b'20American Journal ofTransportation ajot.com(FEATUREScontinued from page 8) nies like DCLI are actively refurbishingloweroperatingcosts.Moderntiresandibility. Tires need sufficient tread depth, especially important for drivers at night ortheir chassis fleet to improve quality, reli- improved components can lead to lowerand wheels must be undamaged.in poor weather conditions. ability, and sustainability. The companyfuelconsumptionandreducedmainte- Inspectors also require that securement Weight distribution is also a factor instated that it plans to invest millions ofnance costs over time. It is also less costlydevices,suchastwistlocks,areworking chassis safety. Advanced weight distribu- dollars in its refurbishment program. to refurbish a chassis than replace it. properly and that cargo is safely attached to tion systems and reinforced frames ensureA good example of how refurbishingRefurbishinganexistingchassisisthe chassis. Operators must keep records of the load is spread evenly, improving sta- can bolster a chassis fleet was made clearamoresustainableapproachbecauseitmaintenance, and any defect found during bility and reducing the risk of tipping over. intheMayannouncementbyConsoli- reduces the need for new manufacturing,an inspection must be repaired before the Chassis manufacturers like DCLI aredatedChassisManagement(CCM),thewhich helps lower the carbon footprint.chassis is put back on the road.actively investing in innovations to makelargest pool operator in the Southeast thatToday,companiesuseenvironmentallyForchassisthatfailanFMCSA their fleets safer. it had deployed 300 newly refreshed redfriendlypaintsandcanachievecarboninspection, penalties include being placed We are expanding rollover technologySACP chassis to the Port of Tampa Bayfootprint reduction through practices likeout of service, fines for the driver and to additional terminals and building GPS-en- as part of its overall strategy to invest intire retreading. There is also waste reduc- company, negative impacts on the com-abled capabilities such as predictive main- markets where demand is risingand thetion. The refurbishment process involvespanys safety score, and potential suspen-tenance,integratedsafetyalerts,enhancedTampa Region like all of the US South- recycling old metal and components, fur- sion or revocation of operating authority datavisualization,andgreaterautomationeast is clearly an area where demand forther minimizing waste. for serious or repeat offenses.in maintenance and recall workflows. ThesechassistomatchcontainershipcallsisFleets must also meet standards set advancementswillcontinuetostrengthenrising. As Paul Nazzaro, CEO of CCMby regulators and pass inspections. c HAssisA vAilABle inm osTr egionsfleet efficiency, safety, and availability acrosssaid of the deployment of the refurbished r eversingT rends from2024the DCL53 network, said Mike OMalley,chassis, With e-commerce growth, last- r egulATionsr equirec onTAiner While there were reports of a critical DCLIsSVPofGovernmentandPublicmile delivery, and new fulfillment centersc HAssis Tom eeTs AfeTys TAndArds shortage of container chassis in 2024, indus-Relations and HR.expanding across the Tampa Bay region,TheFederalMotorCarrierSafetytryexpertssaythatthechassismarketis Intelligent technologies are being usedthis is clearly a market ready for invest- Administration(FMCSA)regulatesinter- moving toward a more balanced supply-de-to reduce cargo threats, protecting both thement.These40-ftpremiumredchassismodalcontainerchassisandothercom- mand dynamic. Although some regions are load and the driver. These systems can alsoare more than upgraded equipmenttheymercial vehicle safety. These requirementsstill facing challenges, the overall market is be useful in providing evidence of securityrepresentourlong-termcommitmenttoinclude structural integrity, braking systems,in a good position going into 2026. Being efforts to customers and regulators. Tampas fast-growing freight ecosystem. tires, lighting, and security, all of which areable to access available chassis through the AswecontinuetoexpandtheThere are many benefits to refurbish- subject to specific inspection criteria. use of new technologies and improvements deployment of technology solutions, ouring a chassis fleet. By reducing the averageAn FMCSA chassis inspection makesin chassis equipment, also largely through goal remains to deliver the most depend- ageofthefleetandimprovingreliabil- sure that all lights and electrical systemstechnology, is a positive step for the industry ableandintelligentlyequippedchassisity,companieslikeDCLIorCCMcanare in good working order to ensure vis- now and in the future.fleet in North America, said OMalley.e fficiencyT HrougHs mArT R A T Im oniTorings ysTems L E B NNewerchassisareequippedwithE Gsmart monitoring systems. These provideCreal-timemonitoringofparameterslike tire pressure and suspension. These notifi-cation features allow chassis operators to take immediate action, reducing downtime1920-2020and preventing a situation from becomingO Eworse, requiring more extensive repairs. F SERVICTelematicsandpredictiveanalytics systemscollectdataaboutperformance and driver behavior to predict maintenanceSUCCESS STARTS WITH A WINNING TEAM!needs, optimize routes, and improve fuel efficiency.Thereisalsoanelementof safety provided by these systems.Stranded driversandequipmentarevulnerabletoSince our establishment in 1920, we haveWE OFFER OUR CUSTOMERS:potential threats. been providing our global customers a Modern chassis are made from high- premier level of service through superiorOn-site Storage and Multi-modalstrength steel and aluminum, making themhandling and performance, technologicalDistribution Serviceslighterandboostingfuelefficiencyandadvancements, and a perpetual eyeCustomer Access to 24 hour Inventory Tracking payload capacity. Radial tires are becomingon customer satisfaction. Also, we offer one Standard Berths and Ro-Ro Ramps are available popular because they have a longer lifes- of the most cost effective and reliable labor Specially engineered Lifting Gearpan and lower rolling resistance, which can reduce fuel consumption. forces in the North Atlantic. Container Transloading from / to Rail or Truck Precision manufacturing also increases On-site service provided by 2 Class I theefficiencyofthechassis.RoboticWe have the ability to accommodate aRail Carriersweldingandassemblyensureconsistent,variety of automobile, breakbulk, bulk,Efficient Distribution to Two Thirds of the high-quality welds, which reduce vulnera- container and forest products. Our bilities and the need for premature repairs. distinction, is based on our ability to closelyUnited States and Canadian populations within coordinate your Stevedoring, Warehousing48 - 72 Hours c HAssisf lexiBiliTy and Distribution Logistics. It is now possible to use a slider-chas-sis, also called an extendable or sliding chassis. These units use a sliding mech-anism to adjust their length and accom-modate different container sizes, such as 20-foot,40-foot,or45-footcontainers. Thisequipmentishighlyflexiblefor logistics operations that require transport-ing containers of varying lengths.Slider-chassisarecreatedwhenaFOR MORE INFORMATION chassis frame is designed with a mecha- CONTACT US AT:nism that allows the axle system to slide forward and backward. The sliding action adjusts the overall length of the containerJH STEVEDORING, INC. 2147 South Columbus Blvd. it is carrying. Then, the frame is lockedPhiladelphia, PA 19148into position to secure the container. TEL: 215-218-3060With a slider chassis, a single piece ofFAX: 215-218-3078equipment can be used for multiple con- WEB: www.jhstevedoring.comtainer sizes, reducing the need for different types of chassis and eliminating the work needed to locate the right chassis for eachPENN WAREHOUSING & DISTRIBUTION, INC. container. Operators can quickly adapt to2147 South Columbus Blvd. thedifferentsizesavailable,improvingPhiladelphia, PA 19148TEL: 215-218-3000asset utilization. FAX: 215-218-3043The sliding axle system also allowsWEB: www.pennwarehousing.comfine adjustments to distribute the weight of the container for better handling and to comply with legal limits on axle weight, which is especially useful for heavy loads.B enefiTs ofu PdATinge quiPmenTToday, the average age of a chassis in the United States is 18 years. Compa-'