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Industry News The latest developments in the commercial road transport industry.
28 Economy The National Australia Bank has shared its latest economic commentary on Q1 Gross Domestic Product for 2019. 30 Trailer Builder At the recent Brisbane Truck Show, the Drake Group wowed visitors with a mammoth display of stacked trailers that showcased the manufacturer’s workmanship and attention to detail.
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36 Refrigerated Transport Equipment Far from cooling down, the highly competitive refrigerated trailer market is heating up. Trailer Magazine takes a look at the leading manufacturers contending in the sector. 42 Cranes After over a decade in mining, Craig Okely was looking for a career change that would keep him closer to home. The purchase of a Palfinger crane sparked the start of his new journey.
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44 Paint and Coatings The latest paint and coating systems that make trailers and rigid-bodied vehicles shine. 52 Trailer Building Materials/Components The latest developments and innovations in trailer building equipment and components. 58 Industry Leaders Trailer Magazine sat down with Coralie Chapman of Linfox to learn more about her journey in Australia’s commercial road transport industry.
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60 Industry Icon For more than four decades Graeme Elphinstone has been coming up with innovative and forward-thinking solutions in log trailer design and manufacture. His ongoing goal is to keep improving efficiencies in the highly competitive transport realm for the benefit of the industry and the country. 62 Fleet of the Month Emerald Carrying Co. on its partnership with Michelin to realise payload, safety and fuel efficiency gains.
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To be frank The Australian Road Transport Suppliers Association (ARTSA) and the National Bulk Tanker Association (NBTA) have debriefed on their Brisbane Truck Show meeting, which covered a range of industry talking points including Performance-Based Standards and the National Heavy Vehicle Law (NHVL) review. The meeting was held 16 May at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre and drew a crowd of 100 attendees. Dr Peter Hart of ARTSA facilitated a discussion between National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) CEO, Sal Petroccitto, NBTA Chairman, Justin Keast and ARTSA Chair, Martin Toomey, on big issues and where the industry can help the Regulator. The panel agreed PBS is productive, better and safer, and that it is a ‘must deliver’ outcome for industry and the community. They felt there is a future opportunity for PBS to move more towards prescription. One immediate issue to be tackled is to ensure that PBS vehicles can continue to be used beyond the initial PBS approved application. The audience asked the panel: how to further capitalise on one in five new vehicles that are PBS vehicles? Also, how can industry simplify access and
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descriptions of type classes and what these combinations can do? The panel agreed that there is a need to improve access and provide a minimum level of guaranteed access. There are limitations, and the NHVL review will need to address this issue. On the subject of moving into a prescriptive domain, the panel explained that it is a Ministerial area and could possibly be progressed through the NHVL review. The 9,000 PBS vehicles risk becoming an ‘orphan child’ in that they have been approved for specific use, yet they are safer and more productive and are deserving of a life after their initial PBS use is finished. It is an appropriate topic for the NHVL discussion. It is also a challenge to Industry Associations: beat the drum to make it work better and knock down some barriers. Education and information is the key rather than confrontation. In closing both Martin Toomey and Justin Keast emphasised the great benefit that these kinds of gatherings offer in bringing parties together and having full and frank discussions.
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ATA suggests trailer width research comes up short According to the Australian Trucking
because they are written in a project brief.
our understanding of the issues involved
Association (ATA), government research
“You’ve actually got to get the policy
in harmonising vehicle dimensions with
into heavy vehicle dimensions is ignoring
settings right,” said Crouch.
major international partners will at best be
findings of an expert panel inquiry into
“An increase in allowable width to
limited,” he said.
national freight and supply chain priorities.
2.6 metres would enable refrigerated
“This is a research project, not a policy
“Last year the expert panel inquiry
trailers to utilise thicker insulated walls
decision, which makes it the best time
into national freight and supply chain
without loss of payload. In 38 degrees
to consider the issues and evidence
priorities recommended better supply
outside temperatures, these thicker
chain integration, including common
walls would reduce heat gain by 36 per
for actually aligning with major international partners.
standards such as the width of refrigerated
cent and deliver a fuel saving of up to
According to Crouch, the expert panel
trailers, that should align with major international partners,” ATA Chair Geoff
2,500 litres per typical refrigerated trailer per year,” he said.
inquiry drew on 127 submissions and
Crouch said today.
Crouch said Austroads, in their own
peak bodies and 90 businesses.
“However, current research work
project brief, referenced the expert panel
“Austroads and its government members
underway by government research
finding on the need for international
should actually take note of the outcomes
body Austroads is exploring moving to
harmonisation on the width of refrigerated trailers, but then proceeded
of the consultative process, which was
an overall permissible width of 2.55 metres, ignoring the international
to rule it out of scope.
undertaken for determining the scope of
benchmark of 2.6 metres especially for
“They claimed the benefits of harmonising
this limited research project,” he said.
refrigerated semi-trailers.”
for refrigerated trailers to justify the
“It would be disappointing if the
According to Crouch, the ATA welcomes
project, and then refused to look at
commitment of governments to deliveringa
the Austroads project’s stated commitment
what is actually needed to achieve
freight strategy to improve productivity
to international harmonisation and
thosebenefits.”
and supply chain integration was to fall
exploring greater overall width, but
Crouch said that the limited scope of the
at the first hurdle of simply researching
believes productivity benefits and supply
Austroads project would limit the findings.
chain integration do not happen simply
“The ability of this project to contribute to
what was actually recommended by the expert panel inquiry.”
meetings with over 200 individuals, 28
vastly more rigorous than the process
QLD Government confirms record roads and transport investment Transport and Main Roads Minister, Mark
Indigenous employment. Improvements on
Bailey, said the Queensland Transport and
the Warrego Highway west of Toowoomba
in Townsville, Rockhampton, Mackay and Cairns will benefit those cities by taking
Roads Investment Program (QTRIP) 2019-
will continue, and we will work with the
traffic, particularly trucks, off local roads.
20 to 2022-23 released this week would
Federal Government to plan and deliver
“These investments boost our state’s
continue the State Government’s focus on
improvements east of Toowoomba.”
economy too, providing efficient bypass
job-creating infrastructure investments,
Bailey said this year’s budget will also pour
routes between regional centres to reduce
particularly in regional Queensland.
funding into congestion-busting projects.
travel times and costs to mining, agricultural
The $23 billion investment is reported to
“We will continue upgrading the Ipswich
producers and the freight industry.”
support more than 21,500 Queensland jobs
Motorway, and progressing construction
Bailey said the budget places road safety
over the next four years.
of the Sumners Road Interchange on the
high on the agenda, investing more than
Bailey said Queensland’s regional towns
Centenary Highway,” he said.
and cities are the engine room of the state’s
“We’ll keep building a better M1 from
$900 million in targeted upgrades to ensure Queensland roads are safer.
economy and when those regions thrive
Brisbane to the border – with major projects
it will support population growth and economic development.
between Eight Mile Plains and Daisy Hill
“More than $14.5 billion of this record QTRIP will be spent outside the Brisbane
as soon as the current two M1 upgrades finish next year.
City, Ipswich City and Redland City local
“We have also committed funding to
government areas,” he said – adding that the
upgrade three M1 interchanges that serve
investment will make the Bruce Highway safer
growing North Gold Coast communities –
and more flood-resilient between Brisbane
Exits 41, 49 and 57.
and Cairns. “We will continue to seal the
“We’re focusing dollars on where they will
Peninsula Development Road, supporting
make a difference and ring road projects
and Varsity Lakes and Tugun ready to roll
Queensland regional towns and cities are said to be the ‘engine room’ of the state’s economy.
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Linfox CEO joins conversation about ASEAN challenges and opportunities
Linfox International Group CEO, Greg
East Asia as well as expanding the company’s
Summit heralded a new era of engagement.
Thomas, recently participated in a panel
footprint in the region. He joined Linfox in
Leaders, Ministers and CEOs from across
discussion about the importance of Australian
1995 after several years working in audit and
the region met in a number of events in
businesses in the Association of Southeast
advisory roles at KPMG. He worked with the
Asian Nations (ASEAN).
Resources and Industrial business unit before
Sydney in a historic moment for ASEANAustralia relations.
The Australian-Thai Chamber of Commerce
transferring to the FMCG team in 2008. He
“Over 100 of the region’s top CEOs
(AustCham Thailand), with AustCham ASEAN,
was appointed President FMCG in 2014.
attended the Business Summit, agreeing
the Australian Mission to ASEAN and the
As President FMCG, Thomas reportedly led
recommendations to Leaders to take the
Australian Embassy Bangkok, announced
strategic initiatives. He also executed the
ASEAN-Australia economic relationship
on 28 May the official launch of the 2019
Linfox Healthcare strategy, broadening the
forward into the next decade.
Australian Business in ASEAN Survey at the
company’s customer base and value added
“Since the Special Summit, Australia and
Hyatt Regency Bangkok Hotel.
services.
ASEAN governments have built on its success
AustCham Thailand President, Wayne
He has also managed logistics portfolios for
by developing practical cooperation in a
Williams, AustCham ASEAN President
key customers in Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia
range of priority sectors such as Digital Trade
and Brenton Mauriello opened the panel
and Hong Kong.
Standards and Infrastructure.”
presentations, which was followed by a
ASEAN is a region of remarkable growth
Transport and logistics accounts for five per
presentation from special guest Ambassador
and diverse market opportunities that shares
to ASEAN, Jane Duke, who discussed
strong complementarities with Australia’s
cent of Australian businesses operating in the ASEAN region.
findings of the ASEAN Business Survey and its
economy, according to Duke.
The majority of the Australian business
implications alongside Thomas.
“Australia is in the top tier of ASEAN’s
community in ASEAN maintain Australian
AustCham ASEAN produces an annual survey
partners, allowing Australian business to
ownership, with 35 per cent exclusively
report that aims to provide insights into
capitalise on the strong ties we have built with
Australian owned, and a further 22 per cent
the confidence and plans of the Australian
ASEAN economies over several decades,” she
maintaining some Australian ownership.
business community in southeast Asia.
said in the foreword of the Australian Business
Almost a third of respondents in the survey
Thomas is responsible for leading supply
in ASEAN Survey 2019 released in March.
chain operations in six countries across South
“Last year’s ASEAN-Australia Special
had no history of Australian ownership in their company.
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Regional VIC communities to discuss road safety The Victorian Government will hold
The community roundtables will follow on
“The roundtables are an opportunity for
eight road safety community roundtables
from last week’s Road Safety Summit at
local communities to have their say on
across the state in the coming months
the State Library, where road safety experts
how to prevent the senseless loss of life
to seek views on improving road
and community leaders gathered to discuss
of regional Victorians on our roads,” said
safety on regional roads.
what more could be done to address the
Minister for Roads, Road Safety and the
horror start to the year on Victoria’s roads.
TAC, Jaala Pulford.
The majority of this year’s increase in road
Last week’s summit heard from local and
deaths has happened on regional roads,
international road safety experts that
with 86 people killed compared with 47 at the same time last year.
the Government’s $1.4 billion Towards
Overall, 143 people have died on the
respects, but the development of a new
state’s roads this year, compared with
strategy to commence in 2020 presented
88 at the same time last year – an
opportunities for new initiatives.
increase of 63 per cent.
Some of the key themes to emerge from
The community roundtables, which will
the summit included enforcement, speed
focus on road safety issues affecting
limits, technology and infrastructure.
regional communities, will be held in 10:54 am Marysville, Shepparton, Portland, Ballarat,
The roundtables will explore these issues and focus on local issues, as
Mildura, Sale, Bendigo and Geelong.
raised by local people.
State governments are taking road safety seriously.
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Zero strategy was world-leading in many
Toll commits to improving employee wellbeing Transport and logistics company, Toll,
Toll Group Manager of Wellbeing and
are dealing with mental health issues.”
is committed to improving employee
Senior Chaplain, Ruth Oakden, said
More than 400 people in various roles
wellbeing with a new mental
mental health is an important part of
across Toll in Australia have attended
health program.
general wellbeing.
33 MHFA programs since 2016, with
Toll announced via its Toll Today
“We want to recognise that as well as
newsletter that the business is delivering a
physical safety, it is important to provide
an increasing number of sessions scheduled to run throughout 2019,
Mental Health First Aid program across its
our employees with the resources to
according to Oakden.
sites as part of a wellbeing strategy.
address any mental health concerns,”
The next stage for Toll’s mental wellbeing
The two-day program was created
she said. “This is significantly achieved by
strategy is to appoint mental health first
by Mental Health First Aid Australia
raising awareness of mental health issues,
aid officers in the workplace, which is
in conjunction with the University
which reduces stigma and allows our
reported to mirror more commonly held
of Melbourne.
managers to support our employees who
roles of physical first aid officers.
Toll to deliver efficiency gains for Coles Transport and logistics company, Toll, has
from the distribution centre to the
empty truck on the return journey.
strengthened its 45-year partnership with
supermarket, the integrated system notes
“This reduces the overall time of the fleet
supermarket company, Coles, becoming
if there is an opportunity for a nearby
on the road, bringing commercial and
the retailer’s delivery partner for Coles
collection from a supplier, to avoid an
environment benefits to Coles and Toll.”
in Victoria, South Australia and most of Queensland. Toll officially became a delivery partner for
Coles was founded in Collingwood, Melbourne, in 1914 by George Coles.
Coles in Victoria in February, servicing four distribution centres. Toll will service Coles’ operations in Queensland from 1 July 2019 and South Australia as of 1 September 2019. The contract is reported to bring 400 drivers, office workers and sub-contractors top support Coles’ primary and secondary deliveries from suppliers to the distribution centres and then across the network of Coles supermarkets. “There will be 250 of Toll and subcontractor partner prime movers hauling 380 Coles trailers,” Toll said. “Toll won the competitive tender with special note given to Toll’s innovative control tower integration that monitors the road fleet and tracks delivery requirements to ensure maximum efficiency. “This means that if a full load is taken www.trailermag.com.au
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Linfox Group Manager recognised for excellence in road transport The 2019 Women in Industry Awards was held 6 June at The Park in Melbourne, celebrating the women who lead, energise and inspire in their respective roles across various sectors including road transport. Prime Creative Media Publisher, Christine Clancy, opened the event, stating that the business case for creating a workplace where women can thrive has never been stronger. “At the micro level, data shows that companies with greater representation of women in leadership positions is associated with increased productivity. “Studies in the US have found that greater gender balance among corporate leaders is associated with higher stock values and greater profitability.
Linfox Australia Group Manager Training, Sondra Kremerskothen (right).
“It is also found firms with mixed gender boards tend to out-perform all-male boards, and that Fortune 500 companies
Linfox has reportedly increased compliance
amazing,” she said. “It’s incredible to see
with the highest proportion of women on
by over 100 per cent in the past 18
where they have come from; they’re all
their boards performed significantly better
months. Kremerskothen also leads a
mums with adult children who just want to
than firms with the lowest proportion,”
female-driven program, which trains and
come to work, get the job done well and
she said.
licenses women to be heavy vehicle drivers.
get home safely.”
The Excellence in Road Transport award
“I am a group trainer and I have been
The finalists for the 2019 Excellence in
recognises an individual who has gone
fortunate enough to be employed by
above and beyond to improve and
Linfox, a fantastic employer. I have a great
Road Transport award were: • VISA Global Logistics truck driver and
positively impact the Australian road
group of trainers who have developed a
transport industry.
passion to change behaviour on Australian
MEGATRANS2020 Business Development
roads,” said Kremerskothen in her award
Manager, Anastasia Bios, presented the
acceptance speech – adding that her team
Excellence in Road Transport Award to
is especially passionate about improving
Sondra Kremerskothen, Linfox Australia
road safety for heavy vehicle operators.
Group Manager Training.
Kremerskothen also actively encourages
Kremerskothen manages 30 trainers,
women to join the road transport industry.
administrators and managers across five
She praised the success of a female driver
sites throughout Australia. She has seen
training program, which is a joint initiative
an opportunity to change culture and
made possibly by Linfox, Volvo Group
behaviours within the industry by upskilling
Australia, Wodonga TAFE, Australia Post
Linfox operational trainers to influence
and Transport Women Australia Limited
The panel of judges for this year’s
positive employee behaviour and attitude.
(TWAL).
event: Andrea Sosa Pintos (CSIRO), Gita
By modernising training, Kremerskothen
“We now have 14 women ‘through the
Pendharkar (RMIT University), Jacquelene
was able to improve safety and productivity
doors’ and actually driving for Australia
Brotherton (Transport Women Australia
while meeting compliance requirements.
Post and Linfox – these women are
Limited) and Kushla Egan (WORK180).
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Women in Trucking Australia co-founder, Candice Lureman • Linfox Australia General Manager Woolworths, Debbie Reich • Atlas Copco Compressors Warehouse Supervisor, Grace Lennox • Linfox Australia Site Manager, Michelle Aspinall • Stantec Australia Principal Engineer Transportation, Rose Ferguson • Linx Logistics Load Co-ordinator, Vanessa Williams
40 years of quality stacks up.
PROUDLY PART OF the drake group of companies
NEWS
Woolworths combats product waste with national initiative Supermarket company, Woolworths, has
our farmers and our community partners,
the most beneficial stream – be it food rescue
launched a food waste diversion program
we’re working to keep good food out
for hunger relief, farmer donations for animal
nationwide.
of landfill,” said Woolworths Head of
feed or commercial composting,” he said.
All Woolworths supermarkets is reported to
Sustainability, Adrian Cullen.
In the last year, Woolworths has diverted
have at least one active food waste diversion
“This is not a new journey for us – we’ve
from landfill over 55,000 tonnes of food and
partner to rescue surplus fresh good and
been working hard at this for the last decade
enabled over 10 million meals to be delivered
distribute it to hunger relief charities,
and we are excited to hit a milestone ahead
to Australians in need across the country,
donating stock feed to farmers or sending it
of World Environment Day that 100 per
according to Cullen.
for commercial organic composting.
cent of our stores now with a food waste
Woolworths is working with OzHarvest,
With these programs in place, Woolworths
diversion program in place.
Foodbank and Fareshare to divert food to
has recorded an average year-on-year
“We heavily invested in our team members
support hunger relief efforts.
reduction of eight per cent in food waste
to ensure that they have the education,
The supermarket also provides local farmers
sent to landfill over the past three years.
training, resources and equipment to better
with stock feed for animals or for on-farm
“Food is meant to be eaten, not thrown –
identify and divert surplus food that can no
composting, which Cullen said helps reduce
which is why together with our customers,
longer be sold away from landfill and toward
and repurpose bakery and product waste.
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ISWIM announces Executive Board, Koniditsiotis named President reappointed as President.
and its associated data; vendors that provide
ISWIM is an advocacy group that supports
WIM products and/or services.
the advance of on-road and in-vehicle
In May 2019, the Board of ISWIM was elected
Weigh-In-Motion (WIM) to promote
through an international vote with members
and support international research and development projects.
from Belgium, Taiwan, France, Japan, United Kingdom, Canada, Czech Republic,
The purpose of the group is to initiate and
USA, Slovenia and Australia, represented by
monitors standardisation activities while
Koniditsiotis.
also promoting the use and application of
“We also acknowledge and thank Hans
Commercial vehicle weigh-in monitoring
data generation.
Van LOO who was elected to the Board,
association, International Society for Weigh-
At present ISWIM has a growing membership
In-Motion, has announced the election of its
of over 74 countries.
however, stepped down to take on the role of ISWIM Contractor,” ISWIM said in an
new Board and Executive Board.
Its distinct stakeholder groups include users
issued statement.
Former Transport Certificate Association
of WIM and the information it collects;
Adriana Antofie was appointed as
CEO, Chris Koniditsiotis, was
academics and researchers in WIM technology
Assistant Treasurer.
ISWIM supports advances in weigh-in-motion technology.
Emergent Cold to acquire Oxford Cold Storage Global cold chain business, Emergent Cold,
Operations and Marketing Director, Paul
has agreed to acquire Melbourne-based
Fleiszig.
Oxford Cold Storage which is set to expand
“The Emergent acquisition provides our
its temperature-controlled storage network in
staff with increased opportunities and
the Asia Pacific region.
career development. It will also provide for
This acquisition is reported to complement
the opportunity to service clients across
the broader Emergent Cold strategy of
Emergent’s substantial geographical footprint
creating a global network of cold chain
and to increase our service offerings.
businesses. The acquisition is subject to
“The Fleiszig and Stern families wish to
regulatory approval.
acknowledge and thank Oxford’s loyal and
In 1951 the Fleiszig and the Stern families
talented staff for their substantial contribution
established Cambridge Poultry Distributors in
to the Oxford success story and for helping to
South Yarra. Twenty years later, they relocated
create an enviable work culture,” he said.
their operations across Melbourne to be
Emergent Cold was founded in 2017 with
closer to the meat hub in North Laverton.
the vision to be the leading global cold chain
In 1975, they established Oxford to serve
services partner for its customers. Emergent
Cold Storage team to the Emergent Cold
the neighbouring meat producers. Oxford
Cold has grown through a combination of
network,” said Emergent Cold CEO, Neal
has been family owned and operated for 44
business acquisitions and new greenfield
Rider.
years.
developments and now has a network of 42
“Combining Oxford with our platform
“This is a very exciting time for the Oxford
cold stores in five countries.
will further strengthen our offering to the
business,” said Oxford Cold Storage
“We look forward to welcoming the Oxford
Australian and International market,” he said.
Emergent Cold is developing an integrated network of modern assets for its cold chain business.
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Victorian Ports & Freight Minister to address Port Outlook 2019 Victorian Minister for Ports, Freight and Public
VTA CEO, Peter Anderson.
Hastings CEO, Malcolm Geier.
Transport, Melissa Horne, is one of several
“Without an efficient port network we all
Senior leaders from Port of Melbourne
high-profile representatives of the ports
suffer, which is why it is essential to achieve
stevedores DP World Australia, Victoria
and channels community that the Victorian
regulatory and other settings that make our
International Container Terminal, Patrick and
Transport Association (VTA) has secured for its
ports the most attractive for importers and
MIRRAT will also present at Port Outlook
annual Port Outlook seminar on 6 August.
exporters.
2019, with other presenters being finalised.
Port Outlook has grown over the last
“It is equally important we get the balance
Sponsored by Port of Melbourne, Port
four years to become one of the VTA’s
right so that transport operators servicing
Outlook caters to freight operators and all
best-attended events, underscoring the
the port can run profitable businesses that
supply chain participants that interact with
importance of the Victorian ports sector in
provide efficient, reliable and world-class
Victoria’s ports and waterways. It will feature
state and national supply chains.
services to their customers,” he said.
presentations and panel discussions on key
“We are thrilled that Minister Horne has
Minister Horne joins a strong line-up of
issues including port access, productivity
agreed to deliver a keynote address at
speakers to present at Port Outlook including:
improvement measures, infrastructure pricing
Port Outlook and outline the Victorian
Port of Melbourne CEO, Brendan Bourke;
and charges, Fishermans Bend Precinct
Government’s strategic vision for our ports
Victorian Ports Corporation CEO, Rachel
planning.
and waterways, which are an essential part
Johnson; Ports Australia CEO, Mike Gallacher;
Port Outlook 2019 will be held 6 August from
of the Victorian and national economy,” said
GeelongPort CEO, Brett Winter; and Port of
7.30am-2.30pm at Sketch Docklands.
Centurion fosters safety culture Transport and logistics operator, Centurion,
Savage said he is eager to continue building
face-to-face safety,” he said.
has announced the appointment of two
the safety culture at Centurion and introduce
Savage has over 10 years of experience
Health, Safety, Environment and Quality
new technologies.
working for some of Australia’s biggest
(HSEQ) professionals.
“The team will be working hard to integrate
companies as a HSEQ professional. His
Trent Savage has been named as Executive
the new Online Safety Management
speciality is emergency management,
General Manager of HSEQ and Terry Nichols
System – reducing manual processes and
has joined Centurion as General Manager of HSEQ.
paperwork – resulting in better data, shorter workflows and more time for ‘real’
heavy industry and logistics, according to Centurion. Nichols is reported to bring 16 years of experience in operational and functional
Chain of Responsibility is front-of-mind for Centurion.
roles within client, contracting and consultant appointments. He will work with Savage to oversee the delivery of effective solutions based on taking a risk-based, fit-for-purpose and cost-effective approach to cultural and safety performance change. “In most cases people do not make mistakes because they consciously intended to do so,” said Nichols. “We should challenge ourselves to become more awake to understanding why most of the time things go right. Of course we still need to understand what happened when something goes wrong, but I challenge people to understand why it goes right more often than not.”
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Freight costs drive global performance for Australia’s agricultural commodities: Report “NFF welcomes AgriFutures Australia’s
The gross value of Australian farm production in 2016-17 was $60 billion, according to the National Farmers’ Federation.
work in this space as it gives us solid data about the agricultural sector and challenges faced by different industries,” said Mahar. “It is critical to look beyond the ‘now’ to consider future agricultural freight issues and to highlight possible options for potential improvement in transport infrastructure and regulation within the agricultural sector.” The research analysed the freight costs facing Australian farms when moving commodities from farm to processor, port and/or domestic market and generated producer case studies, from five major commodity groups including beef, milk powder, canola, cherries and poultry, demonstrating the unique supply chains and costs involved in moving a range of commodities to market. The domestic analysis, excluding poultry
Logistics is the largest single cost item
freight costs, totalling 1.0 per cent
as competition with overseas producers is
in the production of many agricultural
of gross income.
negligible, is complemented with research
products, according to a report released
“Knowing how much farmers pay for
of international agricultural supply chains
this week.
transporting their produce to consumers
to benchmark Australia’s performance
Rural Industries Research & Development
is crucial to measure the competitiveness
and its ability to compete on agricultural
Corporation (AgriFutures Australia)
of Australian farmers and to find out
transport costs.
commissioned Deloitte Access Economics to investigate farm transport
where the transport of agricultural goods
The beef case study of an operation at
faces pinch points and bottlenecks.
Dalby, Queensland, shows cattle are
costs from paddock to port for a sector
The report shows that Australia has
transported 240 kilometres by road to an
that sees roughly two-thirds of food
comparatively higher freight costs for
abattoir in south east Queensland (location
and fibre exported.
unspecified).
AgriFutures Australia Managing
many of our key commodities compared to our international competitors and
Director, John Harvey, said that freight
it’s hurting our bottom line,” he said
abattoir and loaded into a refrigerated
costs are critical to maintaining Australia’s
– adding that strategic planning and
shipping container, which is delivered 170
global competitiveness and will
regulatory framework are required to
continue to impact agriculture’s export
ensure infrastructure can be efficiently
kilometres to Port of Brisbane by road and shipped about 9,000 kilometres to
performance into the future.
used by industry.
South Korea.
“In Australia, freight costs are highest
National Farmers’ Federation (NFF)
The total estimated freight cost incurred
for grains at 27.5 per cent of gross income,
CEO, Tony Mahar, said the supply chain
in delivering one container-full of frozen
and fruit and vegetables at per cent,”
research provides a benchmark of
beef to Korea is $7,380 – at an average
said Harvey. “By comparison, poultry a domestic
Australia’s performance and its ability to compete on agricultural transport costs
cost of approximately $343/tonne. The cost to deliver to port (excluding
market, has the lowest relative farm
at a global level.
shipping costs) is $2,720.
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Frozen meat is boxed and palletised at the
Vawdrey appoints Area Sales Manager Australia’s largest independent trailer
feature the latest innovative technologies
builder, Vawdrey Australia, has bolstered its Victorian operations with the appointment
that push significant performance gains and OH&S advantages,” he said.
of Brett Smith as the company’s new
Smith decided to leave a publicly-listed
Area Sales Manager.
company in favour of joining a family-owned
Smith brings more than 27 years of
and private business that has the capacity to
commercial transport experience to the role.
take decisive action. The after sales support at Vawdrey is
team for joining Vawdrey Australia,” he said.
outstanding, according to Smith, which
“It’s clear that the service that Vawdrey
is bolstered by the team’s commitment to
provides is of immense value to road
providing timely service and repairs, premium
transport operators Australia wide. The family
refinishing and signwriting services as well as
business is well-regarded in the industry – a
access to a well-stocked spare parts outlet to
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“Working closely with long-term staff, we
deal with customers face-to-face and to offer them the greatest sales and service
to deliver industry-leading semi-trailers that
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and I’m very passionate about pleasing customers moving forward.”
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Port of Brisbane supports farmer relief charity Port of Brisbane has donated $30,000
farmers and logistics companies from across
Drought Angels, according to Port
to Drought Angels, the Port’s employee-
regional Queensland every day, working
of Brisbane, is known as the “‘little
nominated charity for 2018-19.
together to export goods to overseas
charity with big hearts’, making an
A team of 15 Port of Brisbane employees
markets. We know they’ve been doing it
recently travelled to the town of Chinchilla
tough, which is why its timely we lend a
amazing difference to farmers and rural communities with meaningful and
in Queensland to meet with Drought Angels
hand through this donation.
personalised assistance”.
staff, as well as drought affected families,
“I’d like to pay tribute to the staff of Port of
The charity is reported to provide everyday
delivering the donation cheque and a load
Brisbane who have run fundraising events
essentials including stock feed and has also
of non-perishables donated by employees.
and dipped into their own pockets to
“Every year the wonderful team of
support this initiative.
assisted farmers by offsetting fuel costs for transport.
employees at the Port of Brisbane support
“We also know that the best way
Drought Angels was founded by Natasha
a charity, and I couldn’t think of a more
Queenslanders can support regional
Johnston and Nicki Blackwell in 2014.
worthy group for 2019 than Drought
economies is to visit them and spend
The organisation continues to support
Angels,” said Port CEO, Roy Cummins.
money there, which is exactly what this visit will achieve.”
Australian farmers affected by natural
“The Port of Brisbane works with the
disasters (drought, fire and flood).
TWAL welcomes new Board members Transport Women Australia Limited
welcomed the new Board members.
and I am sure this will continue.
(TWAL) has announced that two new
“True and Carol will give us added
“With True and Carol joining us, it
members have joined its Board: True
depth to the Board and we are very
will allow us to give more time to our
Ross of Ross Transport, Port Kembla, and Carol Messenger of Spartan
excited to welcome them to the team,” said Brotherton.
initiatives like the Women Driving Transport
Freightlines, Belmont WA.
“TWAL has always been a small
TWAL Chair, Jacquelene Brotherton, has
hardworking board and a tight team
Guides Wheels Badge, the upcoming Mentoring Programme.”
Careers Female Driving Course, The Girl
TAS bridge works to facilitate efficient freight network The Tasmanian Government has opened
“The Freight Access Bridge Upgrade Program
hubs and major industries.”
tenders for strengthening works on six
was developed together with industry and
Rockliff said a previous round of bridge
bridges across the state.
local government stakeholders to support
works, due for completion this month, saw
The works form part of the state
the movement of freight around the state,
the strengthening of seven bridges in the
government’s $19 million Freight Access
ensuring our economy can continue to
state’s north and north west.
Bridge Upgrade Program.
develop and grow,” said Rockliff.
Bridges currently open for tender include
According to Infrastructure Minister, Jeremy
“The statewide program includes
Pipers River bridge in the state’s north and
Rockliff, the program is designed to facilitate
strengthening a series of bridges on key
Humphrey Rivulet bridge and North West Bay
a safer and more efficient freight network.
freight routes, which connect ports, transport
River bridge in the state’s south.
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NEWS
Infrastructure Australia CEO talks future trends Romilly Madew, Infrastructure Australia
planning and delivery, with a focus
by 24 per cent to reach 31 million, with
CEO, presented at the 2019 AFR National
on three key measures: access, quality
more than three quarters of this growth
Infrastructure Summit at the Grand Hyatt
and cost.
projected to occur in Sydney, Melbourne,
in Melbourne this week. She explained that
“With the needs of the community at
Brisbane and Perth.
the needs of the community are evolving
its heart, the Audit will provide a clear
“This offers enormous economic
and is cause to re-think the delivery of
picture of the problems we need to solve,
opportunities, but the risk is that our
infrastructure and adapt existing networks
and strengthen the evidence base for
infrastructure fails to keep pace with
to those changing needs.
infrastructure decision-making across
The 2019 Australian Infrastructure Audit is due to be published later
Australia,” she said.
demand—impacting productivity, quality of life and the world-renowned liveability
Infrastructure Australia was established to
of our cities.”
this year and will present a forward-
provide advice on investments and reforms
Rapid technological change is another
looking view of Australia’s infrastructure
needed to deliver better infrastructure for
factor that will play a decisive role in
challenges and opportunities, according
all Australians. For Madew, the broader
infrastructure, according to Madew.
to Madew. It is the second Audit of its
content of change that will affect how
“Australian governments have been
type to be undertaken (first published
Australia grows over the next 15 years
slow to establish planning controls or
in 2015) and outlines a community-
begins with the economy.
network standards to support widespread
centred approach to infrastructure
“Australia’s economy is undergoing structural shifts, as we move away
public charging networks for electric vehicles,” she said.
from manufacturing and resources
“New technologies often push boundaries
towards knowledge and service-based industries,” she said. “These structural
before controlling legislation is developed
changes to the economy are also
however there is also often a need for
having spatial implications, and Australia’s
policy or investment to ensure that we gain
economy is becoming increasingly
maximum benefit from new and emerging
urbanised with most jobs now located in
technologies.
our larger cities.” Madew explained that Australia now has
“We also need to be wary of the fact that rapidly changing technology
a multi-tier economy that is characterised
risks leaving some sections of the
by rapid economic growth in fast-
community behind.”
growing cities and their surrounding
The last major shift that Madew considers
regions; moderate economic growth, consolidation and specialisation in smaller
is the demand for greater transparency as
cities and regional centresl; stabilising or
“Businesses, including those in the retail
declining economic growth in rural and
and banking sectors, are increasingly
remote areas.
capturing and using data to create more
“In 2017-18, Sydney and Melbourne
tailored experiences for customers.
alone accounted for half of our national
“Australia’s unique geography brings an
economic growth,” said Madew. “Infrastructure investment is playing a
added layer of complexity to this shifting of community expectations.
huge role in facilitating this, with the [New
“While Australia has evolved as a
South Wales] and Victorian governments
federated country of eight states and
together spending upwards of $78 billion
territories, these boundaries bear little
on transport infrastructure.
relevance for the different needs of people
“Of course, this also reflects the scale
in each jurisdiction.
of population growth projected for our
“However, it is the scale of each city,
largest cities, which will play a decisive role
town and community that provides a
in shaping our country in coming years.
better starting point in understanding the needs of infrastructure users.”
Infrastructure Australia CEO, Romilly Madew.
“By 2034, Australia’s population will grow
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or even the need for it is recognised,
community expectations change.
Manufacturing to play a key role in growth: Report Federal agency, the Commonwealth Scientific
demographics, trust, and social cohesion.
technology in existing and new industries, the
and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO),
Divided into Slow Decline and Outlook
report acknowledges that industry is essential
has released a report outlining visions to
Vision, the visions of the future identify the
to the future of Australia. In addition, by
boost Australia’s economy, identifying
manufacturing industry as playing a key role
investing in skills, Australia will have an
manufacturing as a key growth sector.
in Australia’s growth.
enviable workforce that can take advantages
The CSIRO Australian National Outlook report
In one scenario outlined by the report,
of technological advances. Finally, if Australia
was released this month and focuses on
energy use increases without significant
were able to develop export-facing industries,
technological changes and energy efficiency
improvements in energy productivity,
which can support growth, the sector can
among topics also raised in its outlook to
emissions decrease, but not by enough to
leverage its competitive advantage while
2060.
avoid climate change, and cities continue to
integrated into global markets and value
The report suggests that manufacturing has
sprawl. In another vision, energy use increases
chains.
a key role to play in how Australia confronts
by 6-28 per cent while productivity doubles,
Manufacturing will however have to adopt
challenges in order to grow.
Australia reaches net-zero emissions and city
energy efficient technologies and be located
The report’s authors identified six challenges
density increases.
close to where people live, to reduce resource
that could disrupt Australia’s current
To achieve these positive outcomes, the
use, according report findings.
conditions and could influence the country’s
authors identify that manufacturing, along
CSIRO CEO, Larry Marshall, said that putting
future: the rise of Asia, technological change,
with other industry sectors, will play a core
Australia on the path to the most prosperous
climate change and the environment,
role. By adopting productivity boosting
future requires a new way of thinking.
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AusPost confirms e-commerce is booming
Australia Post HQ.
Total online spend in 2018 topped $27.5 billion, a 24 per cent increase for the
online in 2018 – some 7.6 million Australian households.
cent) and desktop (27.3 per cent), both of which fell for the year.”
year, according to new research from
“Australians are getting online more and
Fashion continues to be the leading category,
Australia Post.
more, and changing the face of shopping,”
accounting for more than a third (35 per
Australia Post’s annual document, Inside
he said. “With it, they are also expecting
cent) of all purchases, with more than
Australian Online Shopping Report, is an
faster service and delivery – with next day
20 per cent growth year on year. Variety
overview of Australia’s e-commerce market
deliveries growing by 31.7 per cent, with
stores, health and beauty and homewares
which provides insights into who is shopping
more than 62 per cent of these fashion
online and what they are purchasing.
related purchases.”
and appliances also attracted lots of online shoppers.
It shows that Australians are embracing
Franzi also said the way Australians are
Marketplaces such as eBay and Etsy, together
online shopping at an accelerated rate – with
shopping online is also changing, with
with newcomers Amazon, Catch Group,
the online goods spend for 2018 reaching
smartphones increasingly being the medium of choice.
Kogan and Myer, continue to be popular.
“Use of the smartphone to make online
that comes with being able to access goods
Australia Post General Manager for
purchases increased 28 per cent for the
from a variety of sellers in one place – it is
Parcels and Express Services, Ben Franzi,
year – to now make up more than 26 per
quite literally a market, replicated online
said the report also shows that 73 per
cent of all purchases,” he said. “It now sits
cent of Australian households shopped
comfortably alongside the laptop (32.8 per
and providing an abundance of choice for consumers,” said Franzi.
10 per cent of total retail – two years faster than expected.
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“Australians appreciate the convenience
Mainfreight confirms ‘best ever’ financial performance Transport and logistics company,
“The benefit of our network development
Mainfreight, has reported its ‘best ever’
across our three core products – domestic
financial results for the 12 months ended
transportation (Transport), warehousing
31 March 2019.
(Logistics) and international freight
The company reported a revenue of of
forwarding (Air & Ocean and CaroTrans)
$2.954 billion NZD ($2.792 billion AUD), which was up 12 per cent for the same
– is reflected in these improving financial results.
period last year.
“We expect to continue enhancing
Net profit (before abnormals) was $141.08
our network in the coming years, with
million NZD ($133.3 million AUD), a spike
an expected $350 million of capital
of 26 per cent.
expenditure on land and buildings
additional domestic freight facilities in
Earnings before interest, taxes,
projected over the next two years. It is
Sydney and on Queensland’s Sunshine
depreciation and amortisation
expected that further investment in leased
Coast. Construction of a new Adelaide
(EBITDA) was $257.05 million NZD ($242.9 million AUD).
facilities will also continue, to offset short-
facility is expected to commence late 2019.
term growth requirements from increasing
“In our Logistics business, four new
Abnormal costs after tax totalled $3.46
customer demand.”
warehouses were opened with an
million NZD ($3.27 million AUD), where
Mainfreight New Zealand has a branch
additional $12 million AUD of new
$2.93 million NZD related to the further
network which extends to urban centres
business,” said Mainfreight. “Our standing
write-down of the European brand
and regional areas with populations less
in the premium beverage sector continues
name which is in the process of being
than 20,000. The company said delivery
to grow. New warehouse business has in
discontinued. The balance of $0.53 million
times and quality have improved, which
turn flowed into domestic freight tonnage.
NZD is restructuring costs in Europe and
has enabled it to secure new customers
Additional warehousing capacity is planned
the Americas.
through import and export service
in the coming year for Brisbane, Sydney,
“Our well-signalled strategy of intensifying
offerings.
Melbourne and Perth, including purpose-
our global branch network, within cities,
Mainfreight Australia opened a new
designed capacity to aid warehousing
within countries and of course, between
branch location in Toowoomba, while the
of retail dangerous goods, which will be
countries, has continued during this past
Geelong branch moved to a new facility.
complemented by our specialist dangerous
year,” Mainfreight said in a statement.
Plans are reported to be underway for
goods transport business, ChemCouriers.”
Mainfreight continues to trend upwards.
Conference to address heavy vehicle fire prevention Australian Road Transport Suppliers
plan for manufacturers, operators and
Association (ARTSA) member, Dr Peter
drivers to follow that, if followed, would
The conference will bring together experts, policy makers, manufacturers,
Hart, will highlight the key causes of truck
reduce heavy truck and trailer fires by
operators and component suppliers
fires at a heavy vehicle fires conference on
90 per cent.”
to share their experience on what is
15 August at Royal Randwick in Sydney.
Dr Hart highlights that in some cases the
one of the largest claims categories for
Dr Hart, who is a leading forensic
truck driver can play a role in averting
insurers in Australia.
expert, said that heavy vehicle fires are preventable.
a disastrous truck fire by being better
NTI Insurance recently advised that truck
informed about the danger signs and by
fires only make up about 8 per cent of
“About 75 per cent of fires start on the
performing simple checks at rest breaks.
their claims but the fires often resulted
motor vehicle,” he said. “The causes
An information flyer for truck drivers will
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ECONOMY
What you need to know in July THE NATIONAL AUSTRALIA BANK HAS SHARED ITS LATEST ECONOMIC COMMENTARY ON Q1 GROSS DOMESTIC PRODUCT FOR 2019. The national accounts recorded a third
“We still expect a further easing in the cash
The Bank expects a year-average growth of
successive print of below trend Gross
rate to 1.0 per cent in August with the risk
1.7 per cent in 2019, before rising to 2.25
Domestic Product (GDP) growth, according to
of further easing later in the year should
per cent in each of the next two years.
National Australia Bank Group Economics. Output rose 0.4 per cent (quarter on quarter)
downside risks eventuate,” said NAB.
“We expect the downturn in the housing construction cycle to continue, with dwelling
to be 1.8 per cent higher over the year. While
A 2.5 per cent drop in dwelling investment and slowing consumption
growth was slightly stronger in quarterly
growth led to a soft Q1 2019.
from peak-to-trough, and household
terms, this outcome is reported to confirm
Offsetting the weakness in the household
consumption to grow only modestly,” said
the softening in growth over H2 2018 has persisted into 2019.
sector was another solid contribution from
NAB. “Offsetting the household weakness,
public demand, according to NAB, and a
we see further support from exports in the
Continued subdued economic activity will
rebound in net exports. Both the income and
near-term, and ongoing strength in public
be a headwind to growth in labour demand,
production measures of GDP were stronger
sector spending over the next two years.
according to NAB, which is needed to
than the expenditure measure, reversing
We also expect a sizeable contribution
prevent a rise in the unemployment rate.
some of the weakness over the past year.
from private business investment. Overall,
With ongoing spare capacity in the labour
GDP was supported largely by the services
with below trend growth we see a slight
market and economy more broadly it is
sectors, with construction showing some
deterioration in the labour market and
likely that domestic inflation pressures will remain weak.
weakness alongside the downturn in housing and further completions of mining projects.
ongoing spare capacity in the economy.” These factors are expected to result in a
It is expected that the Reserve Bank of
On the income side, growth in compensation
gradual return to the inflation target even
Australia (RBA) will focus on developments
of employees provided support in the quarter
with another rate cut factored in.
in the labour market. NAB said that data
(due to strong employment growth), as did
Should weak GDP growth persist or a more
suggests risk of a further easing in the
corporate income (driven by strong profits in the mining sector).
significant global downturn eventuate,
cash rate to below 1.0 per cent should growth remain weak and the private sector continue to lag.
investment falling by around 20 per cent
NAB is optimistic regarding Australia’s
NAB anticipates further rate cuts and the potential for additional stimulus
economic outlook in the near future.
measures (fiscal or otherwise).
AUSTRALIAN BUSINESS CONFIDENCE
14
12
10
7
8
7
Index Points
8
6 5
5
6
5 3
3
3
4
2
3
0
Jul 2018
Oct 2018
Jan 2019
- 0.1
Apr 2019
2
Sources: tradingeconomics.com | National Australia Bank
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The top-shelf display of Drake trailers allowed visitors to see the design intricacies of each unit normally only seen by technicians.
Showstopping display AT THE RECENT BRISBANE TRUCK SHOW, THE DRAKE GROUP WOWED VISITORS WITH A MAMMOTH DISPLAY OF STACKED TRAILERS THAT SHOWCASED THE MANUFACTURER’S WORKMANSHIP AND ATTENTION TO DETAIL. At this year’s event in mid-May, the Drake
and O’Phee BoXLoader were the stars.
“We tried to showcase the versatility we
Group went for a slightly different set-
The deck widener was showcased in a
offer in our deck widener,” says Khali Lake,
up, with the business set across two
variety of different configurations which
Group General Manager. “The deck widener
separate stands – one to highlight Drake
highlighted various suspension types, axle
is a high-volume selling model and is very
Trailers, O’Phee Trailers and the Boxloader, and the other focused on the Drake
configurations, gooseneck arrangements,
versatile. Most heavy haulage operators will
ramp configurations, and other different
have a deck widener within their fleet. The
Collectibles brand, which this year celebrated
options offered by the manufacturer such
ones on show were all customer’s trailers,
its 10th anniversary.
as automatic greasing systems or various lighting systems.
so they were highly customised for specific
At the trailer stand, the Drake deck widener
clients. You can take the bones of our trailers and really customise it for your needs. If you want it, we can do it.” Also displayed was a 2x8 dolly, the first to be manufactured by Drake with BPW axles. “We have a long association with BPW, just haven’t used it in this model before. This dolly features our own walking beam suspension, which was traditionally done using other axle brands. Our customer requested BPW for this particular model. BPW is German engineered, really reliable and low maintenance. It’s something we’ll now offer going forward,” Khali says.
The Drake Collectibles display celebrated the 10th anniversary of The Drake Group’s successful venture into scale model sales.
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According to Khali, most trailers manufactured by Drake Trailers feature some level of customisation, but are still built based
on the same tried and proven DNA. “Most
BoXLoader. On display was the new Step-
with Paccar. There were 100 of these
of the time with our designs, particularly our
Over model, which was unveiled for the first
available on the day, and when the doors
common models, customers will leave here
time for the Australian market. Developed by
opened, we had a line-up waiting. It created
with something different. These changes
O’Phee Trailers together with BoXLoader in
a huge amount of interest,” says Khali.
often make a big difference for the customer
France, the new Step-Over concept features
Drake released model number one of the
to personalise their trailer and we are always
a different leg configuration. “Rather than
T900 Kenworth collectible on eBay the
happy to accommodate them. With the
the traditional dagger leg, where the leg
night before the show to raise money for
deck widener, 80 per cent of what we do in
comes straight down, in the Step-Over model,
the Cancer Council. It was sold for $4000
a trailer will be what we consider standard,
the leg folds over. It is designed for greater
and the other 20 per cent is customised. If
stability; and when loading a container off
and the Drake Group did a presentation of the cheque to the Cancer Council
you line up a heap of deck wideners, they’ll
the trailer, it also allows for another trailer
together with Paccar, which matched the
all look different but share the same highly
to go underneath the leg. It allows a really
donation with an extra $4,000.
engineered main frame. These sorts of trailers
simple system for containers to be loaded
Khali commended the Brisbane Truck Show
are a big investment for a small to medium
off one trailer and onto another. The Step-
organisers, the Heavy Vehicle Industry
business. It’s rewarding to work with our
Over option makes the overall combination
Australia (HVIA). “They did a phenomenal
customers from the initial concept to the look on their faces when they see the trailer
stronger and more versatile, and the overall
job in organising the show and the whole
weight of the unit means operators can carry
of Truck Week, with nearly 40,000 people
for the first time.”
more payload,” explains Khali.
coming through the doors over the course
By stacking its trailers up to three high, the
Representatives from BoXLoader in France,
of the four days. It created a lot of hype
Drake Group was able to maximise the space
including owner Vincent Sastre, visited
around commercial road transport and I think
to showcase a higher volume of trailers. The
Brisbane for the show, taking feedback from
it gave the general public a bit more of an
display even included a trailer flipped on its
the Australian market to further refine its
appreciation for the industry. For the Drake
side and suspended in the air and another
product for our market’s unique needs.
Group, the show was hugely successful. It
around two metres off the ground, allowing
At the Drake Group’s retail stand, it was all
really consolidated the Drake Group and
visitors to walk underneath and appreciate
about Drake Collectibles. The stand was
the bringing together of the brands under
the level of workmanship. “There were a
themed around the 10 year revolution of the
number of cranes involved in setting up for
business, showcasing the whole concept,
the one banner, which we launched at the previous Brisbane Truck Show.”
the show. This helped give the stand that
including the design and evolution of the
extra wow factor. Having trailers flipped,
models. “We really wanted to celebrate this
stacked and up in the air really gave people
brand. We released our 10 year anniversary
an appreciation of the engineering that goes
model at the show and it sold out within an
into products of that calibre,” adds Khali.
hour. We also released a new model – the
For the O’Phee brand, it was all about the
Kenworth T900 Legend model in association
Contact The Drake Group 19 Formation Street Wacol QLD 4076 Ph: 07 3271 5888 www.thedrakegroup.com.au
Dedicated staff at The Drake Group spent countless hours setting up what was considered the standout trailer display at this year’s show.
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TRAILER BUILDER
Krueger Transport Equipment’s parts shop has a solid range of aftermarket products to help mitigate vehicle downtime.
Full service offering KRUEGER TRANSPORT EQUIPMENT MATCHES ITS INNOVATIVE MANUFACTURING ACUMEN WITH ITS COMMITMENT TO DELIVERING EXCEPTIONAL AFTER SALES SUPPORT AND SERVICE. Customers deserve better, especially when
Taking a hands-on approach to
help to ensure equipment is performing at
they spend millions of dollars on commercial
manufacturing hard wearing trailers –
its best. Trailer maintenance services offered
vehicle fleets. For Krueger Transport
including Kurtainers, open decks, freezer vans
by Krueger include, but are not limited to,
Equipment patriarch, John Krueger, providing
and skels – the privately owned and operated
axle alignment, axle replacement, suspension
the best backup and after sales service is
business also offers a complete range of
repairs, straightening and re-cambering of
paramount to success.
service and repairs.
axles, bearing replacement, brake adjustment
“Suppliers don’t have the backup or service
Regular trailer servicing, according to
centres for their products and often rely
Krueger, not only helps to minimise costly
and relining, laser wheel alignment and shock absorber replacement.
on third party providers,” John Krueger
downtime due to breakdowns, it can also
To complement this service, Krueger has
says. “We have invested significantly in training staff, covering a list of technological developments from specialisation in Electronic Braking Systems (EBS) to trailer suspension servicing.” As a testament to this ethos, Krueger Transport Equipment has made considerable investments in its state-of-the-art workshops, spare parts availability and hire trailers. Krueger also has a hire fleet with backup units to keep fleets moving, which is part of the overall service offering. With more than four decades of knowledge and experience in trailer design and development, Kreuger Transport Equipment is poised to deliver built-for-purpose trailers with optimal suspension configurations.
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Krueger Transport Equipment is always on standby to assist freight businesses with urgent trailer repairs and services.
Australian made and fit-for-purpose John Krueger is well regarded for analysing trailer procurement strategies – ensuring fleet operators make the most of their road transport investments. “Whenever a client places a trailer order, Krueger will do its due diligence to ensure the equipment will be suitable for the intended freight task by asking the right questions,” he says. “With this information, the Road Friendly Suspension.
team at Krueger can draw on industry experience and engineering expertise
Being wholly Australian-owned, we work closely with our customers to develop new designs, both tested and developed under local conditions, in a much shorter timeframe than imported brands can offer.
to suggest trailer specifications that will best serve the needs of the business whether it be through lighter equipment to boost payload capacity or to ensure the truck-trailer combinations have access to the most efficient routes.”
a trailer pick up and drop off service,
and there is even capacity for an easy
offering extended working hours to
read weigh gauge system.
sand blasting and painting, spring to air suspension conversions, B-double
provide immediate engineering and technical
To enhance linehaul requirements, and to
conversions – everything a modern
backup where it may be urgently needed.
emphasise reliability and long-term durability,
road freight business looks for.
The trailer builder also provides same-
Krueger designed a one-million-kilometre
To cap it all off, Krueger provides full
day service and warranty evaluation and
warranty for its RFS. It is available with steel
technical service and parts support via a
is proactively moving in the direction of
or alloy hubs. The hub has preset bearings,
dedicated national network. “We are now
providing a true one-stop-shop to negate the need for equipment owners to rely on
synthetic semi-fluid lubricant that allows for reduced service frequency.
more committed than ever to strengthening
third parties for warranty claims.
The trailer builder continues to diversify its
innovation and excellent customer service,”
In line with this commitment, John has
trailer build offering with its specialisation
developed the only Australian-made
in disc brake axles, which offer light
John says. “For everything from axles to brake systems, Krueger has it covered.”
suspension that is specifically tailored for Australian road conditions.
alternatives depending on the freight task. Krueger also offers load restraint curtain
Contact
John says Road Friendly Suspension (RFS)
retrofits, Slide-a-Gate retrofits, curtain
is easy to install and has been operating
replacement and repairs, curtain sider
on more than 10,000 semi-trailers over
conversions, full refurbishments, rollover
a two-decade period.
rebuilds, roadworthy inspections,
Krueger Transport Equipment 275 Fitzgerald Road Derrimut VIC 3030 Ph: 03 9366 2133 Web: www.krueger.com.au
customer relationships through continuous
“Being wholly Australian-owned, we work closely with our customers to develop new designs, both tested and developed under local conditions, in a much shorter timeframe than imported brands can offer,” he says. “RFS carries the stamp of Government approval, under the Federal Government’s Australian Design Rules (ADR) requirements.” Krueger continuously improves RFS to ensure optimal tare weight and improved equipment longevity. This dedication to innovation drives all areas of the business – the suspension is also fully supported by a national after sales network. RFS options also include axle capacity for highway use, heavy duty axles for road train applications
Trailer servicing facility in Melbourne.
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Keep cool and carry on SINCE ITS DEBUT AT THE BRISBANE TRUCK SHOW, CARRIER TRANSICOLD’S VECTOR HE 19 TRAILER REFRIGERATION SYSTEM IS SET TO BE A LONG-TERM WINNER FOR TEMPERATURE-SENSITIVE FREIGHT OPERATORS AUSTRALIA WIDE. The entire Carrier Transicold Australia team
that put the ‘High Efficiency’ into
which he says has been independently
has been very busy since the launch of
the Vector HE 19.
verified against the partial load fuel burn standards of the European Committee for
the Vector High Efficiency (HE) 19 trailer refrigeration unit (TRU) at the Brisbane
Fuel for thought
Standardization (CEN) and the Association
Truck Show this year.
Running a fuel-efficient road transport
Technic Energy Environment (ATEE).
Carrier is rolling out a new trailer
operation is vital for operators to maintain
The average fleet could save as much
refrigeration unit to the Australian market and it is, according to the
a healthy business. Fuel inefficiencies as a
as 5.47 litres of fuel every day and 5.4
result of running inferior cooling systems,
tonnes of C02 a year, according to Kelly.
temperature-control equipment specialist,
for example, is a drain on company
He adds that the system is also 19 per
without doubt the most important new
resources that can rectified with the
model to enter its range in recent times.
implementation of quality TRUs.
cent more efficient than its predecessor when running on electric standby, further
Kelly Geddes, Carrier Transicold Australia Director of Product & Aftermarket
Kelly explains that the heart of its new
reducing running costs.
Solutions, has shared five key features
that delivers a 30 per cent fuel saving,
flagship TRU is a multi-speed engine Light on its feet Maximising pallet capacity is an essential part of running a profitable freight forwarding business. When it comes to moving chilled and ambient goods, it is a critical consideration to shift as much as possible with fewer truck movements. Due to clever engineering, Kelly says the new Vector HE 19 is 82kg lighter than its predecessor. “That’s an impressive 10 per cent weight saving, which means increased payload capacity or lighter running,” he says. Carrier’s innovative TRUs are helping operators improve their bottom line by providing optimal temperature control at a fraction of what their immediate competition offers. Almost silent running Inner city mobility is changing due to urbanisation. Industry demand for quieter road transport equipment is increasingly on the rise as a result of after-hours freight runs occurring in densely populated city centres. “We know how important it is for our customers to operate with minimal impact on local neighbourhoods, particularly at
Carrier Transicold Vector HE 19 trailer refrigeration unit.
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night,” Kelly says. “That’s why we made noise reduction a priority for our R&D
This is the first of the Vector HE 19 trailer refrigeration units which was installed in 2017 as part of the initial engineering trials in Australia.
“What our R&D teams have achieved with the new Vector HE 19 isn’t just a simple upgrade; it represents a huge step forward in trailer refrigeration. “We joke that only part number it has in common with its predecessor is the Carrier badge on the front. The truth is, these units have been proven in both reliability and performance around the world and here in Australia with exhaustive testing spanning two long, hot Aussie summers.” Contact Carrier Transicold Australia National Sales: 1800 448 166 Melbourne: 03 8353 6100 Sydney: 02 9648 6100 Brisbane: 07 3216 4750 Adelaide: 08 8262 6535 Perth: 08 9353 4544 Web: www.carrier.com.au Follow Carrier on Twitter: @SmartColdChain
teams, and they have really delivered.”
doubled the oil service interval, and
The new Vector HE 19 is reported to
combined with other system improvements,
Fast Fact
be 3dB(A) quieter, cutting the noise by
we’ve reduced maintenance costs by up to
The Vector HE 19 features Carrier
about 50 per cent. This development is
15 per cent,” he says.
Transicold’s patented all-electric E-Drive
an attractive prospect for those operating
technology. This means the unit is Special effects
powered by AC electricity generated
Something that lifts the new Vector HE
by the diesel engine while in transit
On the double
19 to an entirely different level is the use
and also when plugged into mains
Carrier has always been at the forefront
of the Coanda effect – according to Kelly
power while stationary. Importantly,
of making its TRUs more environmentally
– the phenomena that sees a flow of air
the hermetically sealed compressor is
friendly. Kelly says the company wanted
‘stick’ to a curved surface.
reported to be superior at retaining
to significantly reduce both maintenance
“Through intelligent design, we’ve
refrigerant compared to mechanically
costs and its environmental impact with
used the Coanda effect to deliver cool
driven compressors which over time are
the new unit – something the Vector HE 19 has achieved.
air around the trailer compartment far
prone to refrigerant leakage past the drive shaft seal.
“Our new ultra-efficient engine has
performance,” he says.
in the final mile.
more efficiently, which again, improves
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Cool to the core WITH A LOW TARE WEIGHT AND THERMAL EFFICIENCY PERFORMANCE THAT IS CLAIMED TO COMFORTABLY ECLIPSE THE COMPETITION, THE NEW COLD CORE MSC REFRIGERATED TRAILER RANGE BY BRUCE ROCK ENGINEERING IS POISED TO PROVIDE WORTHWHILE EFFICIENCY GAINS TO OPERATORS IN THE TEMPERATURE-CONTROLLED TRANSPORT REALM. The general consensus is that Australia stands
have mastered the art of designing light
The new range, officially unveiled at the 2019
out as having among the harshest operating
tare weight trailers that are suitably robust
conditions for heavy commercial vehicles on
to handle the extreme conditions of WA, or
Brisbane Truck Show in May, is said to be capable of maintaining temperatures as low
the planet.
any other state for that matter, BRE has now
as minus 30°c.
Taking this hypothesis one step further, it
Proudly built in Australia, the Cold Core
could be fairly asserted that the country’s
added another string to its bow in the form of its newly released Cold Core MSC range of
largest and most western state plays host to
refrigerated trailers.
length chassis for road train compatibility. The
every environmental extreme (except perhaps for snow) that this wide brown land has to
BRE is the sole Australian distributor for
chassis are engineered and manufactured to
Wabash National, North America’s largest
BRE’s exacting standards.
offer.
trailer manufacturer, and the new Cold Core
The semi-trailers come in sizes starting
Vast distances, high ambient temperatures,
MSC range is the result of a partnership
from 22 pallet capacity all the way through
plenty of unsealed outback roads – WA has
between the two companies.
to 28 pallet capacity, the latter being a
it all, and then some. And when it comes to
It combines Wabash National’s Moulded
Performance-Based Standards approved
transporting perishable goods, particularly
Structural Composite (MSC) panel technology
quad-axle configuration.
of the chilled and frozen variety, all of these
with BRE’s Aussie designed and built chassis,
Similarly, roll-back lead trailers for B-train
factors conspire to make life far from easy for
with the trailers produced at BRE’s WA
combinations range in length to enable either
the transporter.
premises.
10 or 12 pallet capacities.
Bruce Rock Engineering (BRE), has earnt a
According to BRE, this collaboration of
BRE points out that the relatively light tare
rock-solid reputation for producing a wide
expertise has delivered refrigerated trailers
weights of the trailers enable higher load
range of trailers for the agricultural, mining,
that are aesthetically pleasing, strong yet
carrying capacities.
construction and general freight sectors.
light, while possessing the best thermal
In fact, the company says a 22-pallet road
With a talented team of engineers that
efficiency available to the Australian market.
train spec Cold Core unit, as displayed at the
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MSC range of semi-trailers includes full-
Brisbane Truck Show (BTS) in fully operational trim, tares at a remarkably light 8780kg. According to BRE, thermal performance testing recently undertaken by Supercool in Brisbane to AS4982 standards on the 45’ (22 pallet) van displayed at the BTS has revealed a coefficient of insulative effectiveness or K Value of 0.44 W/m2K. This is claimed to be the best thermal efficiency result ever achieved by an Australian manufactured fridge van. “Many Australian freight operators are familiar with the Wabash name and the benefits that weight reductions in its products can have in increasing their load capacity,”
Cold Core MSC trailer interior.
said Bruce Rock Engineering Managing Director, Damion Verhoogt.
chassis;
tanks, long range fuel tanks and Alcoa
“We are now able to bring the same
• Electronic braking system (EBS);
aluminium wheels.
reliability, temperature control and weight
• Double loader options;
“BRE combines premium materials and
performance to this new refrigerated
• Multi-temp zone options; • Hella lights and dangerous goods (DG)
components with stringent quality controls
trailer, with outstanding build quality, a comprehensive options list and smooth gloss sides that Australian operators demand.
compliant wiring; • One-piece moulded structural floor,
to ensure high-quality products that deliver sustained profitability for our clients,” said Verhoogt.
“The Cold Core MSC will be a game-
roof, sides and front wall with gloss gel
“The Cold Core MSC range continues this
changer with 25 per cent better thermal
coat finish;
philosophy of combining global technology,
efficiency than the Wabash conventional
• Fully bonded construction - no rivets;
research and development with Australian
Arctic Lite reefer. This gain is increased
• Roof and floor insulation thickness
knowledge and expertise to bring to market a refrigerated trailer that has
to 50 per cent better than some rivals, which is based on field test data, not just theory,” Verhoogt said. The Cold Core MSC range comes with an extensive list of standard and optional features including: • A full range of axle and suspension options; • STRENX ultra high tensile auto fabricated
of 100mm; • Side wall insulation thickness of 40mm;
superior thermal efficiency, uses less fuel
• Stainless steel rear frame and
and reduces operating costs.”
docking bumper; • Standard barn doors with stainless hardware or optional overhead roller door. All Cold Core MSC trailers will be available with different combinations of equipment and accessories such as tool boxes, water
Contact Bruce Rock Engineering 15 Swan Street Bruce Rock WA 6418 Ph: 08 9061 1253 www.brucerockengineering.com.au
According to Bruce Rock Engineering, thermal performance testing recently undertaken by Supercool in Brisbane to AS4982 standards on the 45’ (22 pallet) van displayed at the BTS has revealed a coefficient of insulative effectiveness or K Value of 0.44 W/m2K.
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REFRIGERATED TRANSPORT EQUIPMENT
Success through versatility FROM FRESH PRODUCE TO CARPETS, PLANTS AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN, EXODAS TRANSPORT IS A DIVERSE BUSINESS THAT REQUIRES FLEXIBILITY IN ITS EQUIPMENT. VAWDREY AUSTRALIA’S ABILITY TO ENGINEER CUSTOMISED TRAILER SOLUTIONS IS PAVING THE WAY FOR INCREASED EFFICIENCIES WITHIN THE BUSINESS AND SUPPORTING ITS CONTINUOUS GROWTH. From humble beginnings in 2001, owner
vans, double drop deck curtain-siders with
and Managing Director of Exodas Transport,
80 per cent of the fleet now made up of refrigerated trailers.
Brett Tynan, started out with a single truck,
Today, Exodas operates a fleet of over
ramps. While some of these were purchased
sub-contracting for a nearby general freight
120 dry and refrigerated trailers – the vast
to replace older trailers, most were to
transport business. A second truck came less
majority built by Vawdrey. It transports
accommodate business growth.
than two years later and introduced him to
freight nationwide and operates out of
Vawdrey’s high levels of service, coupled with
the field of nursery work. A willingness to
its four depots – Yatala, Townsville and
its ability to develop innovative solutions,
seize opportunity and an ability to adapt to
have resulted in the business becoming
the needs of its customers has seen Exodas
Mareeba in Queensland, and Warnervale in New South Wales.
go from strength to strength.
“We’ve expanded together with our
Through diversification, the business has
customers,” Brett says. “As they’ve gotten
purchasing his first trailer from Vawdrey in 2006, Brett says he hasn’t had the need
experienced significant growth. Among the
bigger, we’ve grown too. A lot of our
to look anywhere else.
biggest gamechangers was the purchase
“Since then I’ve only really bought Vawdrey.
of Malin Refrigerated Transport in 2017.
expansion has resulted from our existing loyal customer base.”
Though Exodas had already been offering
The fleet is as diverse as Exodas’ operations.
work with,” Brett says. “We tell them what
refrigerated transport services for several
In the past six months alone, it has welcomed
we need and the engineers come back to
years, this acquisition increased this division
28 new Vawdrey trailers into its fleet.
us with what they can deliver. Vawdrey’s
of the business significantly, with up to
These have included freezer vans, fridge
high levels of service make it a really great
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mezzanines and drop deck trailers with
Exodas’ preferred trailer supplier. Since
the staff at Vawdrey have been so easy to
Vawdrey’s high levels of service make it a really great company to deal with. Whenever we need something done, they do it. We know we’ll always be looked after by Vawdrey. The service I get is second to none. Vawdrey offers a competitive price and can also help in any way they can when we need something done or anything fixed. company to deal with. Whenever we need
delivered at the end of April. Uniquely
something done, they do it. We know we’ll
engineered, they can be coupled up to the
always be looked after by Vawdrey. The
company’s refrigerated mezzanine trailers
service I get is second to none. Vawdrey
for use as a B-double. The B-double sets
offers a competitive price and can also
feature split systems with twin evaporators
help in any way they can when we need something done or anything fixed.”
in the rear so that they can be used for fresh produce, chilled and frozen freight.
As an example, the fleet’s customised
“These vans have been designed so they
flat deck tautliners, designed for carpet
are interchangeable with our mezzanine
transportation, are longer than a
trailers, which allows us to use them as part
standard trailer so that Exodas can fit the maximum amount of carpet rolls within a
of a B-double combination,” Brett says. “Vawdrey’s engineers needed to change
B-double combination.
the positioning of the turntable to ensure
“This allows us to fit an extra stack of
we weren’t over length and change
carpet,” Brett says. “Instead of four
the settings of the lighting on the rear
stacks, we can fit five stacks, which makes a big difference. All of our carpet
bumper to ensure we had the right swing clearances.
trailers are now set up this way for
“That sort of flexibility is essential for us
increased efficiency.”
with the different types of freight we
Included in Exodas’ recent trailer
run. It gives us the option of putting
purchases was an order of 16 Vawdrey
different combinations together depending
refrigerated vans, with the last of these
on our needs.”
Contact Vawdrey Australia 1-53 Quantum Close Dandenong South VIC 3175 Ph: 03 9797 3700 Web: www.vawdrey.com.au
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CRANES Rear-mounting one of its Palfinger PK26002 cranes has allowed Okely Contracting to carry more freight, as a trailer can be towed behind.
A change of pace AFTER OVER A DECADE IN MINING, CRAIG OKELY WAS LOOKING FOR A CAREER CHANGE THAT WOULD KEEP HIM CLOSER TO HOME. THE PURCHASE OF A PALFINGER CRANE SPARKED THE START OF HIS NEW JOURNEY. Family owned and operated, Okely
to the business. By having new equipment
model cranes, Craig explains, “I try and
Contracting was started by Craig Okely in
with greater capacity, it has helped the
have everything the same so our employees
October 2015. Having spent the previous
business to grow by leaps and bounds. Now we do a wide variety of work – every
can jump from one to the other seamlessly.
11 years working in the mining industry in Western Australia’s Pilbara region, Craig
day is different. I wouldn’t do anything else –
including the rigging gear, and that will be
decided it was time for a career change that
I really enjoy my job,” Craig says.
the same for any new purchases too.”
would enable him to spend less time away
Okely Contracting now operates two
Both of Okely Contracting’s cranes are
from his wife and two young children.
Palfinger PK26002 cranes, with one front-
equipped with Palfinger’s HPLS technology,
With that in mind, Craig purchased his first
mounted, and the other rear-mounted so
which stands for High Power Lifting System.
crane, a second hand Palfinger PK 15002,
It works to increase the crane’s capacity by
and began his new venture in the suburb of
it can also tow a trailer, allowing for twice the amount of freight.
Canning Vale in Perth.
“I started with a Palfinger in the beginning
speed. When HPLS is activated, the hydraulic
Piece by piece, he grew his business, before
and wouldn’t order anything else. I’ve never
pressure is increased electronically, in turn
the need arose for a larger crane with a
experienced any issues with this brand
allowing a higher payload to be achieved.
greater lifting capacity.
of crane. I had such a good run with my
“With the original crane, I could only lift
original crane – it never let me down. The
Okely Contracting’s front-mounted PK26002 crane can lift up to 4.5 tonne
three tonne, so I was struggling to create
Palfinger brand has always been reliable for me,” adds Craig.
and achieve a reach of 12 metres, while on
new clients, so I updated to a Palfinger PK26002. It has added much more versatility
In choosing to purchase two of the same
10 metre reach.
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Everything we have is interchangeable,
up to 15 per cent with reduced working
the rear-mounted option, the crane has a
With the original crane, I could only lift three tonne, so I was struggling to create new clients, so I updated to a Palfinger PK26002. It has added much more versatility to the business. By having new equipment with greater capacity, it has helped the business to grow by leaps and bounds. Through offering a reliable, high quality
and reliability of the Palfinger brand, Craig
service, Okely Contracting has continued
asserts that the service he receives is another
to gain new clients, and this has resulted in
major drawcard. “I can’t rate the service
the opportunity to further add to the fleet,
highly enough. I deal solely with WA Sales
with plans for an even bigger crane that will
Manager, Mick Stone, who I have worked
allow the business to take on larger jobs.
with since the beginning. The service offered
Craig reveals his plans to add a third
by Mick and the Palfinger team really is
member to his Palfinger family in the form of the PK41002 EH-E, which will
ten out of ten. When you develop that
provide even greater reach, at up to 16
you change it? The level of service really is
metres. It will also offer a higher lifting
unbelievable. If I’ve needed anything, it’s as
capacity of 7 tonne.
simple as shooting through an email and
“We often do jobs that require items to be
they’re onto it straight away.”
sort of business relationship, why would
positioned in multiple locations onsite. With the increased level of reach on a new crane, it will mean we can pull up in one position and unload everything into its place, without having to move,” adds Craig. In addition to being impressed by the quality
Contact Gough Palfinger Australia 66 Industrial Avenue Wacol QLD 4076 Ph: 13 CRANES – 13 27 26 Web: www.palfinger.com.au
Having two Palfinger PK26002 cranes in the fleet allows the business to lift and carry a wide variety of freight, including shipping containers.
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PAINT AND COATINGS
Over and above ONE OF AUSTALIA’S LEADING BESPOKE TRAILER MANUFACTURERS, TOPSTART TRAILERS, TRUSTS VALSPAR INDUSTRIAL MIX COATINGS, MANUFACTURED BY SHERWIN-WILLIAMS, TO CONSISTENTLY PROVIDE THE HIGH-GLOSS SURFACE FINISH BEFITTING ITS TOP-SHELF TRAILERS. Leading trailer producer TopStart has been
be applied virtually straight away which
using Valspar Industrial Mix coatings for
markedly reduces the overall painting time.
obvious than if the undercoat was grey, for example.”
more than five years and according to the
“Where it used to take three days to paint
Along with such a glowing endorsement for
company’s Operations Manager, Jimmy
a trailer, we can now do the job in one day
the product, Jimmy also holds in high esteem
Bouzinelos, not only has the product
which means a massive saving of resources.
the people from Sherwin-Williams who, he
met TopStart’s high expectations, but the
“We’re very happy with the Valspar
Sherwin-Williams people have gone above
product,” Jimmy continues. “The gloss
relates, have exceeded his expectations in terms of their customer service.
and beyond in their quest to provide the
finish and the coverage are superb.
“They really put themselves out initially to
ultimate levels of customer service. “We have a lot of customers who really
Particularly with the red colour that we
demonstrate the product,” he says. “They spent the whole day painting a trailer with
take immense pride in their trailers and
use on a lot of our customers’ trailers, it seems to hold its shine really well for
want the best possible paint finish,” Jimmy
a long period.
obligation for us to buy it.
says. “Since we’ve been using Valspar
“Some of our customers have trailers
paint we have not had an issue with the
that are five to six years old and were
“That’s what really sold me – the fact that they were willing to go the extra
quality of the paint finish on any of the
built when we first started using Valspar
mile to make sure we were happy with
trailers we have produced.” Jimmy goes on to explain that the Valspar
Industrial Mix – they still have that shiny
the outcome, rather than just trying to
newly-painted look. They take a lot of
sell us the paint.”
Industrial Mix has the capability to be
pride in the appearance of their trailers and
Jimmy says this high level of customer
applied wet-on-wet, meaning after the
having the best possible paint finish is very important to them.”
service has continued unabated, citing
One of the critical points of paint application is that the painter must be
people going above and beyond the call of duty.
happy with the product, particularly the
“One Sunday we blew a line on the
way it flows onto the item being painted. In
painting equipment and lost a lot of paint,
this respect Jimmy says the Valspar coatings
meaning we couldn’t finish the job. I called
are well regarded by TopStart’s painters.
them up and they sprang straight into
“One of our painters was a big fan of
action, went to the warehouse and mixed
another brand of paint that we used, but now that he’s come onboard with Valspar
the paint and brought it right over to us. “With that sort of A1 service, they’ve got
he couldn’t be happier,” Jimmy says. “He
me for life. You just don’t expect someone
reckons it’s easy to mix, sprays really well
to do that for you on a Sunday and I
and gives a great off-the-gun gloss finish.”
wouldn’t expect it all the time. But the one
Another impressive feature of the Valspar
time we were stuck, I rang them and they
undercoat, according to Jimmy, is the way it
came to our rescue straight up.”
is made to match the colour of the topcoat.
All up, the picture Jimmy paints is of a
This means chips or scratches that occur
company with great products that backs
on the topcoat through everyday use are
them up with unbeatable customer service and support.
undercoat is sprayed on, the top coat can
nowhere near as noticeable.
my painter free of charge and with no
another example of the Sherwin-Williams
“I really love how they make the undercoat to colour, so if we paint red the undercoat is red or if we paint blue the undercoat is blue,” Jimmy explains. “That way when a TopStart’s trailers hold their shine with Valspar Industrial Mix coatings.
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blue trailer gets chipped you see the blue undercoat which makes the chip far less
Contact Keith Harvey Sherwin Williams Automotive Finishes Industrial Sales Manager Ph: 0499 900 248 Web: www.valsparindustrialmix.com.au
WEIGHS LESS, WAY LESS. The Vector 1550 unit from Carrier is one of the lightest trailer refrigeration units on the market (712 kg) and operates with low noise emissions (71 dB). And while Vector 1550 units weigh less, they also offer way more. Designed using the patented combination of a hermetic compressor with an economizer, it delivers a 40 percent increase in refrigeration capacity during pull down. As a result, Vector 1550 units deliver faster temperature pull down, reaching the desired set point up to 25 percent faster compared to conventional technology and with extremely precise temperature control (+/- 0.8°C). As if that’s not enough, the Vector 1550 unit’s low fuel consumption reduces its overall carbon impact by up to 19 percent compared to conventional systems, the equivalent of removing 2.8 tons of CO2 per unit per year.
Carrier Transicold Australia Nationwide Ph: 1800 448 166 www.transicold.carrier.com.au
Performance data dependent on a range of operational settings, environmental conditions, and model type. Data is based on the Vector 1550-T Low Noise model. © 2017 Carrier Corporation.
PAINT AND COATINGS
Primed for productivity and protection BY INTRODUCING OUTSTANDING BENEFITS FOR BOTH VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS AND END USERS, PPG’S F4949 CT PRODUCTIVE CHASSIS PRIMER BINDER HAS BECOME AN INSTANT MARKET FAVOURITE. PPG’s F4949 CT Productive Chassis Primer
engineers at PPG’s local headquarters in
an epoxy primer. Both have downsides –
Binder is a new and unique solution for
Clayton, Melbourne where able to source the
1K primers lack the performance of 2K
priming blasted metal surfaces (trailers, truck
latest technology building blocks from PPG’s
technology and epoxy primers tend to have
chassis, machinery, etc.) – one that lets users
global R&D group. This provided the catalyst
a lengthy curing time that can slow down
build more units per day, with reduced labour,
for a no-compromise priming method that is
production. However, the PPG developed,
materials and energy.
unrivalled on the local market.
next generation polymer chemistry found in
On top of this, it delivers valuable long-term
F4949 CT Productive Chassis Primer Binder,
benefits to vehicle operators, in terms of paint
Resetting the benchmark
film durability. As part of the world’s largest
In the past, priming blasted metal surfaces
has reset traditional thinking. Instead of having to choose between a 1K primer or
manufacturer of transportation coatings,
meant selecting either a 1K primer or
an epoxy primer, it’s possible to get the
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sanding before the topcoat is applied. It also features a high productivity Wet-OnWet (WOW) mode which means there is no need for a primer curing cycle – the topcoat colour can simply be applied over the top. Being tinted to a sympathetic colour to match the topcoat colour brings even more advantages. Not only does it allow the topcoat coverage to be achieved quicker which saves on application time, it can also be done using less topcoat material which helps trim overall job cost. In the long term, having the sympathetic primer colour underneath the topcoat even benefits the vehicle operator. Rather than stone chips, scratches, etc standing out as grey or beige (typical primer colours), the underlying colour means these blemishes are not immediately obvious and UV protection of the finish is retained.
In the long term, having the sympathetic primer colour underneath the topcoat even benefits the vehicle operator. Rather than stone chips, scratches, etc standing out as grey or beige (typical primer colours), the underlying colour means these blemishes are not immediately obvious and UV protection of the finish is retained.
Production speed using 4949 Delfleet CT Productive Chassis Primer Mixed Colour
which was developed specifically for
can also be ramped up even further simply
Commercial Transport applications.
by taking advantage of the special HP
Virtually every leading truck manufacturer
(High Performance) Thinner which cuts
in the world, including Mercedes-
bake time in half, to just 20 minutes. Four
Benz, Freightliner, Western Star, Volvo,
versions are available to cater to different
Mack, Kenworth, MAN, Isuzu, Hino
best of both worlds. As a tintable primer,
temperature ranges – F3343 Low Temp HP
F4949 CT Productive Chassis Primer Binder
Thinner, F3345 HP Thinner, F3348 High
and Mitsubishi, has used the Delfleet Evolution paint system to coat literally
is designed to be used with the DELFLEET
Temp HP Thinner and F3349 Extra High
tens of thousands of vehicles. This is
Evolution tinter range to create 4949
Temp Thinner for those extreme 35°C and
repeated on the local market where
Delfleet CT Productive Chassis Primer
above days.
PPG supplies truck manufacturers
Mixed Colour. This makes the primer
For added versatility, PPG has also launched
Kenworth, Iveco, Volvo and Mack, as
colour complimentary to the topcoat
F4957 CT Productive Silver. It shares the
well as major coach and bus makers and
colour. Best of all, it has all the sought-after
same advanced resin technology and
many leading trailer builders, including
attributes of an epoxy primer (it lays down
productive properties but comes in a silver
Vawdrey, MaxiTRANS, Tieman, Haulmark,
nicely and has excellent adhesion and anti-corrosion properties), combined with
colour so it can be applied directly to
Sloanebuilt, ATE Tankers and VSE Genuine
blasted metal surfaces, without the need for a separate primer, where it leaves an
Truck Bodies. The Delfleet Evolution system
the film-build and speed of a two-pack polyurethane coating.
attractive silver final finish.
same product available to refinish users
Productivity is in the name
Instant market favourite
which gives them significant advantages in terms of quickly and accurately
The 4949 Delfleet CT Productive Chassis
With its ability to slot straight into the
matching the original ‘factory’ colour,
Primer Mixed Colour resets the benchmark
production process and deliver substantial
finish and quality.
for productivity without sacrificing quality,
performance benefits, it’s perhaps no
according to PPG. The key is dramatically
surprise to learn, according to PPG, that
reduced labour time to process each unit.
F4949 CT Productive Chassis Primer Binder
For a start, the self-levelling properties leave
has become a best seller. It now forms part
a surface finish which doesn’t require any
of PPG’s Delfleet Evolution paint system
used ‘on-line’ by OEMs is exactly the
Contact PPG Ph: 13 24 24 (AU) / 0800 320 320 (NZ) Web: www.ppgrefinish.com.au
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Changes to ADR38/05 are fast approaching, is your business ready for the 1st July? On the 1st July 2019, changes to ADR 38/05 will mandate that all new trailer models built above Stability Control (RSC). Then by the 1st November, all new trailers built must also comply.
new trailers over 4.5 tonnes, and that trailers designed to tow another trailer must supply a 24-volt connector for the towed trailer.
but new road train converter dollies and non-standard low loaders will be exempt.
may need to update their trailer designs before the deadline in order to comply.
Roll stability support (RSS) required by ADR38/05 to reduce the risk of trailer roll overs; Brake-by-
power connector; loggers, plus much more. Whether you plan to build a single trailer or produce over a 100 a week, you should be planning to add complying braking systems now. At WABCO, we have been at the forefront of heavy vehicle braking technology with over 9 million ABS and EBS systems currently in the market world-wide. WABCO’s Australian Distributors are experts in supplying TEBS build kits to Trailer Manufacturers to make upgrading your equipment as simple as possible.
’ help you meet the changes to ADR 38/05, get in contact with our team today. Call us on 1300 492 226 today to learn more
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PAINT AND COATINGS
A coat for all occasions UNITING THE STRENGTH OF ONE OF THE WORLD’S LARGEST COATINGS COMPANIES WITH LOCAL INDUSTRY KNOW-HOW AND EXPERTISE, SHERWIN-WILLIAMS HAS ANNOUNCED ITS INTENTION TO TRANSFORM THE REFINISHING REALM OF THE AUSTRALIAN COMMERCIAL VEHICLE MARKET. TRAILER SPEAKS WITH NEWLY APPOINTED NATIONAL SALES MANAGER FOR COMMERCIAL AND FLEET, MELANIE SAMMONS-TOIA. The Sherwin-Williams Company specialises
appointed as National Sales Manager
specific requirements in order to formulate a
in the manufacture of a vast range of paints
Commercial and Fleet to introduce the
solution that meets their needs.”
and coatings. Its coatings have been used
Sherwin-Williams specialist – Genesis
The Genesis system has a vast range of
on iconic structures including the White
commercial vehicle system – into the
approved applications and is said to be
House, the Golden Gate bridge and the Burj
Australian and New Zealand markets.
specified by a number of leading commercial
Khalifa in Dubai, which is claimed to be the world’s tallest structure.
“Sherwin-Williams understands that
vehicle manufacturers including Kenworth, Volvo, Mack and Navistar, to name a few.
The company was founded in the US in 1866
commercial vehicle refinishers have unique needs,” says Melanie
when Henry Sherwin and Edward Williams
“As a result, we have combined global and
comprises a wide range of coatings solutions
capitalised on an opportunity to develop
local expertise to offer more than just paint.
covering the broad spectrum of commercial
and produce paint products that would go
Sherwin-Williams can provide accurate colour
vehicle needs.
on to revolutionise the industrial economy.
matching and access to the latest coating
“The Genesis range includes basecoats
Their vision quickly grew and over the next
related technology in the transport industry.
and 2K (two-pack) direct gloss technology
150 years the company opened over 4,800 stores globally.
“We draw on our proven history of high-
coatings, all from the one set of tinters.
quality innovation and our global track record
Products may be combined with a variety
After purchasing Valspar in 2017, the
to offer the Australian market a new solution
of hardeners, thinners and additives to
company is now actively working to
for commercial vehicles.”
increase its Australian and Asian presence.
According to Sherwin-Williams, Genesis is
customise the application properties to suit specific customer requirements,”
Through this purchase, Sherwin-Williams
designed to provide high calibre finishes
Melanie explains.
Coatings now also owns renowned coating brand Wattyl.
for both original equipment manufacturers
“The success of the Genesis system globally
(OEM) and fleet refinishers, along with
is due to the fact that it offers a complete
In Australia, the various brands of
solution, going far beyond the can of
Sherwin-Williams are used across multiple
associated industries including the signage market.
market segments including automotive
“We work with our clients at their sites to
“Our dedicated team of specialists helps
refinish, heavy-duty industrial, decorative, professional painter and commercial
develop customised, robust systems to meet
transform businesses by offering complete
their specific needs,” Melanie continues.
process improvements. We look at every
vehicle markets.
“We don’t have a one-size-fits-all approach;
aspect of the procedure and optimise each
Melanie Sammons-Toia was recently
we listen to each customer and evaluate their
element, ensuring synergy throughout the
In terms of products, the Genesis system
paint,” she adds.
entire operation. “We are extremely excited to showcase the Genesis system and offer the Australian market more choice when it comes to heavy vehicle coatings.” Contact Melanie Sammons-Toia National Sales Manager - Commercial/Fleet Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes Unit 11/8 Kerta Road, Kincumber NSW 2251, Australia Mobile: 0428 403 421 Email: melanie.sammons-toia@sherwin.com Website: https://www.sherwin-automotive.com/ fleet-refinishing
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All in the detail
Krueger Transport equipment skeletal trailer.
AXALTA HAS OPENED A NEW REGIONAL DISTRIBUTION WAREHOUSE, SERVICE CENTRE AND STATE-OF-THE-ART CUSTOMER TRAINING FACILITY IN SYDNEY, ALLOWING THE GLOBAL COATINGS COMPANY TO BETTER SERVICE ITS CUSTOMERS LOCALLY. Axalta officially opened its Australia and New
growing Australian and New Zealand markets
methods all from this terrific new facility.”
Zealand regional multi-functional facility in
and creates an important opportunity to be
Axalta’s commitment to innovation, training
early February 2019. In the Australian market,
closer to our customers under one roof.”
and offering the latest technology in its
Axalta supplies paints and coatings for
At the new Axalta facility, a training centre
products, have resulted in a loyal customer
commercial vehicles, industrial applications
will be opening later this year, allowing
base. Victorian trailer builder, Krueger
and the automotive repair sector; with each
customers to be shown the latest spraying
Transport Equipment, is among the brand’s
of these divisions represented at the new
application systems that use less energy
loyal customers, having exclusively used the
facility. Located in Marsden Park, Western
and reduce waste, have a fast-drying
brand’s paints and coatings across its trailer
Sydney, it features regional corporate offices,
finish, and use superior colour matching
range for over a decade. “Axalta offers
a customer training facility, and a warehouse
technologies. “Axalta is a world leader in
high quality products that complement our
and distribution centre. The 5,300 square
Refinish and consistently invests in enhancing
product and our high standards. We consider
metre space will enable higher quality and
our capabilities, facilities, and training to
them a market leader in our industry, with a
faster service for customers throughout the
help customers grow their businesses,” says Steven Brett, Managing Director,
wide range of superior products. Having trust
to Axalta’s broad selection of advanced coating technologies and products.
Australia and New Zealand, Axalta.
extremely important, because it reflects our
“We are excited about our new training
brand image and our client’s image,” says
“This new facility is a significant milestone
centre, opening soon, which will enhance
Grant Krueger, National Sales Manager at
for Axalta and all of our customers in the
our training capabilities in the region,
Krueger. “The client feedback on our product
region,” says Robert Bryant, CEO of Axalta.
and that we can now offer the most efficient warehousing and distribution
with regards to the paint finish is that it is
region, providing them with greater access
“It demonstrates our confidence in the
in the paint and coating products we use is
a superior finish, with excellent coverage, is durable and long lasting, which is why we
Axalta HQ.
choose Axalta. Even though our products are industrial/structural equipment, clients expect a showroom or automotive finish as their equipment reflects their company image running down the highway. It is important to Krueger that our brand is protected by the quality of the suppliers we work with as this leads to higher resale of our product.”
Contact Axalta Coating Systems Australia Pty Ltd 16 Darling Street Marsden Park NSW 2765 Ph: 1800 292 582 Web: www.axalta.com.au
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TRAILER BUILDING MATERIALS/COMPONENTS
Cleverly engineered AT NEARLY 20 METRES, THE NEWLY RELEASED PERFORMANCE-BASED STANDARDS–APPROVED EASYSTEER MOVING FLOOR TRAILER BY GRAHAM LUSTY TRAILERS OFFERS A UNIQUE SOLUTION FOR HIGH CUBIC HAULAGE. USING A CLEVER SUSPENSION DESIGN, COUPLED WITH AN INNOVATIVE BRAKING SYSTEM BY KNORR-BREMSE, THE WORK OF A B-DOUBLE IS BEING DONE WITH A SINGLE TRAILER. Unveiled at the recent Brisbane Truck Show in mid-May, Graham Lusty Trailers (GLT) says that this new trailer solution is a world-first. “It’s a 64 ft unit that can replace a B-double. The way it has been engineered results in a payload increase of about four to five tonne over a traditional tri-axle trailer, which is achieved purely by the Easysteer suspension module,” explains Simon Frederiksen, Marketing Manager at GLT. “Because wood chips are a light product, at around 380kg per cubic metre, we need to go longer with the trailer to get the 127 cubic metres. Payload wise, the trailer can carry up to 32.2 tonnes, when coupled with the twin steer truck it has been designed around.” The trailer has B-double route access and
Knorr-Bremse customised the braking system of the Easysteer moving floor trailer to optimise the suspension.
is PBS approved. Its tare weight is 11.5 tonnes, compared to a traditional B-double moving floor, which GLT says typically weighs in at about 15-17 tonnes.
up, this trailer use special axle spacing’s
preferred supplier for EBS, citing the high
“So it’s quite a bit lighter,” Simon says.
with a tandem group and a single axle
levels of aftersales service as a major
“It’s all about improving productivity
which gives you an increase payload of
drawcard, coupled with the brand’s
and increasing safety, as we eliminate a second trailer within the combination.
four to five tonne,” Simon says. “The
innovative technology and programming. “If a customer has a problem with their
The time required to unload is also
way the suspension oscillates and turns is quite unique.”
decreased because there is no need to
As the 64ft Easysteer moving floor is a
port of call, and Knorr-Bremse is always
unhook trailers to unload.”
completely new concept, GLT needed to
quick to rectify any issues,” he says. “Knorr-
Key to the increased payload is the
work closely with Knorr-Bremse when
Bremse really listens to what the OEMs and
Easysteer suspension module equipped
it came to the braking system.
their customers need.”
with Hendrickson axles and airbag
“This trailer set up hasn’t been done before
Looking ahead, GLT is working to further
suspension. This innovative suspension
with an Electronic Braking System (EBS),”
design was originally engineered by
Simon says. “Knorr-Bremse custom tuned
develop this Easysteer system for use in its end and side tipping trailers.
Tasmanian based Elphinstone Engineering
its system to suit how the suspension
which specialises in logging trailers and
module reacts when going down the road.”
weighing systems. GLT has now licensed
GLT has a long-standing partnership
the patent and is using it as an option to produce its moving floor trailers.
with Knorr-Bremse, that started almost a decade ago.
“Instead of the traditional tri-axle set-
Simon says Knorr-Bremse is GLT’s
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trailer braking system, we are often the first
Contact Knorr-Bremse 23-29 Factory Street Granville NSW 2142 Ph: 02 8863 6500 Web: www.knorr-bremse.com.au
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Brianza Plastica renews commercial vehicle industry ITALIAN MANUFACTURER, BRIANZA PLASTICA, CONTINUES TO CONSOLIDATE ITS PRESENCE IN THE COMMERCIAL ROAD TRANSPORT INDUSTRY AND PRESENTS A COMPLETE RANGE OF PRODUCTS TO SATISFY THE MOST DISPARATE CUSTOMERS’ NEEDS. Brianza Plastica strongly believes in the
The Italian manufacturer has access to
durability of the material, resistance to
prospect of growth in the commercial
laminates produced via hot continuous
atmospheric agents and UV rays due to
vehicle sector. The company is present
lamination (Elyplan) and laminates produced
gelcoat protection, easy repair and the low
in both European and worldwide
via cold discontinuous lamination (Elycold),
coefficient of thermal expansion.
markets, with activities and exhibitions in various continents.
which are characterised by an excellent
Brianza Plastica fibreglass laminates
aesthetic finish.
dedicated to the commercial vehicle sector
Brianza Plastica products take on a primary
The high quality, light, resistant and durable
have a thickness varying from 0.8 to 4 mm,
role in the commercial industry, where
aspects of Elycold and Elyplan fibreglass
with the option of a matt or gloss finish.
the aesthetic quality of its laminate is
laminate finishes enables a wide variety
The company has also developed a dedicated
particularly appreciated. The business has
of practical applications for use with
its foundations in producing fibreglass
commercial vehicles. These applications
range of products to save weight on the panels: Elycold Lite and Elycold Xlite. These
laminates for the construction industry back
include the construction of walls, roofs,
laminates are very thick and are obtained
in 1962 and by the 2000s it diversified into
floors and internal linings.
by the reinforcement of glass fabric based
manufacturing flat laminate sheets and rolls to complement trailer and rigid-body builds.
The range of flat laminates of Brianza
on an ultra-new concept. They start from
Plastica is distinguished by extreme
1.5 mm and reach high thicknesses of up to 4mm – 60m in length. The Elyplan embossed range is, according to Brianza Plastica, the ideal solution for the construction of additional reinforcement strips for internal walls, which are suitable for reinforcing against the movement of pallet or general goods. The new Elyplan Antislip range, rolls and sheets produced by continuous lamination, is also ideal for floors to prevent slipping of vehicle loads. The product is available in two different finishes: coarse grained ‘XT’ and fine grained ‘MEDIUM’; both products ensure an excellent value of slip resistance due to the addition of a special mineral granulate (R13 class tested according to DIN51130:2014-02). Both products have passed the abrasion resistance test according to D4060-ISO 9352, ensuring a long lifecycle. It is also available in different thicknesses, on request with or without woven roving. Standard colour grey; other colours on request. The NO BAC laminate developed by Brianza Plastica allows for the elimination of almost all traces of bacteria present on a surface,
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The new Elyplan sheets and rolls in metallic colours produced with the continuous hot lamination process is available with a standard and high finish surface. The product is reported to ensure excellent aesthetic quality, which means no additional coating or painting is required. It comes in a wide range of colours, from grey to all the RAL colours, upon evaluation with our sales team and with minimum quantities. Available in various thicknesses, with optional mat. Brianza Plastica R&D team is always available to study and develop the right material upon request. Liner Supply is Brianza Plastica’s exclusive partner to distribute Italian-made Brianza Plastica’s laminates ensure high quality commercial vehicle builds.
fibreglass sheets to Australian and New Zealand markets.
preventing their subsequent colonisation and
from the production phase, and is evenly
providing an additional level of protection in
distributed across the entire surface. This
any environment. The NO BAC technology, based on silver, is permanently integrated
innovative product has numerous fields of application in all environments with
on the surface of the laminate, right
high hygiene requirements.
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Keeping the wheels turning SEEKING SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE FROM ITS TRAILERS, BLENNERS TRANSPORT STARTED USING BPW COMPONENTS MORE THAN 30 YEARS AGO. HAVING HAD VERY FEW ISSUES SINCE, THE COMPANY HAS NOW STANDARDISED ON BPW AXLES AND SUSPENSION ACROSS ITS SUBSTANTIAL TRAILER FLEET. Established in 1988 by Les and Judy Blennerhassett at Tully in far north Queensland, Blenners Transport specialises
Judy and Les Blennerhassett established Blenners Transport in 1988.
in the haulage and storage of chilled, frozen and dry goods. From humble beginnings the company grew quickly and additional depots in Brisbane, Cairns, Innisfail, Mackay, Townsville and Mareeba were progressively established. In addition to its specialty of line haul and local temperature-controlled transport, Blenners’ suite of services includes long- and short-term storage of frozen and chilled products utilising temperature-controlled loading docks to ensure cold chain integrity. In fact, coinciding with the company’s 30th anniversary, an all-new state-of-the-art Brisbane storage facility for frozen, chilled and ambient goods was recently commissioned. With capacity of over 6,000 pallet spaces, 11 temperature-controlled docks and three dry
capital cities around Australia.
requirements we generally do not specify
docks, it was designed to deliver maximum
With such a time-sensitive operation, it’s
efficiency in the flow of goods and services
hardly surprising that ultimate uptime of
other brands within our fleet. We have a keen belief that ‘if it works, it works’.”
whilst ensuring product integrity at all stages.
every piece of transport equipment is of
According to John, Blenners conducts 99 per
As a prominent carrier for fruit and vegetable
utmost importance to Blenners.
cent of all maintenance activities in-house.
wholesalers in Townsville and Cairns, during
For this reason, the company now
“We have two fully equipped workshops
peak banana season up to 195 Blenners
operates a full complement of 240 BPWequipped trailers.
in Brisbane and Tully and close to
vans are loaded per week, delivering the produce in pristine condition to the major
It’s a strategy that has paid dividends, says
60 maintenance staff keeping it all running,” he says.
John McKnight, Business Enhancement
“The aftersales service and support we
Manager at Blenners Transport.
receive from BPW Transpec is first class,”
Fast Fact
“We chose to standardise on BPW
John reiterates. “They provide in-house
According to John McKnight, Business
components for their reliability, simplicity and
training for our technicians and offer
Enhancement Manager at Blenners
durability,” John explains. “And also because
technical support with any complex issues
Transport, the company has a ‘no
of the exceptional after sales service.
that arise. They have always been there for
compromise’ mantra when specifying
“We view our relationship with BPW Transpec
us when we’ve needed them.”
the equipment it uses in its fleet,
as a key partnership that has contributed
On the subject of the company’s most recent
including BPW axles and suspension.
to the success of our company over the
BPW-equipped trailer acquisitions, John says
years,” he says, adding that the company’s
the 16-strong order earlier this year included
“We will only operate the best of the
philosophy is to find the best product for
seven 34-pallet B-double sets and one
best. If it doesn’t perform, it doesn’t
each application and then stick to it.
44-pallet road train combination.
belong,” he asserts.
“In all honesty, once we have determined
Blenners has a uniform undercarriage
which product is most suitable to our
specification across the entire trailer fleet
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which comprises BPW AU D36 and AM
During peak banana season up to 195 Blenners vans are loaded per week.
D36 air suspension for B-double lead and tag trailers respectively, drum brake axles and Haldex EBS. According to John, equipment orders are confirmed at the beginning of each year with the number determined by the company’s needs for replacement and new growth. The units are subsequently delivered throughout the year in line with Blenners’ requirements and the manufacturers’ production schedules. Speaking on a personal note, John says he has been with the company for six years and continues to enjoy the challenges and rewards that go hand-in-hand with his role. “I know it sounds like a cliché, but it really is like one big family,” he says.
company has a firm belief in traditional
safer and reduce risk throughout the
“I previously worked in the corporate sector,
values and promotes a very customer centric
supply chain,” he says.
but would probably never return based solely
approach to everything it does.
“There has been an overwhelming change
on how well I have been treated by the
“There is also a ‘no compromise’ mantra
of priorities over the last three decades.
Blennerhassett family.”
when specifying the equipment we use in
As an industry our focus has shifted from
John goes on to relay his belief that the secret to the company’s growth and
our fleet – we will only operate the best of
‘Get the freight there at all costs’ to ‘Get
the best. If it doesn’t perform, it doesn’t
the freight there safely – regardless of
success over the last three decades comes
belong,” he asserts.
the cost’.
down to the fact that it remains family-
Turning to the topic of safety for Blenners
“And that has to be a good thing for
owned, meaning it is more dynamic and
employees and other road users, John
everyone.”
responsive to changing customer needs.
remarks that the Australian transport
“And 31 years of experience in refrigerated transport doesn’t go astray
industry is constantly evolving, and in recent times there has been a much greater focus
either!” he quips.
applied to advanced driver aids and safety
As for what other factors set Blenners
features in trucks and trailers.
apart from the competition, John says the
“We are all striving to make our roads
Contact BPW Transpec Pty Ltd 1-11 Cherry Lane Laverton North Vic. 3026 Ph:(03)9267 2434 Web:www.bpwtranspec.com.au
Blenners has a dedicated team of nearly 60 maintenance staff across its Tully and Brisbane workshops.
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INDUSTRY LEADERS
Industry leader: Coralie Chapman TRAILER MAGAZINE SAT DOWN WITH CORALIE CHAPMAN OF LINFOX TO LEARN MORE ABOUT HER JOURNEY IN AUSTRALIA’S COMMERCIAL ROAD TRANSPORT INDUSTRY. What first drew you to the commercial road transport industry? I was placed into a program when I was 19 as I had been out of work for nearly 12 months with no qualifications. On the first day Mick Best from Linfox spoke to us. His passion and enthusiasm for the industry was infectious and at that moment I decided I wanted that same feeling. Since that day it’s hasn’t disappointed me. What has been a highlight for your career so far? The biggest highlight for me so far has been being awarded the Australian Trucking Association’s 2019 Women of the Year. What an honour. To be in the same category as the women that have come before me just blows me away. I was also lucky enough to be sitting with three previous winners of the award – Nola Bransgrove, Pam McMillan and Carol Single. Really, I couldn’t have been in better company. What is the best thing about the transport industry? In my mind – everything. There is so much you can do. I personally have concentrated on road transport but that would be because of my love of trucks. The people,
Coralie Chapman.
the things we do, the freight we move, how we do it, just everything about this industry
Australia Limited is important to me. But it
designer can work for a truck manufacturer.
makes me feel extremely lucky to be apart
is also extremely important to involve men
A lawyer can specialise in transport contract
of it. I cannot express in words the way I
as well. For me if it wasn’t for Mick Best,
law or work for one of the big companies.
feel about transport, but it is a part of me
I wouldn’t be working in the best industry,
Or if media is your passion, you can work
and it would take something pretty huge for me to leave.
in the best country in the world.
in one of the most passionate industries in the country and meet the people on
How can people and companies in the
the ground. Every company would have at
What do female-driven events in
transport industry better promote it
least one female who loves what they do
commercial road transport mean
as a career choice for women?
and wants to share their passion. Find that
to you?
We need to encourage women to use the
person. Get them out there to promote
It is great to have female driven events and
skills and qualifications they already have
what they do and what others can do in
being on the board of Transport Women
and apply them to transport. A graphic
transport.
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Logging on with innovation FOR MORE THAN FOUR DECADES GRAEME ELPHINSTONE HAS BEEN COMING UP WITH INNOVATIVE AND FORWARD-THINKING SOLUTIONS IN LOG TRAILER DESIGN AND MANUFACTURE. HIS ONGOING GOAL IS TO KEEP IMPROVING EFFICIENCIES IN THE HIGHLY COMPETITIVE TRANSPORT REALM FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE INDUSTRY AND THE COUNTRY. Graeme Elphinstone grew up in Highclere
operations over the years, the company has
in Northern Tasmania in a farming family. In
also produced specialist transport equipment
1971 he moved to Triabunna on Tasmania’s
for Antarctica and other countries with
east coast where he worked as a tree faller.
serious traverse requirements.
Thirteen months later Graeme became
In fact, Graeme has completed four
a logging inspector with Tasmania Pulp
Antarctic traverses and orchestrated many
and Forest Holdings. Whilst in this role
design improvements in skis and sleds that
he repaired chainsaws at night and on weekends. This led to the formation of
enable them to better cope with the harsh Antarctic environment.
Elphinstone Saw Centre in 1972.
He has also been instrumental in the
The year 1976 saw Graeme importing on-
development of many new and improved
vehicle scales from the USA with his brother.
loadcells and electronics for on-vehicle
It was not long before he identified where
weighing systems, with all electronics being
log trailer improvements were needed and
manufactured in Australia
wasted no time making these happen.
One of Elphinstone’s pinnacle achievements
In 1977 the first Elphinstone log jinker was
came to pass in 1986 when he designed,
running rigid trucks carting short logs to very basic single-axle pole trailers pulled by single
manufactured and from then on Graeme
manufactured and patented the world’s first
drive prime movers. Then we graduated to
and his dedicated team continued to evolve
folding skeletal trailer with the registered
tandem-tandem pole and skeletal trailers,
the trailers to suit the diverse demands of
trademark name of Fold-A-Skel.
followed by tri-tris, eventually evolving into
the logging sector.
Graeme describes as “monumental” the
the A-doubles we have today.
While innovative design and manufacture of
changes that have occurred in the logging
“We’ve been involved with developing all
log trailers and log transport equipment have
industry over the last five decades.
the different variants including folding pole
been a big part of Elphinstone Engineering’s
“The log transport industry has gone from
and folding skeletal trailers through to slide-
Graeme in relaxation mode.
up self-loading trailers,” Graeme says. EasyLoader tri-tri B-double brought to market in 1997. The unique design earnt Elphinstone the Most Innovative Trailer of the Year award in 1999.
“I am pleased to have seen many changes in terms of the proliferation of safety features incorporated into trucks and trailers. The latest EBS braking systems have been a great development. “I’ve also witnessed massive innovation in the design of equipment to achieve lighter tare weights, higher payloads and safer and easier working conditions.” He proceeds to highlight on-vehicle weighing systems, introduced from 1976, which have given rise to highly accurate weight determination in the logging industry. “Sadly, I have observed that many other transport operations are not taking load mass accuracy as seriously as they could or should. I think the log transport industry can be justifiably proud of the accuracy in terms
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of axle group and gross mass to which the trailers are loaded.” Other changes Graeme regards as significant include the comfort and ease of operation for drivers with the modern features and innovations of trucks, trailers and associated equipment. On the topic of Performance-Based Standards (PBS), Graeme says this development has allowed his company to build innovative trailers including the Long Logger which enables the haulage of 19-metre length logs on a tri-tri B-double. It has also allowed the design and manufacture of Elphinstone’s patented Easy Steer suspension which Graeme says enables longer trailer bodies with higher payloads, while significantly reducing road wear in addition to minimising trailer suspension and tyre wear. It also facilitates the fitment
Fold-A-Skel – an innovative design that was introduced in 1986.
of simple yet highly accurate on-board weighing systems.
describes winning the BHP Steel Award
successfully operate within the
Asked who he admires most in the
in 1985 and being awarded Most
industry, Graeme admits he finds it hard to pinpoint just one person.
Innovative Trailer Of The Year in 1999
many rules and regulations and still achieve admirable results.
for the Easy Loader combination as
“I would like to see a higher standard of
“I admire those within the industry who
significant high points.
training outcomes throughout our training
operate with a high degree of integrity
“Another standout for me was the
organisations with a focus on skill output as
and professionalism in their respective
commissioning of our first tri-tri B-double
opposed to numbers output.
fields,” he says. “I particularly enjoy seeing
Easy Loader self-loading trailer in
“We must not sell our young people short
young people grow and flourish to reach their full potential.”
1997,” Graeme remarks. “This came at a time when we were
as they are not only the future of our industries but of our country.”
As for highlights in his career, Graeme
struggling financially and it proved to be a
Graeme goes on to say he enjoys most
critical turning point for the business. Now
aspects of the transport industry, in
22 years on it is still a very important part
particular designing new innovations and
of our business and we have progressed the
improvements to make equipment more
design further to incorporate the present-
efficient, safer and easier to operate.
day Easy Loader A-double combination.
“I enjoy a good yarn and a laugh about
In other comments, Graeme mentions that
things within our industry and the many
the inability of the PBS system to fully allow
characters that make it up,” he says.
for real innovation concerns him.
“I am also extremely fortunate to have a
“It can be a frustrating and time-
team of highly skilled and dedicated people
consuming system which then makes us more reluctant to be innovative, which is
working with me who have the passion
Graeme Elphinstone (centre) with employees Stephen Combier (left) and Nigel Higgs at this year’s Brisbane Truck Show.
unfortunate,” he says.
and drive to keep the business moving forward into the future.”
“Innovation done for the benefit of the industry and our country rather than for sheer profiteering by a few is very important. It is vital that those working within these organisations can see and understand this.
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Rolling thunder THIRD GENERATION QUEENSLAND-BASED TRANSPORT BUSINESS, EMERALD CARRYING CO., HAS ALIGNED ITS B-DOUBLE COMBINATIONS WITH MICHELIN FOR GAINS IN PAYLOAD, SAFETY AND FUEL EFFICIENCIES IT HAS DELIVERED THROUGH ITS LATEST 275/70R22.5 RANGE OF TYRES FOR COMMERCIAL VEHICLES.
A long haul specialist in general freight and
overseeing the evaluation. This was
and more even wear. This has helped ECC
fuel deliveries, Emerald Carrying Co. (ECC)
followed by further tests in Q1 and Q2,
to reduce its downtime for servicing and
named after the small Central Queensland
last year. ECC, which had been up until
improved the driver experience, a crucial
town where the business was first
then a 11R22.5 X MULTI T fleet, saw major
development for operators out working in
established in 1965, has entered its third
benefits from the trials according to Matt
the toughest of conditions.
chapter for the Haylock family with Matt,
The business, which has 300 staff
the grandson of founders Bill and Joan,
Haylock. “We could see an immediate value in
the Fleet Manager in charge of around 100
our fuel efficiency gains from the tyres
operations and his sister, Taylor, based in
prime movers and an estimated 250 types
and the drivers noticed the rigs were very
Brisbane, and a cousin, Scott.
of trailing equipment.
responsive,” he says. “We’ve since converted
“We’re all about looking for safety
ECC has a one driver, one truck policy, with
the majority of the B-double fleet to the
benefits,” Matt says. “Given the 275/70
its commercial vehicles operating on 14
275/70 Michelins for our intrastate work.” On crumbling, sometimes neglected
has a lower profile, making it smaller and
hour shifts and hauling freight as far north as Darwin and fuel – and there’s a lot of it
regional highways in Queensland and off-
and noticeable fuel savings for us. They roll
in demand – for open cut and underground
road through some of the most sweltering
better and they’re more stable as well. My
coal mines that pepper the 60,000 square
areas in Australia, the Emerald Carrying
drivers tell me they also tow better.”
kilometre territory known as the Bowen
Co. road trains and B-double combinations
Every new B-double set has been ordered
Basin that stretches through the middle of
are hauled by Kenworths dispatched from
to run on 275/70 tyres as Matt updates the
the state.
one of the company’s five depots which
fleet, which he aims to get up to ten years
In December 2015, Michelin started trialling
include Brisbane, Rockhampton, Mackay,
out of each B-double combination.
its 275/70 tyres with Emerald Carrying Co.
Townsville and Emerald. The smaller tyres
“We’ve always used Michelin product,” he
from its Mackay depot with a Michelin Field
enable a lower centre of gravity resulting,
says. “Over the last 18 months we have
Engineer and Area Operations Manager
according to Matt, in a lower load height
been using their tyres exclusively.”
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defining trait of Australia’s national identity is the ability to thrive in the face of adversity, as cricket great Matthew Hayden famously stated ahead of the 2007-08 test against Sri Lanka. “You never want an Australian with his back against the wall,” he said. “You put any 12 blokes together and you’ll get a job done. Whether it’s getting a bogged four-wheel-drive off the beach or standing in front of a cricket wicket and making sure we’re in a dominant position. It’s the same dog, different leg action, so to speak.” When Hayden made his now frequently cited observation, he most certainly didn’t have the nation’s transport equipment industry in mind. But in the face of a slowing economy and on-going political quarrel about the future of Australian manufacturing, it is now seeing an unlikely revival in the truck making community. Scarred by lacklustre sales and shaken by the effects of a fast-fading mining boom, the industry has been tumbling toward the proverbial wall for the best part of 2015, but instead of letting negativity become the new normal, it has found a way to turn adversity into opportunity – or make use of a different leg, as Hayden would put it. With heavy truck sales all but stagnating, truck makers are now eyeing the light and medium-duty end of the industry for new growth potential, as recent statistics collated by the Australian Road Transport Suppliers’ Association (ARTSA) confirm. The ARTSA figures show that new registrations for heavy vehicles with a GVM above 12 tonnes declined 11 per cent in 2015 compared to 2014. Within that category, heavy trailers were down 20 per cent and prime movers dropped 12 per cent, while heavy rigid registrations rose three per cent. In the medium-duty category (4.5 to 12 tonne GVM), new registrations rose 4.8 per cent compared with 2014 – and again, rigid trucks stood out with a 6.4 per cent rise. “We’ve only been monitoring Australian commercial vehicle registration data for a two-year period, but the verdict is
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The next logical step, he adds, is the launch of a refrigerated double version of the best selling model. “This is a first for us,” says Grant. “Designing this combination was all about pushing the innovation bar higher, which meant reducing the
with high productivity vehicle design or at
THERE ARE MANY WAYS TO OPERATE A TRANSPORT BUSINESS IN AUSTRALIA, BUT THE FRANCHISE MODEL IS STILL COMPARATIVELY RARE. MOOREBANK-BASED PACK & SEND HAS PERFECTED THE CONCEPT. Interview by Sebastian Grote tarting off with a single office in Parramatta, NSW, Pack & Send has evolved into a national delivery heavyweight that can draw on more than 100 service centres Australiawide and was recognised as the Australian Franchisor of the Year in 2007 by PricewaterhouseCoopers and the Franchise Council of Australia. Now also present in the United Kingdom and New Zealand, Pack & Send is considered a leading force in the transport franchise game. Prime Mover met founder Michael Paul, who has been serving as CEO of the company since its incorporation in February 1993.
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least strongly considering adding that type of equipment to their fleet,” says National Sales Manager, Grant Krueger. “To be able to provide them with the best support on
domestic and international import and export work to more modern services, like supporting eBay and online retailers in delivering their products to customers.
that journey, we’ve dedicated ourselves to growing our PBS offering.” Drawing on ample experience in PBS vehicle design – Krueger has built numerous PBS-
Q: How did the parcel delivery industry change since the early days? With Toll IPEC, Star Track and emerging online services like Sendle on the scene, the competition must be fierce. A: The parcel delivery industry has evolved with the times. For example, customers today expect that a fundamental requirement of parcel delivery services is an online ‘track and trace’ function that provides a real time delivery status. When we started in 1993, no parcel carrier in Australia had that capability as the technology wasn’t yet in place. You had to phone the carrier to find out exactly where your parcel was – and you usually got a response the next day. In the early days, deliveries were also primarily B2B and very few deliveries were made to households. The growth of e-commerce has changed that, with significantly more B2C deliveries. In line with that, the competition has also changed – for example, where Pack & Send once relied either on customers walking in store or phoning us to send their goods, we are now developing new and
PBS is a trending topic in transport and every operator is either getting on board with high productivity vehicle design or at least strongly considering adding that type of equipment to their fleet. tare weight of the trailer and giving fleet
approved skels, curtain-siders and B-double drop decks, as well as Super B-doubles
operators more clearance space to work with inside and out.”
in the past – one model that has been in particularly high demand recently is the company’s 36-pallet, high-cubic double
Krueger’s PBS refrigerated double drop deck B-double measures 4.6 metres high and 2.5m wide, allowing for excess cubic space
Krueger’s latest PBS build is a hybrid between a standard curtain-sider in the front and a refirgerated one in the back, both PBS-optimised for maximum payload.
we wanted to offer our customers even
allows for maximum cubic, full-height
more space and flexibility, making for a
loading, with the ability to achieve general
downtime, with daily loading and unloading
solid productivity plus. We again use our 36-pallet, 4.6m design as a base, which
loads and mass loading without the usual
going much faster,” he explains.
drop deck B-double with mezzanine decks, Grant says.
10 per cent payload reduction.”
unit, we’ll have our engineers sit down with them, or visit their facilities, to get an
version, says Grant, with the A-trailer
idea of what freight will be on board, how
non-refrigerated and the B-trailer set-up
frequently the trailers are used and what
as a refrigerated curtain-sider. According
roads the drivers will use. Information like this is crucial when building any trailer that
It’s safe to say George R.R. Martin did not
agenda, and the dynamic between them is
alike – both driven by the same hope for
concept under NTC leadership, known
approval process. But despite brimming
upgrades to both the A and B-trailer for
runs on PBS.”
have high productivity vehicle design in
constantly changing.”
a happy ending and both held back by
as PBS. The Australian Transport Council
with good intention, the NHVR got off to
the hybrid unit. “Both trailers feature
Going forward, Krueger’s focus will be
mind when he penned the first sentence
In the book, the short opening line is meant
approved the reform in October 2007.
inscrutable complexity. “When we talk
low profile mezzanine decks (58mm on
a wrong start in early 2014 and had to
on adding to its portfolio across the
of A Game of Thrones in 1991, starting
to foreshadow an unknown threat lingering
PBS, there is still a lot of misinformation
The idea behind it was simple: Under
rely on the help of the state authorities it
the front deck and 100mm on the rear
board, while also solidifying its position
the best-selling novel with a simple, “we
in the descending darkness, urging the
out there as to who is responsible for what
the technical guidance of an accredited
was meant to replace until a new CEO, Sal
lower decks, ed.), allowing for extra loading
as a PBS powerhouse. “Krueger is all
should start back.”
protagonist’s hunting party to pause and
assessor, OEMs and transport businesses
and who is pulling which string, so creating
space that provides more loading capacity
Petroccitto, came into office and started
about developing effective, efficient
Yet, the ominous opening could be
reassess where they are headed.
more transparency is our most important
were given the opportunity to develop
bringing the fragile organisation on course
for the customer, particularly for forklift
and high productivity transport
a perfect fit to tell the twisted tale of
In real life Australia, it may represent the
objective as a governing body.”
innovative HPFV designs outside the
again.
drivers loading pallets,” he notes.
solutions and that’s what the new PBS
Australia’s Performance-Based Standards
existing envelope and have them approved
course PBS-inspired heavy vehicle design
“In addition, we have fitted perforated
A year and a half on, the Brisbane-based
B-double refrigerated double drop deck
(PBS) scheme – at least if you listen closely
has taken since it was first conceived more
Complicated Past
Fast Fact
on a case-by-case basis for use on routes
organisation is now in charge of all 3,271
division sheets between the drops of the
combination represents,” Grant adds. “The
to those at the coalface.
than a decade ago, with many a lesson
The foundation of the PBS scheme as we
HPFVs generate direct operational
that were found safe and structurally
PBS-approved heavy vehicle combinations
trailer to this build to provide additional air
unit is designed to deliver huge productivity
“Talking about PBS is a lot like explaining
learned by forging boldly ahead and
know it today was laid in 2006 in response
economic benefits through cost savings
sound. Administered by the NTC, the
flow and circulation and assist operators in
in Australia, which make for a total of
gains that will help increase a company’s
Game of Thrones’ intricate storyline to
then taking a step back to re-evaluate
to an alarming future outlook by the
to operators and their customers, as
concept was rolled out on a state level and
about 5,500 individual trailers. On top of
side shifting pallets. They also provide load
profit margins. For maximum safety, we
someone who has never heard anything
the course.
National Transport Commission (NTC).
well as flow-on benefits of around
gave each entity the freedom to set key
that, it is responsible for the entire PBS
restraint when braking.”
have also added our patent pending, OHS-
Regardless of the set-up, the PBS
friendly Self Lifting Gate system.”
about it,” says Laszlo ‘Les’ Bruzsa, a longtime PBS advocate who is now serving
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“With each customer that orders a PBS
One of the first customers to embrace the new design has ordered a hybrid
to Grant, Krueger has made significant
p r im e m ove r m ag. co m . au
maximise freight capacity and also minimise
that operators can use to ramp up payloads. It has a cubic capacity of 190m³, with 75m³ in the A and 116m³ in the B-trailer. Grant explains, “Under the PBS framework,
“Even today, the level of understanding and support for this initiative fluctuates across
The report found that Australia’s land
$5.6 billion, according to Austroads. Some 48 per cent of these benefits will
parameters independently. Over time, responsibility for the PBS
approval process – from vehicle design through to road access. Public criticism,
refrigerated combination will generate
as Chief Engineer at the National Heavy
the country,” says Les, who has endured
2020, prompting the Council of Australian
flow specifically to the manufacturing,
scheme passed from the NTC to the newly
however, has not subsided just yet, with
plenty of excitement amongst many
Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) in Brisbane.
many a debate about PBS since 2007. He
Governments (COAG) and the Productivity
building materials, transport and food
constituted NHVR, which was tasked with
Sal admitting that, “there is still more
sub-sectors of the economy.
transport task would almost double by
“There are a lot of forces at work behind
argues that the pop culture phenomenon
Commission to accelerate the development
the scenes that all follow a slightly different
and Australia’s PBS scheme are surprisingly
of a high productivity freight vehicle (HPFV)
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high volume freight operators heading
the creation of a national rulebook for the
work to do to fully realise the safety and
into 2016, Grant predicts. “The bottom
trucking industry and streamlining the PBS
productivity benefits available to such a
line is this combination is designed to
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Leaders of WABCO Braking Systems in Australia and New Zealand ADR 3805 is on its way
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Smart Board – trailer control unit with display, to read out trailer data and control the EBS and suspension functions
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Axle Load Indicator – Trailer axle load information is sent via CAN to the towing vehicle Operating Data Recorder – A black box reorder that collects data from ALL trips and trailer related events including: speed, axle load, coupling time, distance, brake-wear, roll-over stability support (RSS) evenys etc Note Book function – The trailer builder or owner can store data on the EBS memory: part numbers, vehicle identification data and contact details + more
Tail Guard – While reversing, the trailer stops automatically at 50cm from objects at the rear of the trailer Trailer Remote control – displays distance to detected objects, control of configured EBS and suspension features, displays trailer axle weights in-cab