How tall is your load?
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WHEN vehicles or trailers are used to carry containers, engineering equipment or skip loaders, the height of the vehicle and its load must be marked in the vehicle's cab.
A measuring device to help drivers to comply with this regulation is now being marketed by Zucor Bieffe UK Ltd, Unit 2, Tannery Road Industrial Estate, Gomm Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire.
The Telescolorry is a telescopic measuring rod comprising six sections, each 0.914m (1 yd) long, with imperial calibrations on the second section which is at about eye-level when the base is on the floor.
Telescoped down, the rod measures 1m 12cm (44in), short enough to be carried in a cab.
The Telescolorry retails at £58 plus vat.
THE Scottish committee of AVRO (Association of Vehicle Recovery Operators) is arranging an open day and exhibition at Livingstone MOTEC on Sunday, June 29. The main purpose of the event is to involve Scottish members in displaying their vehicles and equipment.
Manufacturers and suppliers will also have equipment on display ranging from two hitches and chains to fully equipped recovery vehicles. The exhibition will start at 'I lam and finish at 5pm.
Further information is available from Jim Cushley, phone Killin (05672) 280.