Night Heater
Discover the essential guide to diesel night heaters. The history, types, safety aspects, running costs, and common faults of these indispensable devices. Learn about manufacturers who ensure driver comfort, safety, and fuel efficiency with expert insights and practical advice for optimal performance.
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Fuel Station (Fuel Island)
Not as attractive as a Petrol (Gas) Station, a fuel island is specifically laid out for trucks and trailers. It provides DERV, Red AdBlue services and fuel is normally delivered by means of a card…
Longer Heavier Vehicle (LHV)
Longer Heavier Vehicles (aka Super Lorries), is a classification of large goods vehicles . LHVs are not presently allowed to operate on UK roads, as they are longer and/or heavier than the law permits.
Driver CPC
We delve into the history, legal requirements, training aspects, qualification achievement, retraining opportunities, costs, industry recognition, workplace CPC courses, and the pros and cons of this certification
Skeletal
Here’s a comprehensive overview of skeletal trailers, including an exploration of manufacturers, the different types available, maintenance costs, and safety considerations.
Tanker
Whether it's transporting fuel, chemicals, water, or food products, tanker trailers play a crucial role in various industries. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the detailed specifications
Skip Loader
A Skip loader Skip wagon or Skip lorry is used to lift and transport waste containers called 'skips'. These are generally used for bulk and/or heavy waste from building sites.
Torsion Bar
A torsion bar is a strong flexible metal rod (about 3/4" thick) installed into a tail lift mechanism to help an operative to manually retract or deploy a lift platform.
Y Strap Restraint
Y Straps are used for the temporary restraint of loads commonly seen on the back of tail lifts protecting roll cages
Fuel Station (Fuel Island)
Not as attractive as a Petrol (Gas) Station, a fuel island is specifically laid out for trucks and trailers. It provides DERV, Red AdBlue services and fuel is normally delivered…
Ministry Plate
When goods vehicles over 3500 kg gross weight are first registered, an official plate (commonly referred to as a Ministry plate) is issued showing the maximum permissible gross vehicle weight…
Wheel Chock (Cheese Wedge)
Wheel chocks (or just chocks) are "wedges" placed closely against a vehicle's wheels to prevent movement.