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NSA Pneutec Renews Partnership with Vipal
cooperatives gave an important boost to the competitiveness of the sector, with the launch of a national shopping centre, which will provide cost savings in the purchase of products and contracting services, such as tyres, retreads, fuel oil and lubricants; insurance charges, third party and life insurance; vehicles, parts and accessories.
The President of the OCB, Márcio Lopes de Freitas, declared that central purchasing is a major breakthrough in the service of the Brazilian co-operative movement. "The network expansion throughout Brazil is extraordinary and this will give the opportunity for the development of the entire sector." he said.
The national coordinator of the transport branch of the OCB, Abel Paré, explained that the idea of creating national central purchasing arose from the success of the Rede Transport founded on January 25, 2011 in Rio Grande do Sul. The centre will have a Board of directors, consisting of a board of eight members, all members, elected by a general meeting.
The centre will develop a virtual platform containing the record of prices, ie, a system for approval of suppliers and buyers / associates. The administrative headquarters will be located in Arroio do Meio (RS), alongside the HQ of Rede Transport.
NSA Pneutec has a history extending back 60 years in Brazil’s retreading sector and it recently renewed its partnership agreement
Cesar Claro.
For the coming years, the company will continue with the support of Vipal to spread the 4G programme,
a unique technology in Brazil and adopted by the NSA, which aims to generate a complete cycle for the tyre, with minimum human intervention in the process, valuing perfection and the standardisation of products, that will modernise operations and generate savings for fleet operators.
The new 4G process will address imperfections caused during the entire life of the
tyre and uses the Vipal "ECO" tread, which produces diesel fleet economy.
Studies, now validated by customers, have shown as a result of the 4G reforms, mileage up to 55 per cent more than a 2nd line tread and up to 29 per cent yield against a premium tread.
For Vipal, the renewal of the partnership is increasingly important.
"Tyre retreading is a common practice among carriers worldwide, and the carriers appear to be more conscious about the contribution of tyre retreading to reducing the operating costs of the fleet as well as of their positive environmental impact." Says Vipal’s marketing manager, Eduardo Sacco.
Giulio Cesar Claro receives the contract from Vipal
Tipler Promotes Regional Dealer Meetings
Tipler met its dealer network to address its strategy in strengthening and growing its dealer network recently. Three events brought together dealers from all parts of Brazil, Argentina, Chile and Uruguay.
Tipler product brand.
At the end of each meeting, dealers who had completed five-year periods as Tipler customers in the third quarter of 2014 received a tribute. Giaretta Pneus, Seara / SC, was honoured for 25 years.
The meetings covered topics such as “Political Freedom”, which guarantees freedom to the dealers to drive their businesses; they presented first-hand new precured treads being launched and also promoted the discussion of strategies for sustainable growth with the dealers, the network and the brand. In addition, the meetings were an important time to promote the relationship between dealers and with the team at Tipler, valuing and demonstrating the importance of each dealer to the Tipler Network. There was also a visit to the premises of Unique Rubber Technologies, the company responsible for manufacturing the
Recapagem Helena, with units in Sete Lagoas / MG, Uberlândia / MG, Montes Claros / MG and Ribeirão Preto / SP, was recognised for 20 years service. Marques Tyres, Sumaré / SP, was honoured for 15 years, and the Good Recap of Bom Jardim / RJ, was given a 10 year award.
"We thank all the dealers who attended the meetings, with the conviction that the matters discussed will lead to the strengthening and growth of the market, and we believe that we have an increasingly competitive and constantly expanding network," said Fabiano Fratta, Commercial Manager Tipler.
with Vipal until 2020. As a result of 17 years of accredited service with Vipal, NSA has retreaded over 1 million tyres using Vipal products. The purpose of the renewal of the partnership is to maintain standardisation of services and provide customers with guaranteed quality and safety.
As an accredited Vipal Network member, NSA Pneutec highlights the importance of this new cycle for the next six years. "For us, the whole story between the NSA and Vipal is synonymous with pride. We are companies with large market experience and we know we can count on innovative products and services. Vipal is one of the leading manufacturers of retreading materials in the world, exporting to over 80 countries, "says commercial director of NSA Pneutec, Giulio
Number of Brazilian Transport Co-operatives Doubles
The Brazilian transport sector is booming and the number of transport co-operatives is rising steadily as transporters and service sectors see the advantages of co- operation through larger associations.
Over the last thirteen years the industry had a significant increase, from 542 cooperatives in 2001 to 1,228 in 2014. The number of cooperative members increased to 14,051 professionals. Co-operatives include both cargo carriers, and passenger operators, with an important role in the organisation
and professionalism of these drivers.
According to the Organization of Brazilian Cooperatives (OCB), the transport sector has a fleet of 33,000 vehicles and is responsible for the circulation of 330 million tons of cargo, with an economic turnover of R $ 6 billion a year, playing an important role the flow of Brazilian production. Already, co- operative passenger fleets amount to 46 thousand vehicles per year and carr y approximately 2 billion people.
In September 2014 transport
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