When Sarpsborg ASVO set out to find a new work tool, they chose the smart, eco-friendly Norwegian vehicle Paxster. The ASVO Paxster is mainly used for litter collection, and with a customised top speed of 7 km/h, most employees can drive it without a licence. We visited them to talk with both the team leader and the employees — and met a cheerful and positive group.

Enabling meaningful work

Sarpsborg ASVO AS is a supported employment company whose main tasks are to assess, qualify, integrate, and include employees in adapted work schemes (VTA) and apprenticeship programs in Sarpsborg municipality. Their goal is to help each individual become part of an inclusive working life.

 

“The Paxster is a great tool that simply helps us in our daily work. It makes our workday easier.”

Nina Samuelsen, Arbeidsleder Sarpsborg ASVO

 

Covers the entire Sarpsborg city centre

One of the most important tasks carried out by the City Group at ASVO is collecting litter around the city using their distinctive litter carts. When the bags are full, they are left in place to be collected later by the Paxster, driven by one of the employees. This not only makes the work more efficient but also provides a great sense of achievement for the three employees who take turns behind the wheel. By working efficiently, the team covers an area of 4.3 km².

Thorough training was essential

Samuelsen is very pleased with the entire process — from purchase, to training, and the follow-up service. She was heavily involved in working with Paxster and the Norwegian Public Roads Administration to get the Paxster approved with a maximum speed of 7 km/h. Now, the path has been paved for others looking to buy a Paxster for similar purposes, and this solution can be delivered as standard from Paxster.

 

“There was a bit of back and forth, but everything worked out, and now it’s much easier for those who come after us,” she confirms. She also highlights that having reliable service was important when choosing a vehicle. Paxster’s technician has visited a couple of times, arriving quickly and taking the time both to fix the vehicle and have a friendly chat with the employees — something they greatly appreciate. Paxster offers nationwide service with quick response times and reasonable prices.

 

 

“The cargo box is spacious and easy to customise with clamps and other fittings that make our work even easier.”

Nina Samuelsen, Team Leader, Sarpsborg ASVO

 

Loved by ASVO employees

When we visited the fantastic team at Sarpsborg ASVO and asked what they thought about driving their new vehicle, they responded with big smiles. They love not only driving it, but also the attention they get while cruising through the pedestrian street and the town square. They proudly show off both the custom graphics on the cargo box and the great lighting fitted on the roof. The orange warning light helps alert people nearby to the vehicle’s presence. “People smile and wave when we pass by and thank us for the good work we’re doing,” they say in unison.

Wanted to choose eco-friendly — chose a used vehicle

ASVO received quotes for both a new and a used Paxster, but after realising they could get an already eco-friendly vehicle that had been completely disassembled, refurbished, and rebuilt — at about half the price — they chose the circular alternative. “Reusing is a good thing,” concludes Samuelsen.