Walking / Moving Floor
Walking or 'Moving' floor is a hydraulically-driven moving-floor conveyance system for moving bulk material or palletised product, which can be used in a warehouse, loading dock or semi-trailer.
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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.
Tail Lift
Tail Lifts come in all shapes, sizes and weight capabilities. Powered electrically and hydraulically they are one of the key pieces of engineering that companies reply on to safely move…
Tractor Units
In this article, we will explore the top tractor unit manufacturers in the UK and Europe, their best-selling vehicles and delve into the various wheel arrangement and cab options available.
Telematics
Telematics incorporates a range of technologies (including GPS trackers) which are used to monitor aspects of driving. That data is then transmitted to a fleet manager or an insurer to…
Outriggers
Outriggers (sometimes called Stabilisers) are retractable hydraulic `legs’ that extend, like a spider’s legs, away from the truck before they make contact with the ground.
King Pin Lock
King Pin Locks prevent unauthorised coupling of trailers. Some King Pin Locks utilise high end security cylinders with internal tumblers that act like a safe.
Vehicle Height Markers
Despite their mundane appearance, these markers are vital in preventing costly and dangerous accidents, such as bridge strikes, which can cause severe disruptions and damage to both infrastructure and vehicles.…
Double Deck
In this article, we will explore the specifications, types, common uses, common faults, list of manufacturers, and safety aspects of double deck trailers used in the UK.
Conspicuity Markings
Conspicuity markings illuminate the outline of HGVs at night by reflecting the headlights of the vehicles following behind. The Department for Transport research concluded that the use of Conspicuity markings would…
King Pin
A Kingpin is a two or three and a half inch diameter vertical steel pin sticking out from the bottom of the front of the semi-trailer. A coupling device called…