PRODUCTS | Sunblinds | Reduce glare and increase Operator Comfort

Modern Motor Trimmers are well known for providing world class seating options to our customers operating across a range of markets from the mining industry, to road builders and construction workers, truck drivers, and the like.

While the ISRI seat is front of mind when the MMT name is mentioned, one product we are particularly proud to supply is our range of sun blinds. As you've heard us say before, we like to think of ourselves as problems solvers. We talk to our customers on a regular basis, so if they've got a problem or some issue, we like to see if we can fix it. Sometime that seems such a long time ago now, we were out on a mine with one of our customers just doing our normal thing in relation to ISRI seats. While we were there, a customer mentioned a complaint from an operator who wasn't having much luck shielding himself from the sun while carrying out his day to day operating duties. This got us thinking and importantly it got us to work. From this first thought, we came up with our first set of sunblinds and installed it a short time later. That was the start of providing a number of both block out and see through blinds for excavators, trucks, wheel loaders, and any other equipment our customers happen to have. We are proud to supply a range of sunblinds which we have refined over the years and are manufactured to the highest standard. The MMT Sunblind has become renowned for reducing glare and maximising protection against damaging UV rays. We have designed our range from full block to semi-transparent. They are easy to install using standard mounting points, which eliminates the need to drill additional holes in the cab of your truck or equipment. We’ve also made sure that our blinds are easily adjustable, so you're not wasting time in the cab away from the job you're there to do.

CUSTOMERS | Helping maintain a safe & efficient working environment

MMT has been supplying BHP a range of ISRI seats for their mining trucks and excavators since 1999 starting on the Whaleback site at Newman, WA. From fitting that first ISRI 6000 series seat, this relationship has grown over the years were we have supplied a wide range of ISRI models installed in various brands and types of equipment within the BHP fleet. Not only does the supply of new seats form an important part of our relationship within BHP, but we regularly service and recondition existing seats to either get just a little more life out of them, or to make sure that they are in tip top working order. This relationship has helped BHP maintain a safe and efficient working environment for their operators, while at the same time, holding in check costs that are associated with a new seat replacement programme. Grant Van Elswyk, Sales Manager at MMT says, “BHP has been such a loyal customer of ours for so many years now. When dealing with them, we have to consider the different sites they work at, the different seat configurations that each site may need, and any other nuances that can arise. This keeps us sharp in making sure we’re on the ball, and delivering a high quality service.” This translates to a more efficient all around service for all MMT customers. As we say at MMT, we consider ourselves to be problem solvers. We hope to help BHP maintain a safe and efficient work environment for their equipment operators for many years to come.

HEALTH | Endometriosis Sisterhood of Support Perth | Living with Endometriosis

In last month's edition of MMT News, we introduced Monique Alva, who has taken up role within our Sales Support Area.  To recap some of that article, Monique is heavily involved with the Endometriosis Sisterhood of Support Perth, as the name suggests, a group specifically established to offer support to women living with Endometriosis in Western Australia.

We thought it would be a good idea to expand on some of this information as we feel this is an important issue in the health of so many of our co workers and customers lives.

Endometriosis is a painful condition that physically affects a woman's reproductive organs and can spread to other internal organs. In simple terms, the condition occurs when tissue similar to the lining the uterus, grows outside of it.  

With an average 7 to 10 years for diagnosis, once women are diagnosed they may have many questions about the cause, symptoms, diagnosis process and what options may be available to them in terms of treatment.  Management of the disease can include medications, procedures, therapies and lifestyle adjustments to bring the condition ‘under control’.

Just like any condition, people afflicted with endometriosis often have many questions and benefit by seeking support.  

“Knowing where to go for advice and support is important, and reading and listening to the personal stories of women who have endometriosis is helpful too, particularly the importance of not giving up hope.”

Ref: https://jeanhailes.org.au/health-a-z/endometriosis

Endometriosis Perth Sisterhood of Support is peer based support group that may be able to help. As we touched upon last issue and as the name suggests, this group offers support to women living with Endometriosis in Western Australia.  With over 500 members there is a considerable body of knowledge, good resources and many shoulders to lean on within the group.

Monique Alva, the group’s co-leader, is a passionate advocate of sharing knowledge and spreading the word.  “Having more knowledge always helps, whether that’s in the form of biology, proven health tips, or just having someone available that you can talk too.  Within this group we have built a body of knowledge & support that is growing every day.”

Hearing the stories of others only reinforces how important these forms of support systems are to people struggling with these conditions on a daily basis.

“...from my personal battle, the advice and suggestions I received in the group has helped me work out who I needed to see in order to help me live my life with endo.  They were supportive, helpful, and honest and let me be me. If I had a thousand questions, they would do their best to answer. If I was scared, they would soothe me. I can honestly say without this group; I would not be where I am today”.

If you suffer from this condition or know of someone who may need some help, visit the Endometriosis Perth Sisterhood of Support through the links below, or contact Monique through MMT.

Website - http://www.endoperthsisters.com/

Public FB Page - https://www.facebook.com/endoperthsisters/

Private FB support group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/162918547233318