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Fail-safe braking
1) System employed on heavy, air-braked vehicles whereby in the event of loss of air the brakes are automatically applied by springs. In effect the air holds the brakes in the off position, hence air pressure has to be built up when making a morning start so the brakes can be released.
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FAA
1) Free of all average. Term used in shipping. See Average.
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Ex-works
1) A term used in preparing quotations to mean the price for the goods as they leave the place of production or packing.
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Extranet
1) Network of computer systems accessed via the Internet using secure passwords. Used to transfer and share data.
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Export licence
1) Government-issued document authorizing the export of specified restricted goods.
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07.07.2013 08:01 |
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Expedite
1) To speed up. Expression used in express parcels and haulage operations meaning to get the consignment delivered as soon as possible.
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Factoring of invoices
1) Scheme whereby a firm can ‘sell’ its invoices to a factoring house to gain quick payment. Factor is selective of invoices and deducts its commission which may substantially reduce the amount received.
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F
1) Nationality symbol for France - to be shown on the rear of vehicles from that country.
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07.07.2013 08:06 |
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EXW
1) An Incoterm used where an exporter undertakes to make the goods available at specified premises, eg a factory or warehouse.
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07.07.2013 08:04 |
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Extendible trailer
1) Articulated semi-trailer capable of being extended in length to accommodate loads of exceptional length. See also Trombone trailers.
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Explosives (carriage of)
1) Strict legislation controlling the carriage of explosives by road – The Carriage of Explosives by Road Regulations 1996. Includes requirements for marking of vehicles; drivers to be given information about explosive substances carried and the steps to take in an emergency as well as being trained to understand the dangers of explosives.
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07.07.2013 08:01 |
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Exhaust stack
1) On some heavy goods vehicle the exhaust system is routed vertically at the back of the cab to emit the fumes high above ground level. The effect is to give the appearance of a smoke stack.
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