Keeping tarpaulins secure with Welwyn tools
Welwyn Tool Group, which distributes Leister welding equipment in the UK, has highlighted the vehicle security benefits of its product range.
The company offers a portfolio of welding devices that can help fleets protect cargo from theft, as well as for the production and repair of truck tarpaulins.
“Truck transportation plays a critical role in the movement of goods across the country and is an essential link between producers, distributors, and consumers,” said the company.
“Truck tarpaulin covers need to be made for secure fitting coverage to keep goods safe during long distance travelling, as well as being versatile and durable, protecting cargo from weather conditions and preventing theft.
“Truck tarpaulin material is generally made of durable, weather resistant PVC, which is flame-retardant, robust and tear resistant. Truck tarpaulins must be welded in a durable and secure manner, to ensure a long lifespan and safe storage of the goods to be transported. With a range of welding machines and hot air blowers from Leister, commercial vehicles are optimally and efficiently equipped with suitable tarpaulins.”
The Leister range includes the Variant T1, said to be an excellent tool for welding tarp with a reliable and sturdy design tailored for professional use.
“This welding machine has been designed with everything in mind for working with tarpaulin. Capable of welding at an outstanding top speed of up to 18 metres (59 feet) per minute, the Variant T1’s compact and slim design, along with its robust build, ensures you can produce smooth, high-quality welds again and again with ease,” said the company.
“In addition to a long tarpaulin lifespan, anti-theft protection is also important. Truck tarpaulins can be cut open almost silently with a knife, allowing cargo to be stolen unnoticed by the driver. However, if the tarpaulin is reinforced with ‘anti-vandalism bands’, theft is harder.
“The Variant T1 tape welding machine is perfect for welding reinforcement and tamper-proof tapes on truck tarpaulins. Thanks to the ‘e-drive’ operating concept, setting the relevant welding parameters couldn’t be easier. The tape delivery system and guide rollers direct the tape under the pressure roller, keeping it taut right up to the last bit.”
Also available is the benchtop mounted Hemtek ST welding machine, which welds hems on tarpaulins from start to finish in one welding process, and is said to be ideal for tarpaulins made of PVC, PE, PP, and other thermoplastics.
“Extremely intuitive to set up and use, the Hemtek ST uses a foot pedal to allow both hands remain free to guide the material,” said Welwyn.
“The welding machine is compact, can be set up quickly and is ready to weld as soon as it’s assembled. Hemtek ST doesn’t require any material preparation prior to welding or any welding with a heat gun afterwards. With welding speeds of up to 12 metres (39 feet) per minute, the Hemtek ST embodies smart efficiency.”
Meanwhile, the versatile Uniplan 300/500 automatic welders are said to be great all-rounders for tarpaulins and curtains at a lower cost entry into the market.
“The ideal choice for automatic and safe welding truck tarpaulins, the welding tools are easy to use on the table, as well as on the floor and include integrated lifting of the tarpaulins to make it easier to prepare and feed the material before welding,” said the firm.
“The automatic swivelling-in of the nozzle makes work easier and increases reliability. Thanks to a movable swivel castor wheel, it is easy to get around obstacles such as lugs, grommets, rivets, and tensioning hooks. The Uniplan 300/500 welders include closed-loop temperature controls to ensure process reliability regardless of environment.
“With a maximum speed of 16 metres per minute (52.5 feet per minute) and a brushed blower motor the Uniplan 300 is automatic, safe, and practical. The Uniplan 500 has high welding power, a brushless motor and comes with everything you need for overlap and hem welding any material.”
Welwyn supplies the full range of Leister plastic welding and industrial process heat equipment, and technical support from a team of dedicated engineers.
