation. It is shock resistant and can be used in adverse weather, the heavy duty wheels and handle assist being useful when used in demanding locations. www.rdr.link/VK023

BRIGADE RADAR Brigade Electronics have added two new products to its radar obstacle detection range – the IP69K Programmable Backsense Object Detection System, and the Backsense On-Screen Display Kit (OSD). Brigade Electronics’ radar obstacle detection systems work to minimise damage and prevent injuries caused by collisions, by informing the driver of the distance between vehicles and obstacles, whether moving or stationary.

Featuring a new water and dustproof warning display, the IP69K Programmable Backsense Object Detection System is suitable for all conditions and terrains, and is ideal for vehicles and plant machinery manoeuvring at low speeds, both on and off-road. The display and sensor are completely dust-tight, and are protected against damage from close range, powerful, and high temperature water jets.

Both provide excellent resistance to moisture, dust, sand, vibration, mud, and all weather conditions. www.rdr.link/VK025

CERTAS ENERGY FLEET MANAGEMENT SYSTEM Certas Energy has launched FuelTrace, an integrated fleet management system that delivers total fleet visibility to transport operators. By combining driver performance scores, accurate MPG measurements, fuel card data, and journey history, FuelTrace helps fleet managers reduce costs, improve driver safety, and reduce the volume of admin tasks.

FuelTrace draws on data from telematics, GPS technology, and on-board diagnostics to automatically provide fleet managers with a range of reports and metrics via a browser-based dashboard and mobile app. The system integrates with fuel card data to offer fleet managers a complete picture of fuel expenditure and accurate MPG measurements. Any suspected fuel card misuse triggers a realtime SMS or email alert to limit potential financial losses from fraud or theft.

In addition, FuelTrace tracks a number of driver performance indicators, including idling, harsh braking or cornering, and speeding, to help fleet managers improve fuel economy. www.rdr.link/VK026

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Morris Lubricants .................................................. (page 19)

Castrol UK Ltd ...................................................... (page 10)

Optimal Distribution UK Ltd .................................... (page 9)

Dana Investment .................................................... (page 27)

Premier Pits Ltd ...................................................... (page 33)

Drakefield .............................................................. (page 36)

Robert Bosch Ltd .................................................. (page 29)

Draper Tools Limited .............................................. (page 15)

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Gemco Equipment ........................................................ (obc)

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Hickley Ltd ............................................................ (page 35)

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