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Beverage Industry’s fifth annual fleet graphics awards

Advertising and marketing essentially are story-telling. Short stories by necessity but nonetheless story-telling. One of the first lessons taught about creating a story in many composition and creative writing classes is to show, don’t tell. The audience more likely will remember a story when they’re shown a picture in their mind’s eye, than if the story merely is told.

Larson Electronics offers no-contact disinfecting devices

Personal Protective Equipment limits spread of COVID-19

January 13, 2021

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As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, Larson Electronics has ramped up production of several portable no-contact disinfecting devices designed to keep warehouses and plant employees safe.

Rite-Hite offers advanced wheel chock system

Sensor provides audible and visual alerts during trailer docking

January 12, 2021

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

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

Companies adjust processes to support safe manufacturing environment

Jeff Cioletti

January 8, 2021

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When COVID-19 shutdown 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

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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

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

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Fleet equipment manufacturers look to an electrified future

2021 Trucks Report: Manufacturers unveil latest offerings

Jeff Cioletti

November 3, 2020

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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

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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

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eCommerce, COVID-19 boost need for voice-picking

Voice-picking technology enables efficiency, safe distancing

Sarah Graybill

September 29, 2020

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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.

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Should you buy or lease your beverage trucks?

Leasing more attractive in financial uncertainty

Jeff Cioletti

August 31, 2020

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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.

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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

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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.

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