The iconic red truck of our maintenance lineworkers remains in Dawson PPD’s fleet, but with a twist. Instead of a fiberglass red box with storage, the boxes are now iron black, eye level, resistant to wear and tear and more ergonomic than before. And would you believe that is costs less than the fiberglass boxes used before?
After experiencing difficulties acquiring the fiberglass boxes, Dawson PPD’s mechanics sought an alternative. What they found was a better, more cost-effective fit.
The iron boxes are sourced from a company headquartered just outside of Dawson PPD’s service territory, bringing dollars to a local small business. It also reduces the freight costs of shipping the boxes to Dawson PPD’s Lexington headquarters.
The iron is easily repairable after the inevitable event of damage as it can be bent, welded, sanded and painted back to its original shape. The fiberglass boxes were difficult to impossible to repair to a satisfactory level, costing labor dollars toward a fruitless outcome.
Each box can be individually locked, with rolling trays to hold all of the necessary tools and supplies a maintenance lineworker may need when making repairs.
The ergonomic upgrades will be a back saver for employees. Accessories include an ergonomic step, a power winch lifting arm for heavy objects like transformers, and a gas spring kit to easily lift and secure a ladder.
When you see this new style of truck going down the road or on the property, look for the Dawson PPD logo visible on both sides and the back of the truck.
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