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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.

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Warehouses benefit from flexibility robots provide in picking, packing

AI vision systems improve speed for beverage operations

Barbara Harfmann

October 4, 2021

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To streamline operations in the beverage warehouse, robotics handle repetitive tasks such as picking, packing and palletizing.

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Emissions-free vans the future for OEMs

Trucks manufacturers announce investments in electric vehicle production

Jeff Cioletti

October 1, 2021

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Beverage fleets for light delivery and field sales applications are becoming a popular target for electrification. As a result, some of the top OEMs have either released commercial electric vans in the past couple of years or have recently announced plans to do so in the very near future.

Should you buy or lease your beverage trucks?

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Urban landscape tricky to navigate for beverage distribution

Battery-electric trucks useful in urban areas

Jeff Cioletti

September 2, 2021

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When delivering to accounts in the city, beverage delivery trucks must navigate heavier traffic, narrow streets and pedestrians. To save on carbon emissions, battery-electric trucks serve as a solution in urban areas.

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Enhancements for comfort, ergonomics are driving today’s cab interiors

Equipment enhances operational efficiency while minimizing physical, mental stress

Jeff Cioletti

August 3, 2021

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Vehicle OEMs recognize the power of incentivizing current and prospective drivers and are updating their offerings to accommodate the comfort of an evolving workforce.

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Automated guided vehicles optimize supply chain distribution

Advanced AGV sensors put vehicles on programmable path

Barbara Harfmann

July 29, 2021

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Based on a severe worker shortage, automated guided vehicles (AGVs) are enabling companies to rethink the deployment of their workforce. Designed to run on the warehouse floor and handle repetitive tasks, some AGV models can reach and retrieve pallets with or without an operator.

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Distributors crack down on distracted driving

In-cab benefits outweigh any drawbacks

Jeff Cioletti

July 7, 2021

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Distractions in the cab are more pervasive than they’ve ever been, thanks largely to the temptation of consumer technology. One way that distributors are looking to curb this temptation is through the use of in-cab cameras.

Dashboard cameras alert drivers, provide actionable insights

Collision avoidance systems bring measurable improvements to operational safety

Jeff Cioletti

June 3, 2021

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When moving products from Point A to Point B, truck drivers know that any kind of crash can wreak havoc on beverage distribution. Innovations in collision avoidance systems can have almost immediate, tangible effects.

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Telematics solutions keep driver safety paramount

Reduced costs bolster ROI on telematics technology

Jennifer Storelli

May 20, 2021

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Changing distribution demands have spurred an increase in the number of vehicles needed for food and beverage distribution, which also is bolstering the demand for telematics solutions.

ISUZU unveils N-Series diesel truck with stability control

Truck drivers benefit from enhanced safety

May 5, 2021

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Isuzu Commercial Truck of America Inc. announced major enhancements to its popular N-Series Diesel Trucks for 2022.

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Ongoing driver training promotes safety culture

Third-party systems can support safe driving operations

Jeff Cioletti

May 3, 2021

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Continuing education is part of virtually every professional field, but it’s often an afterthought in commercial delivery. However, ongoing training can promote a safety culture within the distribution company and improves the company’s safety scores.

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This important industry event is a learning and information sharing experience for warehousing, distribution and fleet management professionals who will have the opportunity to continue to share ideas and network with their industry peers in a safe and productive format as we continue to navigate these challenging times.

The Beverage Forum attracts a broad array of beverage companies with key leaders and innovators to address the next generation of the beverage market. Many entrepreneurs and executive leadership teams have laid out their success plans during this evolving and digital-driven time.

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Beverage Industry’s fifth annual fleet graphics awards

ARTICLES

Warehouses benefit from flexibility robots provide in picking, packing

Emissions-free vans the future for OEMs

Urban landscape tricky to navigate for beverage distribution

Enhancements for comfort, ergonomics are driving today’s cab interiors

Automated guided vehicles optimize supply chain distribution

Distributors crack down on distracted driving

Dashboard cameras alert drivers, provide actionable insights

Telematics solutions keep driver safety paramount

ISUZU unveils N-Series diesel truck with stability control

Ongoing driver training promotes safety culture

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