The package was developed and based upon the reported needs of a wide section of the fleet market using experience gained by the Merridale founders whilst working many years previously for the now defunct Springfield Controls. a major provider of fuel management systems during the 1970’s and 80’s. Whilst the fuel management system was developed […]
In order to reflect on their growth and development in that period, we would like to introduce and document some examples of the founding principles that have created the Merridale that we operate today. Within a three-article special, to be published across the next three instalments of FuelManagement.co.uk’s e-newsletter, we will discuss how the principles […]
The show continues to play an important part in the development and growth of Merridale, who are once again exhibiting at the show. As an industry leader in commercial fuel management systems, Merridale Ltd stands as the sole major provider of such products at this year's CV Show. With a rich history of delivering industry-leading […]
Whether you're a fleet manager or an individual vehicle owner, the key to success lies in fuel management. The quest to efficiently manage fuel consumption has been a perpetual challenge for anyone in the transportation industry. Traditionally, keeping track of vehicle performance and fuel consumption has been a manual, time-consuming, and often inaccurate process. Odometer […]
With this transition, customers utilising dial-up communication for fuel management systems face a crucial decision: upgrade or replace their equipment. The Analog-to-Digital Transition The UK's decision to retire analogue phone lines is a part of a global trend to modernise communication infrastructure. As technology evolves, analogue systems are being phased out in favour of more […]
Redhurst Quarry, which is a part of the Ibstock Brick Company and predominantly supplies their clay, had a new Merridale tank and pump installed in May 2023 to refuel their fleet of 10 heavy-duty plant vehicles. Darren Glasse, Quarries Support Manager for Ibstock at Redhurst, told us “Before Merridale we had a 40-year-old storage tank […]
For the very first time, Merridale will be attending the show as an exhibitor to showcase their latest fuel management equipment and specialist services. Trade shows and exhibitions have always played an important part in the development and growth of Merridale, who first entered the refuelling market in 1995 with the UK’s first fuel management […]
With many options available from fabricators and with questionable offers found online, some fleet operators remain uncertain as to what they should be considering. Adding to the uncertainty, are the vague statements made by manufacturers regarding build specifications. With some tanks claiming to be built to ‘required’ specifications and some claiming to be built to […]
AdBlue is a fluid that is introduced to a vehicle’s exhaust system in an attempt to reduce the nitrous oxide emissions that the vehicle expels. The makeup of AdBlue is a mixture of urea and deionised water. When the much more stringent Euro 6 standards were introduced back in 2016, Adblue became the go-to solution […]
However, fuel pumps are critical components of a company’s operational and logistical processes, and a well-maintained fuel pump is less likely to fail unexpectedly or perform inaccurately. Regular servicing helps maintain the optimal performance and efficiency of fuel pumps. Over time, fuel pumps can develop wear and tear, leading to reduced efficiency and compromised performance. […]
