Fifth-wheel competition
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• A major US fifth-wheel manufacturer has established a base in the south of England to move into the fifth-wheel market both in the UK and on the Continent.
Fontaine, which claims over 40% of the American market with annual sales of 120,000 units, has alrady achieved Type Approval in the UK, and begins sales this month.
Though initially distributing fifth-wheel kits brought in from the States, Fontaine plans to begin manufacture for Europe from its Poole, Dorset base within 18 months.
The fifth-wheels feature a novel "No-slack" locking arrangement, and are backed up by a five-year unlimited distance warranty. Managing director Ray Bryan promises "full technical support services and in-house training facilities".
Fifth-wheel and landing leg manufacturer Jost has been awarded the BS5750 standard.