Distribution

Rite-Hite offers advanced wheel chock system

Sensor provides audible and visual alerts during trailer docking

January 12, 2021

To prevent the ineffective and dangerous practice of chocking trailer tires, Rite-Hite Corp. offers an advanced wheel chock system: Global Wheel Chock (GWC).

Distribution

Fleet vehicle manufacturers reveal how COVID-19 has impacted supply chain

Companies adjust processes to support safe manufacturing environment

Jeff Cioletti

January 8, 2021

When COVID-19 shut down many operations across the United States, many wondered what it would mean for their business. Jeff Cioletti checks in with fleet manufacturers to see how they’ve weathered the storm.

Beverage fleets make room for low-cab-forward configurations

Cabovers support urban growth, push for electric vehicles

Jeff Cioletti

December 4, 2020

Cabovers have been known for their niche usage in U.S. distribution, but as urbanization and electric solutions gain traction, the commercial vehicle is seeing a resurgence.

Lytx technology captures risky in-cab driver behavior

Distracted driving curtailed with DriveCam Event Recorder

December 2, 2020

Lytx announced the release of new technology enhancements that puts more power and safety in the hands of drivers.

Distribution

Fleet equipment manufacturers look to an electrified future

2021 Trucks Report: Manufacturers unveil latest offerings

Jeff Cioletti

November 3, 2020

After a complicated year, fleet equipment manufacturers unveil their 2021 Trucks Report. To keep up with sustainability initiatives, more electric trucks are being piloted in the market, and self-driving trucks also are being produced and tested.

Encompass Technologies, Orchestra Software announce merger

Merger creates connected supply chain

October 19, 2020

Encompass Technologies and Orchestra Software announced they will combine to become one company. Each company has played a major role in building the foundation for the beverage industry and serving as the system of record and operations in their respective markets (production and distribution).

GreyOrange’s GreyMatter™ fulfillment software

Warehouse Distribution

eCommerce, COVID-19 boost need for voice-picking

Voice-picking technology enables efficiency, safe distancing

Sarah Graybill

September 29, 2020

A boost in eCommerce in combination with increased need for social distancing in operations has prompted a greater need for automated technologies, including voice picking. New technologies enable more safety, greater efficiency and an outlook for advancement.

Distribution

Should you buy or lease your beverage trucks?

Leasing more attractive in financial uncertainty

Jeff Cioletti

August 31, 2020

In fleet management, the decision to buy or lease trucks or equipment is an important decision dependent on many factors including maintenance schedules and financial climate.

Distribution

Beverage fleets turn to non-CDL vehicles amid driver shortage

Truck manufacturers release vehicles that can support beverage needs without CDL requirement

Jeff Cioletti

August 6, 2020

The trucking industry is facing a historic shortage of qualified CDL drivers. To aid distribution networks, truck manufacturers have developed vehicles that don’t require a CDL.

Distribution

The cooler side of refrigerated truck bodies, trailers

Fleet suppliers design trailers, systems that support today’s refrigerated beverage needs

Jeff Cioletti

June 26, 2020

As refrigerated beverages proliferate the retail channels, suppliers are upgrading their refrigerated truck and trailer options for beverage distribution.

Distribution
RSS

Rite-Hite offers advanced wheel chock system

Fleet vehicle manufacturers reveal how COVID-19 has impacted supply chain

Beverage fleets make room for low-cab-forward configurations

Lytx technology captures risky in-cab driver behavior

Fleet equipment manufacturers look to an electrified future

Encompass Technologies, Orchestra Software announce merger

eCommerce, COVID-19 boost need for voice-picking

Should you buy or lease your beverage trucks?

Beverage fleets turn to non-CDL vehicles amid driver shortage

The cooler side of refrigerated truck bodies, trailers

Elevate your expertise in the beverage marketplace with unparalleled insights and connections.

Join thousands of beverage professionals today. Shouldn’t you know what they know?

Distribution RSS

Elevate your expertise in the beverage marketplace with unparalleled insights and connections.

Join thousands of beverage professionals today. Shouldn’t you know what they know?

Distribution
RSS