Don-Bur delivers lifting deck trailers for Alliance Automotive
Commercial vehicle bodywork specialist Don-Bur has delivered 16 newly designed 13.6m long Box Van Lifting Deck trailers to Alliance Automotive, complete with NAPA Auto Parts livery.
Built to accommodate Alliance Automotive’s diverse payload – which includes parts for cars, light commercial vehicles, and trucks – the new 4.95m high trailers feature a ‘Wedge’ box van double deck design including a full-length 10 tonne capacity lifting deck platform.
The trailers also feature Don-Bur’s single ram + rope & pulley lifting deck system. This design is said to deliver a smooth, balanced lift while ensuring operational efficiency and ease of use.
Inclusion of an 1,800mm platform two-tier column tail-lift with a 1,500kg capacity enables the flexibility to deliver direct to store. The final design allows for quick loading of both decks at a loading bay while enabling easy offloading at stores using the tail-lift.
“As a new client for Don-Bur, Alliance Automotive chose the company based on its established reputation for delivering exceptional reliability, durability and engineering quality,” said the trailer manufacturer.
“This initial order introduces a tailored solution to meet the evolving logistical demands of Alliance Automotive, developed through numerous client discussions and visits to customer sites. It represents a significant evolution from their previous curtainsided double-deck design…
“This bespoke design caters for Alliance Automotive’s operational requirements, streamlining their logistics operations while improving the safety and efficiency of loading and offloading processes. The compatibility with their new tote and dolly systems ensures faster, more efficient transportation.”
The trailers incorporate several advanced features designed to optimise their functionality. A gently sloping chassis on 445/45 R19.5 mini single wheels provides two uninterrupted deck lengths ideal for wheeled dolly trays.
Another benefit cited by Don-Bur is the generous deck apertures. Clearances starting at 1.74m per deck at the front, increasing to 2.06m at the rear, maximise load volume and usability. The trailers can carry 120 dollies and a total capacity of 960 totes.
They are constructed with Don-Bur’s proprietary Blade panels, a lightweight and durable 7.5mm composite material said to ensure high impact resistance and extended service life.
Meanwhile, Don-Bur’s patented LowGlide Safe Ground Coupling system allows drivers to couple from the side of the vehicle and eliminates the need to access the catwalk – a practice known for its potential hazards.
Daniel Challinor, commercial director at Don-Bur, said: “Partnering with Alliance Automotive on this project is a testament to Don-Bur’s engineering expertise and adaptability. These tailored Box Van Lifting Deck Trailers are built to enhance their logistical operations, and we’re confident they will deliver outstanding performance.”
Don-Bur has released a timelapse video showcasing the trailers’ manufacture, which can be viewed below.
