Steve Murphy Ltd enhances fleet performance with TRT Traction Air System
OVERVIEW
Steve Murphy Ltd has adopted TRT Traction Air across much of its fleet to support safer, more efficient on and off-highway operation.
The system gives the fleet commonality, reliable pressure management and practical support for forestry and bulk commodity transport.
SITUATION
Steve Murphy Ltd has worked in transport and logistics for over 40 years.
The company operates 44 trucks, including 40 log trucks, across New Zealand.
Forestry and bulk commodity transport places heavy demands on vehicles, tyres and drivers.
For Steve Murphy Ltd, consistent performance across the fleet is essential to keeping work moving.
CHALLENGE
The fleet needed a tyre pressure system that could support both road and off-highway operation.
The system also needed to be reliable in challenging environments, simple to maintain and practical to install across different vehicles.
Tyre pressure matters in forestry transport because conditions can change quickly.
The right pressure helps support traction, load control, tyre life and driver safety.
SOLUTION
TRT supplied its Traction Air central tyre inflation system for Steve Murphy Ltd vehicles.
The system manages tyre pressure for changing load, surface and terrain conditions.
Chris Murphy has pointed to commonality as a key benefit across the fleet.
He has also noted that the compact system design supports efficient mounting and installation in demanding operating environments.
Craig Burton has explained that logging work depends on matching tyre pressure to the load and terrain.
TRT’s support also gives the fleet practical backup when vehicles are working off-highway.
MADE POSSIBLE:
Steve Murphy Ltd now has TRT Traction Air fitted across approximately 90% of its fleet.
The system supports improved vehicle handling, traction, tyre wear and road surface protection.
The relationship between TRT and Steve Murphy Ltd has continued since 2010.
Gavin Halley has described the partnership as one shaped by growth, product refinement and a shared focus on practical improvement.