Platform Trailer
These trailers are mostly used to transport goods internally as well as externally in a workplace. A platform trailer can be can be used to tow singly or multiply. They can even be maneuvered manually with the help of a T-handle. Whatever the end purpose these are some of the most commonplace trailers available today.
Usage
There are many end uses of the platform trailer. Many of these trailers have an extended deck that enables easy transportation of gas bottles, and other such sensitive material. These therefore come with smooth suspension provided by pneumatic tyres. For the more heavy duty industrial uses, these trailers will have keruing half lap hardwood decking to facilitate such use. Even while transporting crucibles of hot molten aluminum very often these trailers will have suitable and appropriate features. If one has to transport oil vessels in gantry platforms, then it makes sense to have small platform trailers suited for this purpose. These can navigate the narrow areas much better compared to other trailers. In anti spark environments, features like brass fittings, rubber protected edges and anti static tyres will help diffuse any chances of sparks occurring. For workplaces where efficiency plays a vital role in determining competitive success, the key to a trailer’s success lies in accommodating several engines all at once. In some cases even pumps have been known to be transported across areas with the help of such platform trailers.
Design
In the examples illustrated above what gets highlighted is the crucial importance of design in a trailer. Varying loads, different end usages and even the presence of sensitive material – all will determine the structure of a platform trailer. There are several reputed trailer manufacturers who know their business and understand the nuances of this fine art. They will consult with you on every detail and suggest the best option in terms of design.
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Kvaerner
One of the larges trailers we have produced to date. This custom made trailer can handle up to 12m, 34 tonnes at a time. Special hydraulics allow loads to be raised and lowered by up to 200mm.
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Nissan Engine Trailer
Nissan Washington plant is a model of working efficiency in practice. Moving engines (power units) between assembly lines is vital to keeping targets. We designed and built trailers to handle up to 10 engines at a time
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Plant Trailer
Swan-neck trailer used for transporting fork lifts on a large industrial site |
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Industrial Platforms |
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Box / curtain sided / cage and tank |
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Well / Stepped or V Deck |
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Specialist Process |
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Hydraulic elevation platforms
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Axle assemblies for all types of industrial plant
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