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Open your favorite industry publication and it won’t be long before you see ads or articles touting features that “optimize efficiency” or “streamline operations.”   You’ll rarely find these same products advertised for their less tangible, more personal benefits, like peace of mind or better health in the long run.

So, we’re pulling back the curtain on a few new products, detailing their technical features and explaining how their benefits apply to both work and personal life.

Work Ladder Stowage for Better Back Health

If you’re a tradesperson or contractor, there’s a good chance you’ll need a ladder at some point during your workday, and chances are, it’ll require some muscle.

From loading and unloading to carrying (or rolling) it to the exact spot on your worksite, to doing the actual work, your back muscles will take the brunt of the heavy lifting. With the Next Gen ErgoRack, half the battle is already won. Its rotation-with-slide feature allows the rack to drop further than ever, for easier ladder access on vehicles of all roof heights. 

By not extending yourself to load or unload a heavy ladder, you’re removing a ton of physical stress from your body. A day with a stiff back isn’t just energy-draining enough to dissuade you from exercise; persistent stiffness can ultimately determine whether you’ll have a strong back in your twilight years.When it comes to back health, ErgoRack provides enough support for the human anatomy to ensure you’ll be able to pick up your grandkids with little trouble. From your work morale to the future of your back, it offers improvements in efficiency and lifestyle.

Life Saving Partition for Peace of Mind

It’s no secret that American Van’s partitions are literal life-savers. 

Having that level of safety at work is great for the mental health of you, your workers, and your family. Knowing that you’ll make it back home in one piece without equipment or cargo getting propelled towards you is true peace of mind.

You’ll gain relief knowing that you and your team are protected. With the updated steel partition’s reduced installation time (lower by 50%), and 75% less drilling into your vehicle (including none through the floor), you’ll experience less stress getting your vehicle ready to roll. With quicker installation comes less downtime, so your business can run a bit easier with drivers hitting the road ASAP.

The RVS LedgeAlert AI Improves Your Awareness 

Beyond typical road hazards like sideswipes and head-on collisions, last-mile delivery personnel encounter a significant, yet less recognized, risk: falls from vehicle cargo bays.

The RVS LedgeAlert AI aims to curb this issue, with its AI-enabled camera designed to pick up movement in predetermined zones, such as when a driver gets too close to the edge. When this happens, they’ll get both audible and visual alerts that warn them of their proximity to the danger zone. 

With LedgeAlert AI at your back, being more careful when backing up and boosting your situational awareness becomes second nature. While you won’t be gaining a supernatural sixth sense of any kind, you’ll be a bit more conscious of your surroundings, especially when working close to the open door of your cargo area.

Business & Personal Stability 

There’s a thin line between profitability and failure in the waste-hauling business and the equipment you invest in plays a big part in determining this. 

With an advancement like Roll-Rite’s DC Series TORC™ technology (launching soon), you’ll forgo the traditional steel spring and hydraulic-powered systems in lieu of a patent-pending pivot system. This system makes it easy to keep loads covered (as per local regulations) and keep tarps down with the push of a button. Not only does it ensure workers’ safety,  it works fast enough to keep drivers moving to the next site quickly, while requiring far less parts and maintenance than traditional systems.

You’ll stay compliant, be free of worker’s compensation woes, maintain profitability, and reduce regular maintenance. With your waste hauling business prospering and a load off your mind, you can turn your attention to important matters at home, like spending time with your family or getting some much-needed rest and relaxation.  

Self-Development

Is there a change in the future of how products are marketed, even in industry publications that are heavily focused on material features and benefits? Most likely not, but it’s hard to believe that their readers don’t harbor thoughts of going home more relaxed, less stressed, and with more time to focus on their own personal well-being. To that end, it might be valuable to keep that in the back of your mind when drafting your next article or ad.