Palletways Edinburgh invests in new electric pump trucks
Logistics provider Palletways Edinburgh, based in Dalkeith, has invested in new electric pump trucks for its drivers and staff to support its growing fleet and delivery volumes, particularly in the home delivery sector.
The pump trucks, supplied by SHS Handling Solutions, help its drivers with the increasing numbers of heavier tail-lift and kerb-side deliveries now being experienced and can provide an enhanced delivery service for customers.
Julie Halley, General Manager of Palletways Edinburgh, says: “We’re committed to health and safety across the business and supporting the operational safety of our staff. This investment enables us to replace older models and provide new ones for more staff as we grow.”
she adds: “Deliveries like this can often be physically demanding, so pump trucks are key pieces of equipment for our drivers to help them in their day-to-day activities. They enable more efficient and accessible deliveries to be made especially in residential or restricted areas. Pump trucks can help to reduce driver fatigue and physical strain with a range of built-in safety features which all staff will be trained on how to optimise effectively.”
Palletways owns and operates eight depots that are part of the 120-strong Palletways UK network, which as well as Edinburgh includes London, Cardiff, Bristol, Bournemouth, Milton Keynes, Birmingham and Livingston Together they benefit from shared expertise and resources from within the group to deliver palletised goods to market faster and cost-effectively.