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The Usefulness of Vehicle-Mounted Access Platforms in the UK Fleet Industry
The UK fleet industry is continually evolving, driven by the need for efficiency, safety, and adaptability in various sectors such as construction, utilities, telecommunications, and maintenance services. One of the key innovations that has significantly enhanced operational capabilities is the vehicle-mounted access platform (VMAP). These specialized vehicles provide elevated access for workers, offering a range of benefits that contribute to increased productivity, cost-effectiveness, and enhanced safety.
Enhancing Operational Efficiency
Vehicle-mounted access platforms are invaluable in industries requiring frequent and safe access to elevated work sites. Whether for street lighting maintenance, power line inspections, or high-rise cleaning services, VMAPs allow workers to quickly reach required heights without the need for time-consuming scaffold setups. The mobility of these platforms ensures that workers can move from site to site with ease, significantly reducing downtime and improving project turnaround times.
Improved Safety Standards
Safety is a top priority in any fleet operation, particularly when working at height. Vehicle-mounted access platforms are designed with advanced safety features, including stabilizers, guardrails, and emergency descent systems, to minimize the risk of accidents. Many models are equipped with automatic leveling technology, ensuring stability on uneven terrain. Compliance with UK health and safety regulations, such as the Work at Height Regulations 2005, is made easier with VMAPs, reducing the risk of falls and injuries among workers.
Cost-Effectiveness and Sustainability
Investing in VMAPs can lead to substantial cost savings for fleet operators. Compared to traditional scaffolding or cherry pickers that require separate transportation and setup, VMAPs offer an all-in-one solution that reduces labor costs and enhances operational efficiency. Additionally, many modern vehicle-mounted platforms come with eco-friendly electric or hybrid options, aligning with the UK’s push towards sustainability and reduced carbon emissions.
Versatility Across Industries
One of the major advantages of vehicle-mounted access platforms is their adaptability across multiple industries. In telecommunications, they enable quick and safe installation of fiber optic cables and 5G infrastructure. Utility companies rely on them for repairing overhead power lines, while local councils and maintenance teams use them for tree pruning and signage installation. The versatility of VMAPs makes them a crucial asset for fleet managers looking to maximize their vehicle investments.
Regulatory Compliance and Market Growth
The UK’s stringent regulations on fleet safety and efficiency further underline the importance of adopting reliable vehicle-mounted access platforms. With technological advancements driving improvements in load capacity, reach height, and safety features, the market for VMAPs is expected to grow steadily. Fleet operators who embrace these solutions can stay ahead of industry demands while ensuring compliance with evolving standards.
Conclusion
In a fast-paced industry where efficiency, safety, and sustainability are paramount, vehicle-mounted access platforms provide an essential solution for fleet operations across the UK. Their ability to enhance productivity, reduce operational costs, and improve worker safety makes them an indispensable tool for businesses aiming to optimize their fleet performance. As technological advancements continue, the adoption of VMAPs will likely become an even more crucial factor in shaping the future of the UK fleet industry.
Posted on 30th Jan 2025 14:30:09 by surrect.media 0 comments
More about our Remote Diagnostic Service
We first introduced our Remote Diagnostic Service in January 2018 on our VZ access platforms. Since its introduction, over 400 connections have been made, and we’ve been able to help customers throughout the UK as well as further afield in Norway and Canada.
Our Remote Diagnostics Service is an online Bluetooth-enabled diagnostics tool fitted as standard on all platform models. This tool, as the name suggests, allows us to quickly understand the cause of breakdowns remotely, identifying the breakdowns as operator error or machine faults. The system automatically logs all errors, so the fault doesn’t necessarily have to still be occurring for us to diagnose it. We can also override certain aspects of the control system remotely, which although it doesn’t fix an issue, often allows the operator to get home, where the root cause can be corrected, and further assistance can be arranged. This significantly reduces downtime.
Proof of success
Over 85% of issues have been correctly diagnosed remotely. Even when we can’t fix a breakdown, having the remote diagnosis prior to arrival enables our service engineer team to be fully briefed and prepared before attending site, making for a speedier repair.
Although it is difficult to quantify a ‘typical’ remote ‘call-out’, our experience shows that a remote diagnosis can be as short as 5 minutes, and no longer than 30 minutes. By comparison, before remote diagnostics, we could regularly spend more than 30 minutes on the phone and still not have a clear understanding of the issue. We would often only fully understand the cause when we attended site.
What our customers say
Feedback on our remote diagnostics service from operators has been extremely positive, they like the fact they can monitor certain signals without logging in and get an idea of the platform status. Many are now calling us to request a login as they value the quick solution it can give.
To use our remote diagnostics service, operators require a free app available on the App Store and Google Play. Older machines can be upgraded to enable remote diagnostics. Call us (01482 222377), to see if your platform is compatible.
Posted on 2nd Jun 2023 14:12:39 by surrect.media 0 comments
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