Controlling NOx emissions at low exhaust temperatures while avoiding choking the SCR system with AdBlue deposits is the latest challenge facing diesel engineers. Richard Simpson describes two possible solutions
Emissions Control
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Driver / People Management
As vans are used for a variety of duties, Toby Clark looks at the techniques and technologies that could be used to set variable (and optimal) service schedules
Fleet Operating Costs
Natural gas-fuelled trucks and buses are becoming a more common sight in operating fleets, and the workshop. But their service requirements, and the hazards that they pose to technicians, are very different to diesel engines’, finds Steve Banner
Personal Protective Equipment
The tipper and tanker show returns to Harrogate, 31 May–2 June, boasting more than 100 exhibitors in and around the Harrogate Convention Centre. That includes those featured in the co-located Drain-ex exhibition in nearby Hall G
Tankers
Hiab is offering a new container handling unit, which allows operators to load or unload containers in areas where no infrastructure or heavy forklifts are available.
Bodies & Bodywork
The ability to make fleet operating cost savings and the ‘simplicity’ of monthly fixed costs contributed to Grand Union Housing Group (GUHG) switching to an outsourced contract hire solution with Ogilvie Fleet for its 45 light commercial vehicles.
Finance & Leasing
Parcel delivery company DPD has announced over 700 new jobs in response to a rapid growth in Saturday and Sunday deliveries.
Driver / People Management
Some of the best professionals in Volvo Trucks’ network met in Gothenburg, Sweden on 10th April 2018 for the regional semi-finals of VISTA, the competition for workshop employees worldwide run by Volvo every two years.
Continuing Professional DevelopmentFor the 5.10 type axle, the pinion nut may, over an extended period of time, become loose due to an undersized pinion shaft spline. This may cause the pinion flange to separate and in extreme cases the differential may seize. Manufacturer reference: 571. Number affected: 2,507. Vehicle IDs: XLRAE45BF0L265148 to XLRAS55GF0L433924
RecallsThe rigid fuel return pipe may break at the fuel pump module due to engine vibrations. This will allow fuel to leak onto the road surface which will be a hazard to other road users. Fuel may also leak onto hot engine parts with a risk of fire. Manufacturer reference: TI47.00M10174A. Number affected: 111. Vehicle IDs: WEB62801523126703 to WEB62841823124454.
Recalls