First ever Volvo Trucks for H Brown and Son Recycling Ltd

H. Brown and Son Recycling Ltd have already put their four first-ever Volvo trucks into service with their 22-strong fleet, operating out of the company’s base in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent. The order comprised one FM-410 eight-wheeler, which is used on bulk waste collection and three FL-240 skip-loaders for more local work.

According to H Brown and Son Managing Director Rod Brown, the decision to purchase the company’s first-ever Volvo’s was taken after seeking referrals from other operators, together with the firm’s drivers trialling a vehicle. “It’s the first time I’ve ever bought Volvo, so I spoke with friends in the industry who run them and everyone using them gave a good report. We trialled one and the drivers were pleased with it. Specifically, they liked the image, the driving position, the access, the good steering lock, manoeuvrability and the overall driving experience.”

However, Volvo’s reputation for good in-service back-up is key to H Brown and Son’s purchase decision. “From the operational point of view, we need trucks back on the road quickly after services and when things need fixing. The local Volvo Dealer, Hartshorne, has a good reputation and the trucks are reliable,” says Rod.

The trucks were supplied by Hartshorne (Potteries) Ltd. based in Newcastle-under-Lyme, only a few miles away. Rod continued, “Everything so far has been very good. As well as specifying, supplying and warranting vehicles, Hartshorne’s Hy-Parts service caters for the supply, service and repair of PTO’s and hydraulic systems which is an added bonus.”