An issue of visibility, following the death of a young cyclist hit by a truck on the 22nd of August 2016. 

« Projet Montreal wants police to focus on enforcing speed limits for all trucks and it also wants measures to eliminate their giant blind spots. »

Source : CTC News Montreal

The Sociéte d’assurance automobile du Québec (S.A.A.Q), has clearly demonstrated the image, Blind spots on a truck represent a significant area. The bigger the truck, the more space covered by blind spots.

What do you think? Should we obligate transport companies to install security cameras?

A camera will diminish the driver’s blind spots thus diminishing the risk of serious accidents.

Many types of cameras can be recommended for this situation. Simple cameras, radars or ultrasounds, morphological recognition.

Attention, the security cameras are tools to help the trucker be more vigilant. . The obligation to install cameras may not prevent all accidents but can certainly help to prevent many. Whether you are a cyclist, pedestrian, motorist, trucker or other, be careful we share the same road so we must also learn to share the responsibilities.

Maximize your vision and security in your environment by installing a camera: 

The system offer flexibility: wherever you load, the scale is at hand!

A load scale system permits you to control the following ;

Your Data :

Permits to have precise data and exact weight. No more false estimates!

Your Costs :

If the truck is overloaded ,you have a risk of being fined and if the truck is not loaded enough you lose time and money!

Your time :

A scale increases productivity on the site by optimizing your loads . A load done properly the first time permits incredible time saved! , and reduces rotations of vehicles.

The electronic weighing system for all vehicle types

A good lubricant is essential for preventative maintenance for your equipment. Most of the foremen that are responsible for the maintenance of equipment will agree with this statement concerning preventative maintenance. If there is a lack of grease where there is movement and it collects dust or you wash the machine it will prematurely start to damage the moving parts. To know more about the advantages linked to automatic lubrication, consult the article «Preventative maintenance».

Today’s reality is that most equipment are exposed to rough conditions (demolition, excavation, etc.) where the system is dangerously exposed. Working in such conditions can implicate costly repairs due to crushed and/or torn hoses which can lead to extra time for preventative maintenance.

Customized lubrication systems for your environment.

In order to address this issue, Alltech Group has adapted their lubrication systems to such environments by installing a special shielding to prevent damaging parts and hoses in critical areas of the equipment.

Shielding is installed on equipment that operate in extreme conditions such as demolition, excavation in rocky areas, mines, quarries, forestry, etc. it prevents costly repairs due to crushed and/or torn hoses. All areas at high risk are reinforced and protected.

An example of a shielding installed on a loader.

• The hoses placed in a hazardous area are protected by a protective metal angle and maxi clamp.
• Points that are located in hazardous areas are linked with metal hose.

An example of shielding installed on a excavator.

• The distribution valve located on the H-Link is protected by a protective metal plate.
• The pump is installed in the motor or tool compartment, sheltered from debris, weather and contaminants.
• Points situated in hazardous areas are linked by ultra-resistant metal hose.
• The supply lines of the H-Link are protected by a mechanical tube.

Do not forget your automatic lubrication system must be your go too and not your burden!

ALLFETT Lubrication system

Versatile system which is personalized very easily to all applications.

The blind spots in the front and the rear of a machine

represents the most dangerous zones.

Accidents caused by blind spots represent major unforeseen expenses to your company. A camera system would dramatically reduce these expenses. A tanker truck backing up can be very dangerous and could cause bodily injuries to people who are nearby.

A camera decreases the blind spots for the operator thus reducing the risk of serious accidents.

Many operators have confirmed that when backing up a loader in a quarry or a crushing site that they are unable to see behind them even with a rear-view mirror. Mining trucks backing up in a dynamite zone can now avoid sharp rocks which damage their tires, thus saving thousands of dollars for tire replacements.

Maximize your vision and security on the work site by installing an industrial camera: