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Utilising logistics technology is one of the best ways Suttons constantly innovates and improves the processes for our customers. We listen to our customers and find solutions with new technologies that are more cost-effective for you.
How Logistics Technology Can Reduce Costs and Increase Efficiency for Your Business
Logistics technology is more than just being paperless. We can give our customers real time data to improve their supply chain and internal efficiencies.
At Suttons, you get instant access to delivery notes, GPS mapping and up-to-date reporting so that you can make crucial decisions quickly for your business when it matters the most.
Our customer portal can be updated in real-time and in a visual way to make it clear and easily digestible.
The aim is to make the process as smooth as possible for your business. Utilising technologies such as Microlise, you can rely on Suttons for transparency and accountability. With live updates, we can work together to refine jobs and pinpoint areas of improvement.
Safety
Maintaining the highest standards across all sections of our business.
Scalability
Grow your tank logistics as your business scales and develops.
Reliability
A network of relationships that delivers your products on time.
What Logistics Technology Does Suttons Use
Microlise
Through our partnership with telematics provider, Microlise, Suttons Tankers are proud to use the latest integrated Fleet Performance and multi-camera ClearVision telematics systems on our trucks. This includes a Microlise tablet in every cab and cameras fixed to the exterior of every articulated vehicle.
What this means is that you get real-time monitoring of vehicles carrying your goods on routes across the UK.
We have also managed to move beyond outdated paper-based systems for many tasks including timesheets and vehicle checks, through the use of the multifunctional Microlise tablet.
This logistics technology acts as a driver aid as well as an electronic proof of delivery (ePOD) device, aiding driver safety and consolidating data at the same time.
Heating and Cooling Systems
At Suttons, we can transport temperature-sensitive materials using our heating and cooling systems.
These tankers are equipped with various temperature control options, including steam heating and thermostatically controlled electrical heating. This helps maintain product integrity throughout the transportation process.
These systems integrate with our telematics technology to allow for real time monitoring to ensure the product remains within the required temperature ranges.
We can also offer bespoke solutions to meet whatever heating or cooling requirements you may need for your business.
Discharge Equipment
Depending on your requirements, we offer a bottom discharge, top discharge and a combination of both discharge methods.
Bottom discharge is commonly used for liquid products that allow for efficient unloading. Whereas top discharge can be utilised when the nature of the product or safety regulations require it.
Whatever you are transporting, we will always keep safety and efficiency in mind to ensure that your products are transported safely and effectively.
Lined Tankers
We have a variety of linings on our tankers to transport potentially hazardous and corrosive materials.
These linings maintain the integrity of the product and reduce the risk of damage to the tank throughout transportation. We regularly maintain our tankers to ensure the lining is not damaged and perform any fixes if required.
Get in touch to find out how our lined tank logistics could be the right choice for you.
Suttons Continually Maintaining Its Fleet and Technology
Having the best technology does not always mean buying the newest equipment. Ensuring that our current vehicles and equipment are maintained to the highest levels of safety and compliance is equally important to us.
We can also take a look at our customers’ own equipment on-site visits and use our knowledge of inspection standards to make suggestions on the most cost-effective solutions.
Some of our customers have saved thousands by following our suggestions, reducing overheads while improving operating reliability.
Investing in Bespoke Solutions for Our Contract Partners
f we currently do not have the right tanks for our customers’ products, then we have the capacity to build bespoke units to suit your individual requirements. This includes a range of added features such as:
Heating systems
Discharge equipment
Cooling systems
Tank lining
Product monitoring hardware and software
As well as this, our strategically placed locations combined with our telematics systems mean we can fully cater to our customers’ needs in the most efficient way possible, plotting optimal routes that minimise empty runs.