More Isuzus trucks head to Deborah Services 26 July 2013

Having proven themselves on the Deborah Services (DSL) fleet, Isuzu trucks have been selected by the operator as part of its fleet replacement process.

DSL has replaced its 7.5-tonne rigids with 13 new Isuzu Forward N75.190 4x2 models, all fitted with Isuzu's Easyshift automated transmission.

Each vehicle also incorporates a purpose-designed, detachable edge protection system, designed to improve driver safety while working from the truck body.

Three of the vehicles have front-mounted Atlas cranes fitted onto 18ft plant equipment flatbed scaffolding bodies, while the remaining flatbed scaffolding bodies are a mix of 21ft and 24ft bodies, all manufactured by Bespoke Bodies and Plant Equipment.

All the bodies are bigger than their predecessors having been increased in length and width to increase each vehicle's productivity.

The bodies have also been fitted with a rear ladder to facilitate easier access to the truck bed, as well as a single-step, side access at the front end of the body.

"When we were looking to replace our 7.5-tonne trucks we carried out our research over a number of different models," explains Gary Clark, DSL's transport manager. "At the end of the day it was the Isuzu N75.190 specification that ticked all the right boxes.

"The vehicles we have replaced were the earlier design of Isuzu cab model and the reason we chose Isuzu again is the excellent dealer service we receive along with economical fuel consumption and the best-in-class payload."

Commenting on the trucks' safety equipment, he adds: "We recognise that there will be times when operatives will need to access the truck bed. However, this new feature on our trucks is a practical solution for reducing the potential of a fall."

As a further safety measure, each body has a collection of 15 sockets evenly spaced within the truck bed that accommodate the scaffolding restraints used by DSL.

This ensures that all scaffolding tubes and boards can be securely held tight in position during transit.

Author
John Challen

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