As the second largest quality steel producer in Europe, and employer of an impressive 18,000 people Tata Steel is committed to the highest equipment standards and this is certainly reflected in their fleet of market leader Bulmor Lancer sideloader trucks which represent absolutely the optimum format for handling precious premium grade steel.
The Bulmor portfolio is actually spread across four Tata Steel locations with a notable input of seven new trucks recently delivered to the Sheffield premises after a very thorough competitive appraisal, and representing a notable and unique combination of technical innovation, financial utilisation and total support given virtually the 24/7 running of this site which focuses on special steel for the aerospace and military sectors. A key factor of gaining the order was the famous Bulmor ethos of being able to manufacture the bespoke trucks virtually by hand to the exact customer specfication including their distinctive white and blue livery. And indeed the Tata Steel team was taken to see similar trucks in action at a Bulmor customer in Sweden as well as the production facility in Perg, Austria.
In technical terms of the sideloaders the lifting capacity is 15000 kg at a load centre of 750 mm up to 4.000 mm lift height and residual capacity is 12.000 up to 5.800 mm. The engine is Perkins 116.5 KW with Bosch Rexroth hydrostatic drive all backed by a Siemens fleet management system which provides a weekly electronic report. The platform features load posts and roll-off protection. The strong and sturdy Triplex full-free mast can elevate the load on to the platform without changing the total height of the truck. Lift height is 5800mm with fork tilt and adjustment capabilities. Total side loader length is 7800mm with width of 2800mm, height is 4500mm and weight of 25000kg.
Bulmor Lancer has always been famous for the health & safety aspect – especially in this case given the long operating timetable. Each truck is fitted with an elevated 1000mm wide ergonomic cabin to enhance all round vision and includes the best swiveling air sprung seat and air conditioning. Cameras show front right and rear view as well as fork tips and full street lighting complemented by 7 LED working spotlights and an automatically lit access step ensure 360? safety. The speed limits to 10 mph if mast is not retracted to prevent damage of goods and truck. In financial terms the new fleet is in fact rented on a long term plan with a final purchase clause. This not only optimises the Tata Steel budget, but runs alongside a full time in-house maintenance and spare parts service provided direct by the manufacturer to ensure virtually zero downtime and stimulate perfect productivity.
As Dan Frith of Tata Steel observes “To be able to have the new Bulmor trucks made to our exact specification and to be continually involved in the manufacturing process was a prime quality factor. By the very nature of our reputation and our customer portfolio we had to be sure of maintaining production standards and timetables. The inherent safety features also contribute significantly to the overall peace of mind. What with the cost-effectiveness of the purchase and ongoing support package it all amounts to a very pleasing return on investment”.
Tel: 07262 58397
Email: office@bulmor.com
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