YoYo MultiDrops lightens the load for fleet buyers
YoYo MultiDrops has been demonstrating its interchangeable vehicle body technology at West Way Nissan recently, where the system was put through its paces and introduced to senior managers.
The system is said to transform a 3.5t/4.25t chassis into a multi-use, multi-role vehicle, capable of being used in mixed fleets with unlimited types of bodies. It enables loads to be lowered to ground level and exchanged with minimum delay.
“The YoYo system has undergone rigorous in house and third party testing, in line with British and European standards and directives,” said the company.
“Type approval is not required, as the load frame is deemed to be a payload. This frees the converter from the expense of approval schemes or the delay of an individual vehicle approval.”
Lifting and lowering is controlled by a single operator, usually the driver, via a two-button handset, obviating the need for additional on-site lifting equipment. YoYo is non-hydraulic, robust and simple to use, the company says.
“The patented system is self-monitoring to ensure safe operation in a smooth, controlled action and comes with a host of additional safety features,” the firm continued.
“This leaves users free to monitor their surroundings for potential hazards.
“Retrofits are easy on commercial vehicles up to five years old, making them suitable for existing fleets.”
As a fleet switches to electric and/or hybrid vehicles, existing load frames can be reused on new vehicles, adds YoYo, thereby facilitating cost-effective business expansion.
Demonstrations are taking place across the UK; bookings can be made via the YoYo MultiDrops website.
Brian Bachelor, general manager for fleet and business operations at West Way Nissan, said: “Having been aware of this technology for a while we are very impressed with YoYo MultiDrops’ ability to carry heavy loads and provide fast turnarounds; their technology is onto a winner.
“Anything that makes life easier in transportation and logistics for deliveries, loading and unloading and with better efficiency and costs has to be applauded. We look forward to following their progress.”
Derek Bowes, sales director at YoYo, said: “The YoYo system gives an LCV the ability to demount the body to the ground and pick up another load, all in the space of a couple of minutes.
“Operational efficiency is a top priority for fleet operators. They require quick turnaround to ensure vehicles are in use rather than being stuck in depots. Parked vehicles are not efficient and don’t make money.
“We’ve calculated that over three years, investment in the system with three loadframes – which could be three different types – can save up to £120,000 compared with the cost of buying and operating three different vehicles. “
Lee Parkinson at Trailer Express added: “The YoYo system has enabled us to fundamentally change the way we do business. We’re much faster to respond, more cost effective and genuinely able to meet the demands of our customers.”
