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Bodies with roll-up tarps

The body with hydraulic roll-up tarps was specially developed for transporting beverages. It is equipped with a 24 volt autonomous hydraulic unit separate from the elevating tailgate. In the event of the tailgate breaking, the tarps can still function. As such, with this system the tailgate unit will last much longer.

Our hydraulic system is special:

  • It not only takes care of rolling the tarps, but also (and in particular), it acts as a load restraint, thanks to two hydraulic brakes fitted to the tarpaulins’ rolling tubes.
  • In addition to these brakes, there are 4 mechanical locking mechanisms pneumatically controlled through electronic risk management. This is an essential part of safely transporting beverages.

We use a system of sliding panels (as an option) which slide the full length of the body. These panels contain the last pallets.
We have worked on two main areas :

  • Safety : The hydraulic system for handling the tarps was designed to stabilise the load during transport. This avoids accidents due to loss of loads.
  • Speed : The hydraulic rolling system means the tarp can be removed very quickly. The tarp can be refitted in around 15 seconds.

This body is totally compliant with the EN12642 – XL standard.

We hold the following certificates :

  • ESTL certification (Dynamic tests)
  • TÜV certification (static tests). Load capacities: 16,000 kg for rigid lorries and 29,000 kg for P26 semi-trailers

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