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Ability Tri-Modal Deploys Five Orange EV Electric Yard Trucks to California Distribution Operations
KANSAS CITY, MO and CARSON, CA, June 20, 2018 - to three of Tri-Modal’s warehousing and distribution facilities, a combined 750,000 square feet of warehouse space close to the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. Continuously seeking versatile solutions and operational excellence, Ability Tri-Modal has deployed the heavy-duty electric trucks to reduce carbon footprint while decreasing costs. “The Orange EV trucks are a solution-based purchase,” said Greg Owen, owner and Head Coach of Ability Tri-Modal. “They’re going to give us a return on investment.” “Ability Tri-Modal is a clear leader and innovator in clean transportation” said Mike Saxton, Orange EV’s Chief Commercial Officer. “It’s been an honor to work with Greg Owen and his team to put in service the first commercially-deployed, 100% electric Class 8 trucks directly supporting the California ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.” Ability Tri-Modal uses ten terminal tractors for yard management, which operate up to 20 hours per day, five days a week. Said Owen, “The yard truck is the hardest-working piece of equipment in our fleet, and it’s also the most affected by increasingly strict environmental regulation.” Bob Krug, Maintenance Director for Ability Tri-Modal, added, “With older diesels, wear-and-tear and rough use were the main issues. With the newer ones, 90% of the problems are related to emissions control technology.” “For the last 12 years or more, we’ve had two or three diesels down at any one time,” Owen stated. “We needed a solution, and until Orange EV, no one had answers.” In their ongoing search for an economic, reliable alternative to diesel, Tri-Modal began tracking electric yard truck development. According to Owen, “Initial port demonstration projects were disappointing due to the early technologies. We then spoke with fleets that have been heavily operating Orange EV trucks for years, proving that Orange EV’s newer technology does the job. These fleets indicate that downtime is minimal, maintenance and fuel costs are reduced, and Orange EV is committed to both their customers and ongoing product development. Orange EV provides a solution to the increased costs associated with diesel equipment.” Moderate-use sites report annual savings of $30,000 per Orange EV truck in fuel, maintenance, and emission control related costs; heavier-use sites can save much more. With five electric yard trucks managing trailers at multiple Tri-Modal facilities, Krug concluded, “The Orange EV trucks have been perfect, going above and beyond expectations. We’ve had no issues and the drivers love them.” The Orange EV deployment is just the latest initiative in Ability Tri-Modal's efforts to “think green” like the Port of Long Beach, operating as efficiently and sustainably as possible. The company has been honored on multiple occasions by the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach for early adaptation to the ports’ Clean Trucks Program, and operates a 100% clean truck fleet, in compliance with rigorous port and state requirements. Looking to the future, Tri-Modal plans to install solar panels to charge its growing fleet of electric equipment with electricity generated on-site. Ability Tri-Modal utilized funding from the Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) to purchase their Orange EV trucks. HVIP is currently open, offering incentive amounts of up to $175,000 per Orange EV terminal truck. specializes in in trans-loading, consolidation and de-consolidation, warehousing, retail delivery, and a variety of value-added services. With operations in Carson, California and Ladson, South Carolina, Ability Tri-Modal is a proven, award-winning transportation company that is rooted in its devotion to superior customer service. The company continuously meets and exceeds expectations through highly versatile customer solutions, operational excellence, and results-driven attitude. Ability Tri-Modal’s motto, “Service Above Self” fuels the passion, innovation, and mission to execute measurable benefits to the customer. 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Dimension Fabricators Deploys Orange EV Electric Yard Truck Powered by Onsite Solar Array
KANSAS CITY, MO and SCHENECTADY, NY, March 21, 2018 - to Dimension’s manufacturing facility in the Schenectady, NY area. The Orange EV electric yard truck joins Dimension’s fleet of specialty tractors and trailers, all designed for 100-foot loads of concrete-reinforcing steel products. Powered by solar energy generated onsite, the new 100% electric truck further reduces Dimension’s carbon footprint, increases energy efficiency, decreases operational costs, and helps customers achieve supply-chain sustainability goals. The emission-free Orange EV truck can be used indoors, and the clean, quiet, vibration-free operation improves employee health and safety. Scott Stevens, Dimension’s President, commented, “In order to deliver the highest quality product, we continually adopt new technologies and develop innovative processes to meet customer needs in the most efficient and sustainable ways.” in August 2017 and five months later deployed its first pure-electric terminal truck, now effectively free to fuel with energy generated by Dimension’s rooftop solar panels. Scott continued, “We believe investments in clean technology are not only the right thing to do for the environment, but also give us, and by extension our customers, a competitive advantage.” The electric truck was purchased using funds through the New York Truck Voucher Incentive Program which supports Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s aggressive clean energy goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 40 percent by 2030. The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) administers the program. Alicia Barton, President and CEO, NYSERDA said, “Dimension Fabricators continues to show leadership by demonstrating how manufacturing companies can incorporate clean energy technologies into their businesses to reduce operating costs and create a healthier environment for employees. Its sustainability goals are a prime example of how local businesses are supporting Governor Cuomo’s nation-leading clean energy goals and our fight against climate change.” As a result of the Truck Voucher Incentive Program, Dimension deployed the Orange EV truck for about the price of a diesel. By eliminating diesel fuel, exhaust fluid, and other diesel-related expenses, they expect significantly . Dimension anticipates fuel and preventative maintenance savings of at least $10,000-$15,000 annually on 2,000-2,500 hours of truck operation. “Going electric means we’re also free from headaches that come with diesel emission control technology,” shared Scott. “For emissions control systems to work, diesel exhaust has to get and stay hot, which doesn’t happen with low-speed, start-stop usage like ours. As a result, systems clog up and trucks don’t work properly.” In contrast, Orange EV electric trucks . And the powertrain is just one of many improvements fleets prefer over diesel.” Since Dimension’s trucks must operate inside the plant alongside active manufacturing processes, vibration, noise, and exhaust from diesels are a nuisance and potential safety hazard. “Our drivers routinely back 60-foot trailers into the plant, and the diesel trucks vibrate and rattle, shaking mirrors wildly and moving them out of alignment. It’s aggravating and unsafe,” shared Greg Stevens, Dimension’s Operations Manager. “The Orange EV truck is a drastic improvement – it’s smooth and quiet, we no longer have to shout to communicate, and no fumes exhaust into the building.” is increasingly important in an industry facing driver shortages. Dimension has very low turnover and strives to further increase retention, in part by enhancing driver comfort. “Happy and safe operators stick with you for the long term, and the guys just love the new Orange EV truck,” said Greg. “They can’t stop raving about it, especially the interior creature comforts given recent weather. It’s been extremely cold with highs in the single digits. The way the operators are in and out of the truck making short moves, they really appreciate heat that actually works.” Orange EV directly discounted the price of Dimension’s truck using the New York Truck Voucher Incentive Program. Funds are still available but fleets are encouraged to act by end of March; under the current program, trucks must be delivered and funds redeemed by June 30, 2018. Serving the construction industry since 1984, . 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Orange EV is Featured Cover Story in Thinking Bigger Magazine
Orange EV is featured in the March 2018 issue [...]