Avon Metals Ltd has delivered a new Volvo Euro 4 FM-380 6×2 drawbar, which was said to have the capacity to collect both recycled and non-ferrous metals and deliver finished aluminium ingots, which Avon Metals manufactures for automobiles such as the Volvo Euro.

“It is proving to be a good and very reliable truck. It offers good driver comfort and the drivers love it. It’s a multi-functional vehicle which can deliver the ingots we manufacture and collect non-ferrous metals like copper, aluminium and titanium for recycling,” John Verdon, Operations Director of Avon Ltd said in an interview. “It is also proving to be very efficient, especially with Volvo auto parts‘ I-shift automated transmission which was recommended to me by other hauliers. It is absolutely fantastic, the drivers find it easy to use and it offers a significant fuel economy improvement. The truck also features a 3rd lifting Volvo axle which gives improved maneuverability, fuel savings and reduced tire wear.”

Verdon was also satisfied with the professional care of the Volvo Truck and Bus Center in Wales due to their good service and the accommodation of the local manager. “They have a good sized depot and the workshop technicians have a good level of skills. The truck is covered by a full 5-year maintenance contract providing us with complete peace of mind,” he stated.

Operating on a UK wide basis, the truck is expected to cover 70,000 km per year, and is all set to deliver all the materials that Avon Metals has collected, using the Volvo FM as well.

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