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Welcome to the Utility Fleet podcast, brought to you by Utility Fleet Professional. Join us as we dive into the world of utility fleet management and maintenance, exploring the latest trends, best practices, and strategies from industry experts and peers. Our focus is on providing valuable insights and information to decision-makers in the utility sector, helping them to meet the unique challenges faced by utility fleets and maximize their fleet’s productivity. With more than 60 years of combined experience in the utility and fleet management industries, our publishing team delivers the highest-quality content for our listeners and advertisers. Subscribe now and join the conversation on the only podcast laser-focused on the informational needs of utility fleet professionals.
Episodes
Tuesday Oct 01, 2024
Tuesday Oct 01, 2024
Join Kurt Moreland, associate publisher of Utility Fleet Professional, as he sits down with Stefan Heck, founder and CEO of Nauto, to explore how AI technology is transforming safety in the commercial fleet industry. Stefan shares insights into how AI can predict and prevent accidents by detecting risks like driver distraction and drowsiness. Learn how fleets can reduce collisions by up to 60% through real-time driver feedback, improving safety and operational efficiency. Discover the benefits of integrating AI with fleet management, including a collaboration with Stellantis' Ram trucks.
Nauto is an AI-powered driver and fleet safety platform that helps predict and prevent accidents by analyzing driver behavior and road risks. Trusted by leading fleets across industries, Nauto offers real-time coaching and collision reduction technology to enhance fleet safety. Learn more about their innovative solutions at Nauto.com.
Key Takeaways:
- AI technology reduces fleet collisions by 60% by predicting risks in real-time.
- Driver distraction is the leading cause of accidents, and is responsible for about 68% of fleet collisions losses.
- AI systems provide real-time coaching to drivers, alerting them of imminent risks.
- Partnerships with major brands like Stellantis enhance fleet safety through seamless technology integration.
#FleetManagement #AIFleetSafety #CommercialFleet #UtilityVehicles #DriverSafety #WorkTruck #AccidentPrevention #NautoTech #Stellantis #RamTrucks #FleetTech #AIInnovation
Monday Sep 16, 2024
Monday Sep 16, 2024
Join host Kurt Moreland and guest Erin Gilchrist, Fleet Evangelist at IntelliShift, as they delve into the world of AI and technology in fleet management. In this episode, they discuss the challenges faced by utility fleets and explore how AI can help increase driving safety culture, improve maintenance processes, and enhance overall fleet sustainability.
Key Topics:
- The role of AI in fleet management
- Improving driving safety culture
- Enhancing maintenance processes
- Leveraging technology for sustainability
- Key performance indicators (KPIs) and their importance
- Overcoming challenges and best practices in fleet management
About the Guest:
Erin Gilchrist is the Fleet Evangelist at IntelliShift, a leading provider of next-generation fleet intelligence platforms. With extensive experience in fleet management, Erin brings a unique perspective to the conversation.
Visit them here: https://intellishift.com/
#fleetmanagement #AI #technology #sustainability #safety #efficiency #utilityfleet #transportation #logistics #podcast #industryinsights #innovation
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This podcast is sponsored by Tallman Equipment Company Inc. If you are looking for some of the best tools for lineman, visit Tallman Equipment Website today!
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
In this episode of the Utility Fleet Professional (UFP) Podcast, Kurt Moreland, Associate Publisher of UFP, dives into an often-overlooked event that should be on every fleet manager's radar—the SEMA Show. Held annually in Las Vegas, SEMA offers a treasure trove of products and solutions for fleet managers, especially those in the western United States. Kurt shares his insights from attending the show for over a decade, highlighting everything from specialized off-road gear and shop maintenance tools to unexpected celebrity encounters with racing legends like Richard Petty. Whether you're passionate about vehicles or simply looking to expand your fleet's capabilities, this episode provides a comprehensive guide to navigating SEMA, including practical travel tips for making the most of your visit.
Visit SEMA - https://www.semashow.com/attendee?mode=IndNight
#FleetManagement #UtilityFleet #SEMAShow #FleetSolutions #VehicleMaintenance #LasVegasEvents #RichardPetty #OffRoadGear #CommercialTrucks #TravelTips #UtilityExpo #FleetInnovation
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This podcast is sponsored by Tallman Equipment Company Inc. If you are looking for some of the best tools for lineman, visit Tallman Equipment Website today!
Thursday Jul 25, 2024
Thursday Jul 25, 2024
In this episode of the UFP podcast, host Kurt Moreland sits down with Adam Lang, the Director of Customer Advisory Services at Netradyne, to discuss the revolutionary use of AI in improving driver safety within the trucking and transportation industries. Adam shares insights into Netradyne’s innovative technology, the importance of positive reinforcement in driver behavior, and the impact of dual-facing cameras on fleet safety. They also delve into the Green Zone score and its role in enhancing overall driving performance. Plus, Adam shares an entertaining celebrity encounter story involving Huey Lewis.
Key Takeaways:
- AI in Driver Safety: Netradyne’s AI technology is transforming driver safety by recognizing and rewarding positive driving behavior.
- Positive Reinforcement: The importance of positive feedback in retaining drivers and improving safety.
- Dual-Facing Cameras: Benefits and challenges of using dual-facing cameras for monitoring driver behavior.
- Green Zone Score: How the Green Zone score evaluates overall driving habits and promotes safe driving.
- Fatigue Monitoring: The role of AI in detecting driver fatigue and preventing accidents.
Visit Netradyne to find out more - https://www.netradyne.com/
#DriverSafety #AI #Transportation #FleetManagement #PositiveReinforcement #Netradyne #DualFacingCameras #GreenZoneScore #TruckSafety #Podcast
Thursday Jun 20, 2024
Thursday Jun 20, 2024
Join us on this episode of "Under the UFP Road" as Kurt Moreland, Associate Publisher of Utility Fleet Professional, delves into the evolving world of electric vehicle (EV) charging with industry expert Stephen Israel from Chargetronix. Stephen, with over 18 years in the EV charging space, shares his insights on the latest advancements, standardization efforts, and the future of EV infrastructure. Discover the different levels of charging, from residential to commercial and high-powered DC options, and learn how Chargetronix is leading the way with a comprehensive range of products and post-sales support. Whether you're an EV enthusiast, a fleet manager, or simply curious about the future of electric mobility, this episode is packed with valuable information and intriguing stories. Tune in now!
ChargeTronix is a leading global provider of reliable, powerful and intelligent electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Providing seamless, all-in-one charging, distributed charging and energy management solutions with unparalleled reliability and customer support, ChargeTronix supports partners in various sectors, including charge point operators, fleet and network operators, highway corridors, governments and municipalities, retail, and hospitality.
Reach Us at:
Phone: (949) 694-1644
Email: Sales@chargetronix.com
Website: https://chargetronix.com/
#EVCharging #ElectricVehicles #FleetManagement #Chargetronix #ElectricMobility #EVInfrastructure #SustainableTransport #FutureOfMobility #UtilityFleet #EVTechnology #GreenEnergy #ElectricVehicleCharging #CleanEnergy #EVIndustry #Podcast
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This podcast is sponsored by Tallman Equipment Company Inc. If you are looking for some of the best tools for lineman, visit Tallman Equipment Website today!
Friday May 31, 2024
Friday May 31, 2024
Connect with Scott - https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-davidson-988a735/
Visit Revolv - https://revolv.us/
Subscribe to UFP Magazine - https://utilityfleetprofessional.com/subscribe-now/
Interested in being on a UFP Podcast? Email kmoreland@utilitybusinessmedia.com
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This podcast is sponsored by Tallman Equipment Company Inc. If you are looking for some of the best tools for lineman, visit Tallman Equipment Website today!
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
In recognition for National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, we did a podcast with the ATSS Foundation with Lori Diaz, CFRE.
They offer various programs including:
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- Roadway Worker Memorial Scholarship Program: provides scholarships to dependents of roadway workers killed or permanently disabled on the job.
- National Work Zone Memorial: a traveling memorial that raises awareness about work zone safety.
- Experienced Camper Scholarship Program: helps children who lost a parent in a work zone crash attend a summer camp.
- National Work Zone Safe Driving Education Program: free online course for teens about safe driving practices in work zones.
- Work Zone Safety Activity Book: educates younger children about work zone safety.
- Marty Weed Engineering Scholarship: allows public agency employees to attend the ATSSA Convention & Traffic Expo..
- They rely on donations to support these programs. They mentioned one of their supporters TrafFix Devices
- The next ATSSA Convention & Traffic Expo will be held in February in Orlando, Florida.
Support the cause - https://foundation.atssa.com/
Lori Diaz, CFRE - foundation@ATSSA.COM
Director of ATSS Foundation
Subscribe to UFP Magazine - https://utilityfleetprofessional.com/subscribe-now/
Interested in being on a UFP Podcast? Email kmoreland@utilitybusinessmedia.com
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This podcast is sponsored by Tallman Equipment Company Inc. If you are looking for some of the best tools for lineman, visit Tallman Equipment Website today!
Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
This is an interview between Kurt Moreland, associate publisher with Utility Fleet Professional Magazine, and Ralph Kokot, CEO of Vanair. Ralph discusses his career path from mechanic to CEO and the reasons behind Vanair's recent acquisitions.
Key points:
- Ralph started his career as a mechanic and eventually became a fleet manager at a utility company.
- He acquired Vanair, a mobile power solutions company, in 1997.
- Van Air focuses on electrification of traditionally ice-engine driven components.
- Van Air already offers level two EV charging capabilities.
Providing Mobile Power Solutions® since 1972, Vanair® Manufacturing, located in Michigan City, Indiana, offers the most comprehensive product line of vehicle-mounted air compressors, generators, welders, hydraulics, Electrified Power Equipment®, chargers/boosters, engine starters, and custom products in the world. Elevating the meaning of Mobile Power Solutions® through innovative design, training, and support, Vanair® engineers rugged and dependable products that are used to improve efficiency and productivity worldwide. Vanair® has over 100 standard commercial models ranging from 10 to 1500 CFM and is available in multiple configurations to meet your needs.
- Website - https://vanair.com/
- Phone - 1-800-526-8817
Subscribe to UFP Magazine - https://utilityfleetprofessional.com/subscribe-now/
Interested in being on a UFP Podcast? Email kmoreland@utilitybusinessmedia.com
Utility Fleet Professional
Utility Fleet Professional is the only trade publication laser-focused on the informational needs of decision-makers who purchase and manage fleet assets for investor-owned utilities, public utilities, cooperatives and utility contractors. If you’re objective is to reach fleet management and maintenance professionals in the utility sector — readers who depend on products and services like yours to do their job — UFP is your direct access.
Since its launch in 2011, UFP has been embraced by fleet professionals as the go-to informational resource for the latest fleet trends, best practices and strategies from peers and industry experts. Utility fleets face unique challenges, and they’re turning to UFP’s specialized content to help them meet those challenges and maximize their fleet’s productivity.
UFP’s publishing team brings together more than 60 years of combined experience in the utility and fleet management industries to produce the highest-quality product for our readers and advertisers.
Editorial content is led by Sean Lyden, who has covered the transportation and energy sectors as a journalist and editor for nearly two decades. Sean is well connected in the industry and passionate about providing UFP readers with the most relevant and actionable information on aerial equipment, vehicles, new technologies, green fleet trends, fleet management advice and any other content that can give utility fleet managers an edge in tackling their biggest challenges.
We publish five issues of UFP per year, with each issue published in conjunction with key industry events, such as the the Utility Fleet Leadership Summit, NTEA Work Truck Show, NAFA, iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo, Electric Utility Fleet Managers Conference (EUFMC), SEMA show and APWA International Public Works Congress & Exposition.
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