TrailerForum 2/2019 IN THIS EDITION Editorial Companies in the areas of transport and logistics are currently under particularly heavy pressure. Political developments such as Brexit and international trade disputes that keep reigniting are putting a severe burden on the economic situation and are forcing them to Forum Krone is the Best Brand 2019 In the selection of the “Best Brands 2019” of the transport and logistics industry, three Krone products were on the winners’ podium together. In the “Tarpaulins/Curtainsiders” category, the company took first place – last year it was in second place. In Facts Digital, flexible and innovative ● COWORKING PLACES: For what reasons do you offer your employees the opportunity to work outside the office?91 percent - Greater attractiveness as an employer;50 percent - Compensation for a locational disadvantage (e.g. due to poor transport connections);18 percent Portrait “We are redesigning the entire production process” At its Herzlake site, the Krone Commercial Vehicle Group is very successful in its production of swap systems and dry liners. Expansion is in full swing – and customers are benefitting from it in many ways. Italian delicacies for Germany The transport service provider Torello from southern Italy specialises in refrigerated shipments throughout Europe. The company has had a close partnership with Krone for more than ten years. Technology The chassis for any container Whether it’s 20, 40 or even 45 feet; the light-weight (4,640 kg) and multi-functional Krone eLTU70 container chassis can accommodate all container sizes. It’s the perfect equipment for shipping companies that require plenty of flexibility. Various wheelbases and Best Practice Open a curtain in 45 seconds Loading and unloading of a curtainsider semi-trailer should take place quickly and the driver should be able to complete it easily. At the same time, the tarpaulin should, of course, protect the load securely. Krone has developed two tarpaulin systems that meet these A Walk “Change is shaped by people“ What is the impact of the world of work 4.0 on employees and their health? AOK Niedersachsen has investigated this in the project “Health in the world of work 4.0”, in which the Bernard Krone Commercial Vehicle is participating as one of 21 project companies. Aloys Viewpoint “Managers must be role models“ Willi Poll, HR Director of the Krone Commercial Vehicle Group, explains how modern working practices are already being implemented and where there is still potential. Industry One platform – full service What exactly is Wedolo and who is it designed for?“Wedolo” is a digital platform for the logistics industry which offers simple solutions to complex problems and challenges. With just a few clicks, employees can bring greater transparency to their road transport In Scene Always monitored effectively With its own telematics system, Krone facilitates the integrated monitoring of shipments: Users can check the online position, status and temperature of their vehicles and goods at any time. Krone Telematics can be adapted to the individual requirements of any company. Collectors Have a good trip! Fred Donzelmann, Managing Director of the international Spedition Donzelmann, collected this Coil Liner with mega chassis, hydraulic rear extension and XXL tarpaulin. It was handed over by Regional Sales Manager Ralf Untiedt. The company has been loyal to Krone for a Change People create success Transport and logistics are developing quickly, but are also under heavy pressure. One issue in the foreground for many companies in this context is finding good employees and retaining them over the long term. We show how stakeholders in the industry are tackling the