Tiger moving deck tech delivers for Asda
Supermarket giant Asda has begun taking delivery of an initial order of 167 new Tiger Trailers, comprising 147 tri-axle box van moving deck double-decks for use throughout the UK, and 20 for use on Irish Sea ferry routes.
Tiger’s new trailer solution for Asda provides up to a 44-pallet carrying capacity, and incorporates a three-quarter-length moving deck for versatility, powered by the Cheshire manufacturer’s in-house four-ram hydraulic system.
The three vibrant livery variations and memorable slogans make the new fleet assets an eye-catching sight on the road.
Asda’s new double-deck trailers have been designed for transporting both cages and UK pallets. Safety for its people and others is paramount for the supermarket, as evidenced by the fitment of a large number of warning and information labels to its trailers, along with cycle safety notices.
A ferry trestle support is built into the neck area for Asda’s RoRo operations, air suspension and a roll stability programme enhance cargo integrity, and the controls for the moving deck are positioned to enable operation from both ground level and from store loading bays.
Peter Hey, Asda’s fleet procurement manager, said: “We have collaborated with the Tiger team individuals in previous companies, but this order is the first time that we have worked with them directly at Tiger. Engagement with the Tiger team was excellent from the outset, including a number of visitors to their factory, and we are extremely happy with the trailers that they have produced. Tiger’s support has been fantastic throughout.”
Darren Holland, Tiger Trailers’ sales director, commented: “Working with Peter and the Asda team has been a great experience. From the initial on-site meetings to view their operations to sharing the 3D model of their precise trailer at the factory and finally presenting the trailer in our showroom to the Asda team we are really happy with the final product. These trailers will be servicing the Asda ambient operation, and we look forward to working with the Asda team in the future.”
A significant proportion of Asda’s new Tiger-built double deck trailers can already be seen in service on the road, primarily operating from the supermarket’s ambient distribution centres.
