Truly locally produced

It is a raw and chilly December day when we step into the warmth of our neighbor, Volvo Truck Center in Alingsås. The daylight is barely noticeable even though it is just after lunchtime. Yet the atmosphere is anything but gray. Here stands the result of a genuine local collaboration—a new truck that will soon be put into operation at Alingsås municipality's waste facilities.

The need has grown over time

The waste facilities in Alingsås, Bälinge, and Sollebrunn realized that they needed their own facility vehicle to handle transport, container changes, and emptying more efficiently.

Previously, the municipality relied heavily on a privately owned company for these tasks. This worked well, but with several facilities—and Sollebrunn only open a few days a week—it became clear that having its own loader would provide both increased flexibility and smoother operations. Quite simply, more control under its own management.

The initiative is backed by Alingsås Municipality, represented by Cecilia Fennick and Rickard Pennings, among others. Rickard will also be the one driving the truck during his shifts.

Procurement and requirements specification

As a municipal operation, purchases are always made through procurement, and the work began with a carefully prepared specification of requirements. The municipality's technical services department, which had previously procured a similar loader, contributed valuable experience. The specification of requirements was based on both previous procurements and clear technical requirements, as well as high environmental standards.

Proximity was an important criterion. Construction, servicing, and future repairs would not take place far from the business. This was a matter of environmental considerations, accessibility, and local benefits.

When the procurement process was complete, it was clear that Volvo had won the deal.

Clear proof that the concept works:
Made in Sweden!

A local construction project – for real

The result was a truck with clear local roots in every aspect. The chassis was built at Volvo Trucks in Tuve, the load changer was supplied by JOAB in Gothenburg, and sales were handled by Volvo Truck Center in Alingsås. John Brännerud was the sales representative responsible for coordinating the order according to the municipality's specifications. Volvo Truck Center will also be responsible for future servicing and any repairs.

We at Alf Pettersson AB have contributed to the overall design by manufacturing the toolboxes that are mounted on the vehicle. On the side of the frame is an AP Box Premium – in this version a 1200 mm long toolbox – equipped with inserts for smart and secure storage and a Storage frame for smaller equipment. In addition, the vehicle is equipped with two AP Bogie drawer, mounted between the fenders, which make efficient use of the storage space.

All boxes are designed, drawn, and manufactured in Alingsås, at Alf Pettersson AB—literally next door to Volvo Truck Center. High quality, solid craftsmanship, and local production meet a truck built for everyday municipal use.

Locally in each link

A truck sold and ordered in Alingsås, manufactured and built in Gothenburg, with toolboxes from Alingsås. Future service and operation in Alingsås – and owned by the municipality of Alingsås. This is locally produced in its most concrete form: local jobs, shorter transport distances, and a solution built for the needs of this particular location.

Clear proof that the concept works: