Hybrid curtainsider glides into Europe
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• Telford-based Norteck Bodies has launched a hybrid curtain. sideritilt semi-trailer. Described as an open-topped curtainsider, the Euroglider has been developed to meet the loading requirements commonly encountered on the Continent. The drop-sides are designed to prevent a fork-lift puncturing the side curtain. The Euroglider is aimed at international operators who need a multi-purpose trailer.
It is designed around Norteck's 1300 Series lightweight bolt-on bodywork. All components are galvanised or bright zinc plated before fitting.
The body has a 135mm-deep opening roof incorporating extruded aluminium cant rails. The roof can be opened from either the front or rear and the rear header slides with it, avoiding obstructions when loading from the rear or top.
Extruded aluminium stanchions slide on the outside of the cant rail; a locking mechanism secures them to the side rave.
The 600mm-deep dropsides are anodised aluminium and fitted with shoot bolt locks and drop-in safety hinges. Dropside protection bars prevent damage when loading.
All four corners are fitted with 1300 Series ratchet tensioning devices which give access at front and rear on both sides.
The bottom edge of the curtains are fitted with stainless steel eyelets for sealing-wire fitting where required.