4 Fuel Efficiency Tips for Truck Drivers: Save Money, Boost Profits
Fuel costs are a major expense for any truck driver. Every dollar saved is a dollar earned. There are many ways in which you can save money, especially in this economic climate. Here are our fuel efficiency tips for truck drivers and fleet owners to get better fuel economy in …
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New Real-Time Scanning Technology Prevents Over-height Truck Incidents in Sydney
State-of-the-art sensor technology is now scanning trucks in real time, giving drivers the opportunity to adjust their loads or replan their routes before causing over-height incidents on Sydney’s road network. The six-month trial involves trucks taller than four metres being scanned as they pass under the sensor, with height and …
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10 Essential Tips for Truck Drivers to Stay Awake on the Road
How do truck drivers stay awake on the road? Driving for hours isn’t easy. Everyone has their own tried and true tips and tricks that keep them going. It’s also important to know if you are suited for overnight driving – some people just aren’t. As we all know, long …
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How to Enhance your Supply Chain Management: Transport Companies
Efficient supply chain management is crucial for transport companies to stay competitive and meet customer demands. By adopting advanced strategies and leveraging technology, transport companies can significantly enhance their supply chain management and operations. Here’s how: 1. Implement Advanced Technology Utilise telematics and GPS tracking to monitor fleet locations in …
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West Gate Tunnel Reaches Key Construction Milestone
Melbourne’s West Gate Tunnel project has reached a significant milestone with the completion of the entire road surface on a series of critical connections. The project, aimed at enhancing the city’s infrastructure, saw crews laying the final concrete road surfaces on bridges and elevated roads that will soon connect the …
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Tegral’s Small and Mighty Strap Angle
Are you tired of cutting down pallet angles? Don’t you just wish that there was something that perfectly fit your ratchet straps and adapted to the shape of the load? We know these struggles as well as anyone, and that’s why we created the Strap Angle. This small but mighty …
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WA Changes Signage Requirements to indicate Road Train Length
Beginning 1 July, Western Australia will pioneer new pictorial length signage on road trains to enhance road safety. This initiative aims to provide clearer visual cues to other road users, helping them better gauge the length of the road trains in front of them. By knowing the size of these …
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NSW Implements Seatbelt Detection with Speed Cameras from July 1
New South Wales has introduced a significant road safety measure with speed cameras now enforcing seatbelt laws as of July 1. Drivers and passengers caught without a seatbelt will face fines up to $410 and a minimum of three demerit points. This new regulation is being enforced by existing mobile …
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Understanding Dangerous Goods Labelling Requirements: A Comprehensive Guide
Understanding Dangerous Goods Labelling Requirements: A Comprehensive Guide Below are the 9 hazard labels for the 9 classes of dangerous goods. Class 1: Explosives This includes items such as: Class 2: Gases These can be transported as: Divisions within Class 2: Class 3: Flammable Liquids This includes liquids with a …
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Maxibinders: Ultimate Guide
What are they? Maxibinders, designed by Austlift, are a modern solution for securing cargo, favoured by numerous transport companies. Designed with a strong emphasis on safety, market reports indicate a significant reduction in workplace accidents since replacing traditional lever load binders with a Maxibinder. Its ergonomic design stands out, featuring …
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Team Global Express Secures $480M Partnership with Texel Air, Expands Fleet
Logistics giant Team Global Express has unveiled a significant $480 million partnership with trans-Tasman cargo airline Texel Air Australasia. This seven-year deal has added four upgraded Boeing 737-800 BCF freighter aircraft to the company’s domestic fleet, replacing older models and boosting cargo capacity by an additional 4000kg. Commencing in June, …
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The Essentials of a Compliant and High-Quality Grab Hook
When it comes to securing loads with chains, the type and quality of grab hooks used are critical to ensuring safety and maintaining the integrity of the chain system. Types of Shortening Hooks There are two primary types of shortening hooks used on chains: Grab Hooks Plain: Winged: Claw Hooks …
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NHVR Launches Extensive 12-Week Truck Inspection Campaign
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is set to embark on a comprehensive series of random mechanical inspections across Australia, targeting thousands of trucks, buses, and special purpose vehicles. This initiative is part of the NHVR’s 2024 National Roadworthiness Survey (NRS), with inspection sites springing up nationwide from July for …
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How To: The Ultimate Guide to Tensioning Webbing and Ratchet Straps
How To: The Ultimate Guide to Tensioning Webbing and Ratchet Straps Properly tensioning webbing straps is critical for securing loads safely and efficiently in trucking operations. This guide will explore the methods and best practices for tensioning webbing straps using various tools and techniques. Types of Tensioning Tools Webbing straps …
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VTA Criticises Deferral of Melbourne’s Western Freight Hub
The Victorian Transport Association (VTA) has voiced strong concerns over the state government’s decision to postpone the development of the Western Interstate Freight Terminal (WIFT) in Truganina, prioritising the Beveridge Intermodal Freight Terminal instead. VTA CEO Peter Anderson criticised this move, highlighting that it would lead to increased truck traffic …
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