Case Study: H.R. Ewell achieves $100K inventory savings and 30% fewer tires in stock with Trimble fleet maintenance software

H.R. Ewell - Customer Case Study

H.R. Ewell, Inc., a leading U.S. bulk food-grade carrier founded in 1946, operates 148 power units across six states and set out to reshape its business through green initiatives. To improve truck energy usage and gain visibility into costs and operational performance, the company needed a fleet maintenance system to track breakdowns, inspections, maintenance, outside vendor work and other lifecycle activities.

Trimble fleet maintenance software provided an end-to-end solution for preventive maintenance scheduling, parts inventory, fuel and tire usage, mechanic hours, billing and warranty recovery, while reducing time lost to paper invoices. The implementation delivered measurable gains—$100,000 saved in inventory in 12 months, a projected 30% reduction in tires kept in stock, increased warranty reimbursements, better training, and operational accountability—and supported eco-friendly moves like adopting wide-base tires and using landfill methane fuel.

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