Salvo solves drive-aways
February 1st 2005

European supply chain management company Wincanton has adopted Castell’s drive-away prevention system across its entire Gloucester site.

Wincanton conducted a survey of current anti-driveaway methods before deciding on Salvo. Among the methods dismissed were axle-restraining and plate systems - both of which proved cost-prohibitive and procedurally complex - and an electrical approach that failed immobilised the trailer.

“Ultimately, Salvo offered us a robust, cost-effective solution that our workforce had faith in,” says Mark Ford, assistant general manager at the site. “Our warehouse staff are now more comfortable in their working environment and our drivers took to the system readily.” Wincanton already operated a traffic light system in conjunction with radio communication between shunters and loading bay operatives, but felt that Salvo would eliminate any potentially fatal human error.

Once a trailer has been reversed up to the relevant bay, the shunter removes the emergency air line and fits the Salvo lock to the air line coupling. This action releases a uniquely coded Castell key from the end of the lock, which the shunter inserts into an electrical switch located next to the bay door. By turning the key, warehouse operatives can raise the door and position the leveller.

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