BPW keeps trailer cargo secure
BPW offers a selection of cargo handling and restraint solutions for trailers, including the Hestal CargoMaster strap lift system, and the iGurt intelligent restraint product.
CargoMaster is said to be user-friendly and to significantly improve loading times, meeting both pallet network and automotive delivery demands. The system, which can be retrofitted, comprises straps which fully encase loads and secure them safely to the vehicle chassis.
A guided roller bearing carriage runs the full length of the trailer roof maximising haulage capacity, with a side pulley trolley improving side loading.
The system deploys readily available industry standard ratchet straps and extremely robust bungee cords, says BPW. It can secure loads of varying shapes and sizes, and is also said to reduce health and safety infringements and load securing incidents.
Built-in safety features to protect drivers include strap retarders, to prevent the straps releasing too quickly and causing harm.
Said to be highly rated by drivers for performance, safety features and versatility on the road, CargoMaster also meets DVSA load securing guidelines for vehicle operators and helps prevent damage to goods, says the company.
The strap lift system automatically lifts back into the roof space when not in use. Bespoke sheeting systems and straps are available to suit individual customer requirements.
Tensioned with a manual ratchet and attached to both side raves with a rave hook, wide sheets are primarily used for unstable or oddly shaped loads. They are suspended from the roof with bungee cords, with options of single and double-sided ratchet tensioning.
Side net options include see-through nets for collapsible loads, and half-height nets specifically for double decks. Side nets are suspended via an additional set of roof-mounted tracks, providing an extra layer of load security.
Meanwhile, unlike the standard strap design, wide straps can be deployed to spread the tension load over a wider base, reducing the chance of damage to vulnerable loads. Strap sizes vary depending on the operation.
BPW has also introduced an intelligent cargo restraint system called iGurt, which checks and fully documents the tension of the lashing straps throughout the entire transport process.
Loose cargo is estimated to be the cause of 20 to 25 per cent of traffic accidents in heavy-load traffic, says the company; the iGurt aims to reduce this amount by providing a system that tracks the restraint through permanent status monitoring.
All the devices in use display the respective preload force on the housing unit. The system also provides information on excessive preload force, which might damage a susceptible load.
The iGurt device is fastened easily and securely to each lashing strap. If a strap becomes loose, drivers receive an alert on their iGurt smartphone app via Bluetooth, and prompt action can then be taken.
The sturdy, shockproof housing is designed for long-term use on the trailer, says BPW, while the battery charge lasts for around one year, and the battery itself can be replaced quickly and easily.
