{"id":66643135,"date":"2021-05-24T14:44:36","date_gmt":"2021-05-24T13:44:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fors-online.org.uk\/cms\/?p=66643135"},"modified":"2021-05-24T14:44:36","modified_gmt":"2021-05-24T13:44:36","slug":"hy-ten-ltd-golden-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fors-online.org.uk\/cms\/2021\/05\/hy-ten-ltd-golden-year\/","title":{"rendered":"Hy-Ten Ltd \u2013 A Golden Year"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"Section 1 – Introduction<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hy-Ten Ltd is a leading stockist and fabricator of concrete reinforcement bar, mesh and accessories. We provide an innovative, rapid and cost-effective service to building and civil engineering contractors throughout the UK. Hy-Ten is a major distributor of industrial welded mesh, security fencing, gabions and other land reinforcement products.<\/p>\n

Simon Howes Transport Manger at Hy-Ten Chatham depot which operates 3 artics and 4 rigid Hiab\u2019s explains how the Company has improved fleet efficiency in mpg and road traffic incidents.<\/p>\n

Section 2 <\/strong>\u2013 How did you hear about FORS, what prompted the company to join and how long have you been a member? <\/strong><\/p>\n

We were introduced to FORS through our involvement in the Crossrail Project and other projects which have become m ore specific in their requirements for FORS Accreditation. The systems offered and promoted would help in maintaining compliance and safety<\/p>\n

Section 3<\/strong> \u2013 What was your experience of the initial FORS Bronze audit?<\/strong><\/p>\n

In April 2016 we passed the Bronze re-audit and were encouraged to make use of the E-Learning Modules and Performance Management tools available to us.<\/p>\n

Section 4<\/strong> \u2013 What was your main reason(s) for you progressing (either from Bronze to Silver and then Silver to Gold or straight from Bronze to Gold)?<\/strong><\/p>\n

We realised that progression to Silver was a natural step in this process as more customers were specifying Silver Accreditation in their supply chain. We also met some of the requirements for FORS Silver having worked on several Crossrail projects especially vehicle safety equipment. We achieved Silver in December 2016, and decided to achieve our Gold accreditation.<\/p>\n

We use the Fleet Management system regularly to monitor fleet emissions; traffic incidents and PCN\u2019s. Our Drivers regularly use the On-line learning modules to further enhance their knowledge in an ever-demanding and challenging environment. A recent vehicle purchase has had the nearside door-window installed to aid driver vision in urban areas.<\/p>\n

Simon Howes, Transport Manager, since having become the FORS Practitioner it has given me a clearer understanding of the FORS requirements and where improvements can be made.<\/em><\/p>\n

Section 6 <\/strong>\u2013 What improvements have you made?<\/strong><\/p>\n

The reason for the increase in NOx and PM10 is due to the fact the company had a 60% increase in mileage in the year 2020\/2021 compared to 2019\/2020. Although this is down 33% from the previous year., when a total of 8 vehicles were used over this period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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MPG<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Incidents<\/strong><\/td>\nCO2<\/strong><\/td>\nNOx<\/strong><\/td>\nPM10<\/strong><\/td>\nNumber of PCNs<\/strong><\/td>\n\n

Proportion of fleet that uses alternative fuels<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Year 2019<\/strong><\/td>\n7.89<\/td>\n5<\/td>\n245.751<\/td>\n0.7816<\/td>\n0.00117<\/td>\n4<\/td>\n0%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Year 2020<\/strong><\/td>\n8.68<\/td>\n7<\/td>\n347.803<\/td>\n224.269<\/td>\n3.406<\/td>\n11<\/td>\n0%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Year 2021<\/strong><\/td>\n8.59<\/td>\n2<\/td>\n311.245<\/td>\n465.566<\/td>\n7.434<\/td>\n7<\/td>\n0%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Percentage improvement<\/strong><\/td>\n-1.05%<\/td>\n-71%<\/td>\n-11%<\/td>\n+52%<\/td>\n+54%<\/td>\n-57%<\/td>\n0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n