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ArticlesCover StoryMarch 18, 2009

Standardization Offers Servicing & Budgeting Benefits

Standardizing fleet vehicle platforms leads to more efficient servicing, simplifies parts operations, and promotes a consistent organizational image. However, the process presents a few challenges and limitations.

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Articlesby Lauren FletcherMarch 17, 2009

Spec'ing the Right Fire Apparatus for the Job

Writing specifications for a new fire apparatus can be daunting. Determining the intended purpose is the first step, but there are many paths to take from there.

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Articlesby Shelley MikaSeptember 1, 2008

Street Sweepers: 10 Mistakes Fleets Make When Spec’ing – And How to Avoid Them

A wide variety of options can make spec’ing a street sweeper a daunting task. Failing to identify a fleet’s individual needs and neglecting to research sweeper functions are two common errors.

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Articlesby Mike ScottJanuary 1, 2008

Florida's Sheriffs Partner in Vehicle Bid Program

The Florida Cooperative Bid Program is a success story built on patience and organization. It is proof that generating an effective vehicle bid process does not have to be managed by state agencies.

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Articlesby Grace LauronNovember 1, 2007

Gwinnett County's Surplus Becomes Treasure on eBay

Gwinnett County Fleet Management has saved countless man-hours, tens of thousands of dollars, and sold more than 235 of the county’s surplus vehicles by using eBay.com.

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Articlesby Paul DexlerNovember 1, 2007

A Long and Useful Life

Through careful use and regular PM maintenance, Los Angeles County Fire Station 92 has gotten 337,000 miles of service out of Squad Truck 592, which was still running strong when the F-350 crew cab was retired.

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ArticlesNovember 1, 2004

How to Specify and Maintain Snow and Ice Control Equipment

Winter storms, though routine in much of North America, are high-tempo, emergency operations for which government fleets must prepare and support.

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