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IPIC2015 / 8 July, 2015 Francisco Luciano, ECLF1
First Containerisation Experiences in Cycle Logistics
Francisco Luciano
EuropeanCycle Logistics
Federation
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a broad definition of urban logistics
Transport services provided by carriers (eg, last-mile delivery)
Freight transport carried out by producers themselves (eg, bakery)
Transport of tools & other material by artisans or communal services
Private trips destined to carry groceries and other goods
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Cycle logistics encompasses thus…
using standard bicycles, cargobikes, trikes or quads
urban logistics activities in the broad sense
with or without trailers, with or without electric assistance
speed
volume
weight
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demand
why the growing interest in cycle logistics ?
e-commerce & app-based services
new client expectations : more
reliable, more flexible services (parcel shops,
lockers, nomads…)
sustainability consciousdecision makers in the public & private sector
new responses to air-quality protection, noise reduction, trafficmanagement
partnerships to articulate public goals
with economicconstraints
micro-consolidation centres, low-emission zones, time restrictions…
supply
cycling culture, cycling infrastructure
growingenvironmental
awareness, frugality
more but smaller parcels
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cycle logistics is well adapted to the new setting
faster under 7 km, especially during peakhours
more reliable
ultra low or no emissions
ultra low noise levels
rolls on streets but also cycle paths, pedestrian areas, squares, even the interior of large buildings
less parking space
freight
business
shopping
leisure
commute
POTENTIAL for CYCLE LOGISTICS
figure shows trips according to purpose (Y axis) and mode (X axis), in %
Source: CycleLogistics, D7.1, 2014
Main hypothesis: trip distance < 7km; weight < 200kg; volume < 1m3; no complex trip chains
Not considered: cycling culture; cycling infrastructure; weather; topography
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two approaches to inter-operability
use standard equipmentload euro-pallets and roll containers directly onto flatbed trikes, quads or
trailers (pulled by trikes) using forklifts
develop ad hoc
containerstaking into
account standard measures and the
operationalrequirements of
international delivery
companies
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A specially designed 80x120x100 container is loaded with parcels in a DHL
Express terminal in Amersfoort, 25 km away from Almere, then loaded with
forklift into a regular DHL Express van, together with other parcels
At a consolidation facility in the centre of Almere, the driver single-handedly
rolls the container from the van onto a flatbed quad using a special ramp
The cargo-bike driver distributes the parcels in the city centre. The Armadillo’s
outer width of 86cm allows it to use cycle paths
Results
efficient integration of cycle logistics into DHL delivery chain
more parcels per hour,
less errors due to closed box
better ergonomy : no more sore back from deliveries
the DHL Express experience in Almere
Almere, NL
200k inhabs
500km of cycle paths
120 bike underpasses
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Designed by Velove (Sweden) with Flevobike (NL)
Can carry a payload of up to 150 kg but remains nimble, with a tight turning circle. A combination of Rohloff speedhub and a 250W pedal-assist electrical mid-drive offers the bike the power and torque it needs to mule heavy loads up steep hillsides.
Narrower than many freight trikes, it allows drivers to overtake other cyclists on paths and easily find parking spots
A double-wishbone suspension permits riders to drive over unequal areas at full throttle without stressing the frame nor damaging the payload within.
Modular : different trailers can be attached.
the Armadillo is not your standard bike
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towards modularity & standardisation …
On the issues to be addressed…
Dimensions: Euro dimensions inside or outside? 80cm corresponds to euro pallets and acceptable width for cycle lanes
Weight: fixing maximum payload would facilitate vehicle & handling equipment design
Handling: Forklifts or manual (using ramps)? if ramps: position of castors (« fixed » or rotating), position of handles…
Fixation to vehicles (cargo bike, van): locking pins, latching points
Access doors: on one side, on both sides, behind? locking system ?
Container structure: stacking of several containers possible?
Ingress Protection (IP) rating : solid particle, liquid, mechanicalimpact…
On the method …
Gradual, consensualconvergence towardsindustry standards
Priorities: start with crucial issues and seek not perfection
Anticipation on the basis of a commonly acceptedroadmap
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goals of the
knowledge sharing, within the ECLF and with other institutions
training and support for cycle logistics operators and new businesses
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thank you
Francisco Luciano
federation.cyclelogistics.eu
