The Town of Irondequoit’s Department of Public Works was looking to replace some antiquated fleet assets. To assist with the new assets’ procurement, they looked to Nick Padulo, Commercial & Municipal Account Manager, with Tracey Road Equipment in Rochester, NY. The town would be replacing their 1998 Talbert 35-ton lowboy and 1998 Mack Tractor that was nearing the end of its service life. The new tractor-trailer pair would be used to haul various equipment ranging from large excavators, dozers, to mini loaders and skid-steers. At times it would potentially be used to move double drum rollers. Along with the transporting of equipment, the tractor-trailer pair would also transport pallets full of sandbags. The Town of Irondequoit borders three major waterways; over the last few years, it has utilized the sandbags to combat the rising lake water levels.
Easy Equipment Procurement through Sourcewell
The Town of Irondequoit worked with Nick to procure the new tractor-trailer pair, a 2021 Freightliner 122SD, and a 2020 Felling 35 ton XF-70 HDG (hydraulic detachable gooseneck), which they took delivery of this past spring. “I sold both units, Irondequoit’s DPW bought the truck from me because we (Tracey Road Equipment), could offer the full package,” said Nick. The Town of Irondequoit was familiar with the Felling brand having purchase a Felling FT-16 IT-I, drop deck tilt bed trailer a few years earlier thru Tracey Road in 2018. “They have enjoyed the quality product and like the fact it is offered on Sourcewell (Formally NJPA) and NYS OGS contracts which makes purchasing easy for muni’s,” said Padulo. Sourcewell is a government agency that holds hundreds of competitively solicited cooperative contracts ready for use, with Felling Trailers being one of them. For over 10 years, Felling Trailers has held a contract as an approved vendor with Sourcewell. Sourcewell members have the ability to purchase any of Felling’s 240 trailer models at an exceptional value through Sourcewell’s competitively solicited contract.
“They have enjoyed the quality product and like the fact it is offered on Sourcewell (Formally NJPA) and NYS OGS contracts which makes purchasing easy for muni’s…”
–Nick Padulo, Commercial & Municipal Account Manager, Tracey Road Equipment
Customizing the Trailer Based on the Customer’s Needs
“They (Town of Irondequoit’s DPW), also like the fact that Felling is able to customize based on the customer’s needs. They are loving the trailer!!” Nick worked with Irondequoit’s Dept. of Public Works to ensure that the 35-ton hydraulic detach would accommodate the load angle needs for their various equipment. This was done with a few custom specifications: custom 36″ front fold over ramps in lieu of the standard 26″, 35º approximate, full-height trunnion approach with grousers, full-length modular wheel covers, and center decking. Keeping operator safety and ease of use in mind, they also added extra D-ring tie-downs, amber strobe lights in the tailboard, and an adjustable aluminum folding oversized load sign. “The special front ramps, rear signage, and lights all make the application easier for the operator,” said Padulo.
“They (Town of Irondequoit’s DPW), also like the fact that Felling is able to customize based on the customer’s needs. They are loving the trailer!!”
–Nick Padulo, Commercial & Municipal Account Manager, Tracey Road Equipment
Government Solutions for your Trailer Needs
Felling Trailers has been working with local, state and national government for over forty years, meeting and exceeding their equipment procurement of standard and custom trailer needs. Felling’s current product line reflects an ongoing commitment to innovation and quality craftsmanship. Interested in learning more about Felling Trailers’ Government Solutions, or how we can customize trailers for your specific needs? Call Felling Trailers at 1.800.245.2809 or fill out this simple form.
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