The in-cab control panel of the Isuzu FYJ Agitator features Isuzu’s kerb-and-channel functionality in both forward and reverse gears as a standard inclusion, which Eureka Concrete finds extremely helpful.
Improved operational safety comes with the kerb-and-channel system disabling should the driver remove their foot from the brake pedal and power divider and cross-locks protection – eliminating the risk of a driver engaging locks when the truck’s wheels are spinning.
For ease of operation, the Allison 4430 automatic transmission programming has been enhanced by Isuzu for the FYJ Agitator, improving overall control and reducing service brake wear. This includes industry-required ‘range inhibit’ and ‘auto neutral’ brake safety features.
Most of Eureka’s agitators are on the road for eight years before being replaced with newer models. Ensuring that trucks well-maintained and smartly replaced when needed keeps the business operating as efficiently as possible.
Importantly, any new Isuzu FYJ 300-350 Auto Agitator cab chassis is supported with a three-year (or 300,000 km) ‘harsh application’ standard new vehicle warranty (no hours stipulation), which includes three years of 24/7 roadside assistance and Isuzu Care only a phone call away.
“The industry is keeping us pretty busy; it’s been pretty much growth right from the word go,” Eureka Concrete Manager, Troy Beaston says.
For Eureka Concrete, expanding service outside of Ballarat could be in the pipeline, but with such strong community ties right at home, increasing product output for existing clients is their primary focus.
“Because our Isuzu truck is going really well for the business, we are planning to update older vehicles over time with Ballarat Isuzu so we can have Isuzu trucks all throughout our fleet,” Troy says.
Local connection
The foundations for the working relationship between Ballarat’s biggest concrete supplier and one of the region’s busiest truck dealerships were cemented some time ago.
With their new Isuzu FYJ Agitator on hand, Eureka provided a substantial quantity of concrete for the build of Ballarat Isuzu’s new dealership in Mitchell Park this year.
The new dealership premises is geared to support growth, extending the service and product support that customers such as Eureka Concrete have come to rely on.
“We have a connection with the team at Ballarat Isuzu – we’ve known them for a long time and we’re glad to do business with them,” Troy notes.
“We enjoy looking after the local community and businesses in Ballarat.”
Dealer Principal Ian Deacon said the dealership was delighted to hand over the keys of the new agitator to a local customer, noting the mutual trust between Eureka and Ballarat Isuzu.
“The two businesses have enjoyed a long relationship, so it was a happy milestone that their FYJ Agitator could be the latest addition to their fleet,” Ian says.
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