Utility Fleet Professional Podcast

The Future of Fleet with Sean M. Lyden Trade Show Report – NTEA – Work Truck Week 2023

April 6, 2023

Sean M. Lyden is the Utility Fleet Professional Magazine’s editor and the host of the new podcast “The Future of Fleet”. Sean will take you on into some of the most influential trade shows and press conferences shaping the future for fleets. You won’t want to miss these episodes if your in the fleet world!

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57 min. with Sean M. Lyden, the Editor of Utility Fleet Professional Magazine

Under the UFP Hood – Clean Air Month – Simplifying EV Adoption for Commercial Fleets – Scott Davidson, CEO of Revolv

May 31, 2024

In honor of Clean Air Month, we have on with us CEO of Revolv, Scott Davidson to discuss how his company is leading the charge to support a cleaner future. Revolv helps commercial fleets move more quickly and confidently toward zero-emission solutions. Offering a complete single-partner solution to seamlessly deploy, charge, and integrate electric vehicles into operations,

Revolv empowers fleets to accelerate zero-emission adoption without losing focus on their core business or operations.

Connect with Scott – https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-davidson-988a735/

Visit Revolv – https://revolv.us/

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27 min. with Scott Davidson

Under the UFP Hood – UFP Podcast – American Traffic Safety Services Foundation (ATSS Foundation) – Lori Diaz, CFRE

April 30, 2024

In recognition of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, we did a podcast with the ATSS Foundation with Lori Diaz, CFRE.

They offer various programs including:

• Roadway Worker Memorial Scholarship Program: provides scholarships to dependents of roadway workers killed or permanently disabled on the job.
• National Work Zone Memorial: a traveling memorial that raises awareness about work zone safety.
• Experienced Camper Scholarship Program: helps children who lost a parent in a work zone crash attend a summer camp.
• National Work Zone Safe Driving Education Program: free online course for teens about safe driving practices in work zones.
• Work Zone Safety Activity Book: educates younger children about work zone safety.
• Marty Weed Engineering Scholarship: allows public agency employees to attend the ATSSA Convention & Traffic Expo.

They rely on donations to support these programs. They mentioned one of their supporters TrafFix Devices.

The next ATSSA Convention & Traffic Expo will be held in February in Orlando, Florida.

Support the cause – https://foundation.atssa.com/

Lori Diaz, CFRE – [email protected]
Director of ATSS Foundation

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19 min. with Lori Diaz, CFRE

Under the UFP Hood – Ralph Kokot, CEO of Vanair

March 27, 2024

This is an interview between Kurt Moreland, associate publisher with Utility Fleet Professional Magazine, and Ralph Kokot, CEO of Vanair. Ralph discusses his career path from mechanic to CEO and the reasons behind Vanair’s recent acquisitions.

Key points: Ralph started his career as a mechanic and eventually became a fleet manager at a utility company. He acquired Vanair, a mobile power solutions company, in 1997. Van Air focuses on electrification of traditionally ice-engine driven components.

Van Air already offers level two EV charging capabilities.

Providing Mobile Power Solutions® since 1972, Vanair® Manufacturing, located in Michigan City, Indiana, offers the most comprehensive product line of vehicle-mounted air compressors, generators, welders, hydraulics, Electrified Power Equipment®, chargers/boosters, engine starters, and custom products in the world. Elevating the meaning of Mobile Power Solutions® through innovative design, training, and support, Vanair® engineers rugged and dependable products that are used to improve efficiency and productivity worldwide. Vanair® has over 100 standard commercial models ranging from 10 to 1500 CFM and is available in multiple configurations to meet your needs.

Website – https://vanair.com/
Phone – 1-800-526-8817

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23 min. with Ralph Kokot

Under the UFP Hood – KJ Johnson – Service Trux USA – Live from NTEA Work Truck Week 2024

March 22, 2024

The key points are: KJ has previously worked in the truck body and utility truck business. He recently left his job to start his own company, Service Trucks USA, which focuses on service trucks with cranes. Kurt and KJ discuss the current state of the supply chain for trucks, attributing the disruption to a lack of computer chips, Covid shutdowns, and labor shortages. KJ predicts that the supply chain will slowly return to normal, with an easing of prices and a return to some level of excess inventory. They also discuss a reality TV star, One Ibarra, who runs a gold mining business and uses custom-built service trucks.

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23 min. with KJ Johnson

Under The UFP Hood – Daniel Fitzpatrick, NorthWestern Energy – Conquering the Elements: Fleet Management

February 29, 2024

Managing a fleet of vehicles in rugged and diverse environments like those faced by Northwestern Energy, which operates across Montana, South Dakota, and Nebraska, requires careful planning and adaptation. Winter preparedness is crucial, with checks on tires, hydraulics, and the use of appropriate vehicles with snow chains being essential from October onwards. Deep snow necessitates the use of track units, requiring precise planning for installation and removal. Different terrains and tasks demand specialized off-road equipment, ranging from UTVs to snowmobiles and snowcats. Frequent tire changes are unavoidable due to the harsh conditions, and specific tire types are crucial for optimal performance. Finally, company policy emphasizes the use of professional towing services rather than employee self-towing to minimize potential damage in case of breakdowns.

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34 min. with Daniel Fitzpatrick

Under the UFP Hood – Matt Gilliland – Winterizing the Fleet

January 26, 2024

In this episode of Under the UFP Hood, Kurt interviews Matt Gilliland of Nebraska Public Power discussing Winterizing the Fleet.

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33 min. with Matt Gilliland

Under The UFP Hood – Holiday Special Episode – Buckey the Bucket Truck Book

December 7, 2023

Listen to this special holiday episode of Under The UFP Hood where we dive into a special children’s book written by our host Kurt Moreland! We dive into the inspiration of this book to inspire kids to join the utility fleet world as a possible career and inspire them.

We bring with us on the ride Kaylin Moreland who is a teacher and discusses her success with the book and a very talented artist who did the illustrations, Nichole Campbell.

If you would like to purchase a “Buckey the Bucket Truck Book” you can email Kurt to order one here, [email protected].

If you would like to get ahold of Nichole to illustrate something for you, contact her at [email protected].

25 min. with Kurt Moreland, Associate Publisher Utility Fleet Professional

Under The UFP Hood – Data Management for Fleets – Utilimarc – Paul Milner & Gretchen Reese

September 20, 2023

Listen to Kurt Moreland as he dives in with Paul Milner & Gretchen Reese from Utilimarc about data management for fleets and what to do with all the analytics.

Paul Milner is the Director of Analytics with Utilimarc www.utilimarc.com
Reach out to Paul with questions: [email protected]

24 min. Paul Miller and Gretchen Reese with Kurt Moreland, Associate Publisher Utility Fleet Professional

Under The UFP Hood – Women in Fleet – Julie Gomez

July 31, 2023

Listen to Kurt Moreland as he dives in with Julie Gomez from TEP. They talk a host of topics including EUFMC!

29 min. Julie Gomez with Kurt Moreland, Associate Publisher Utility Fleet Professional

Under The UFP Hood – George Survant – A Nostalgic Look Back at EUFMC – 70 Year Anniversary!

July 7, 2023

Take a listen as we dive in with the past EUFMC chairman, George Survant and your host Kurt Moreland. They talk a wide array of memories as they drive down the history of the past 70 years of EUFMC and what stood out to them.

Here is some additional information about EUFMC:

• The conference is organized by the Electric Utility Fleet Managers Council (EUFMC), a non-profit association of fleet professionals from electric utilities.
• The conference typically attracts over 1,000 attendees from over 500 electric utilities.
• The conference features a variety of educational sessions, networking opportunities, and exhibits from manufacturers and suppliers of fleet equipment and services.
• The conference is a valuable resource for fleet professionals who are looking to improve the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of their fleets.

George Survant’s LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-survant-a0a88813/

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20 min. George Survant with Kurt Moreland, Associate Publisher Utility Fleet Professional

Under The UFP Hood – Matthew Betz – Expert – Fleet Optimization – DTE Energy – In Honor of Earth Day

April 21, 2023

In this special episode dedicated to sustainability and launched just in time for Earth Day, we sit down with Matthew Betz from DTE Energy. Matthew was at work truck week and gave a great presentation on EVs and how they have implemented them at DTE Energy. There is a ton of great information here for fleet managers and how electrification of parts of your fleet can be beneficial!

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33 min. Matthew Betz from DTE Energy with Kurt Moreland, Associate Publisher Utility Fleet Professional

Under the UFP Hood – Attenuators with Traffix Devices – In Honor of Distracted Driving Month

April 3, 2023

In Honor of Distracted Driving Awareness Month Listen to the 4th episode from “Under The UFP Hood” hosted by Kurt Moreland. Utility Fleet Professional was live at the ATSSA 2023 show and got to interview Scott Ryan, VP of Marketing & Jeff Moss, VP of Engineering for Traffix Devices. They talk about attenuators and how they save lives.

Check them out here – https://www.traffixdevices.com/

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12 min. Scott Ryan, VP of Marketing & Jeff Moss, VP of Engineering for Traffix Devices with Kurt Moreland, Associate Publisher Utility Fleet Professional

Under The UFP Hood – Holly Giffrow-Bos – Fleet Supervisor – East Central Energy

March 21, 2023

Listen to the 3rd episode from “Under The UFP Hood” hosted by Kurt Moreland. Utility Fleet Professional has on as special guest, Holly Giffrow Bos who the fleet manager for East Central Energy.

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27 min. Holly Giffrow Bos, Fleet Manager for East Central Energy with Kurt Moreland, Associate Publisher Utility Fleet Professional

Under The UFP Hood – Mandar D. Dighe – Vice President of Marketing/Sales for Knapheide – Knapheide 175th Anniversary!

March 2, 2023

Listen to Kurt Moreland, Associate Publisher talk to Mandar D. Dighe who is the VP of Marketing/Sales for Knapheide. Listen as they discuss a range of topics including the 175th anniversary and much more! UFP congratulates the whole team at Knapheide and on setting a huge milestone at 175 years of business!

The Knapheide Manufacturing Company will celebrate its 175th anniversary this year, marking nearly two centuries as a family-owned and operated business in Quincy, IL.

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14 min. Mandar D. Dighe, VP of Marketing/Sales for Knapheide with Kurt Moreland, Associate Publisher with Utility Fleet Professional

Under The UFP Hood – Dan Remmert Sr. Manager – Fleet Services Ameren IL

February 14, 2023

Listen to the debut episode from “Under The UFP Hood” hosted by Kurt Moreland. Utility Fleet Professional has on as special guest, Dan Remmert Sr. Manager – Fleet Services Ameren IL.

Dan tells us what they are doing on their fleets and even tells a unique story involving a bear!

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26 min. Dan Remmert Sr. Manager – Fleet Services, Ameren IL with Kurt Moreland, Associate Publisher with Utility Fleet Professional