In the world of heavy haulage, there is a range of different vehicles to suit every application. When you want to protect a load against the elements (or hide it from prying eyes), a curtainsider trailer is often the go-to option.
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A curtainsider &#; sometimes called a Tautliner or Euroliner &#; has curtain sides that can be opened to provide easy access for loading and unloading.
Once the trailer is loaded, the curtains are closed and secured in place, creating a visual barrier and a protective shield around the contents.
This is as opposed to the older technique &#; still in common usage &#; of sheeting the load on a flatbed trailer with tarpaulins, secured with ropes under tension or ratchet straps.
Curtainside trailers offer a degree of protection for the contents of the trailer, making them a good option for transporting delicate loads, especially during poor weather conditions.
They also have an &#;out of sight, out of mind&#; benefit, as they prevent passers-by from immediately seeing the contents of the trailer, reducing the risk of opportunistic theft.
Finally, because the curtains can be rolled or retracted, curtainside trailers can be easier to load and unload &#; allowing loading not only from the rear of the vehicle, but also from the sides and, in the case of the Euroliner, even from above.
Tautliner and Euroliner trailers are specific types of curtainsiders. They were developed by Boalloy, a heavy haulage trailer manufacturer based in Congleton, Cheshire.
A standard curtainsider has fixing points where the curtains are fastened down. On a Boalloy Tautliner, the curtains are fixed on rails and, when closed, are tensioned to hold them taut &#; hence the name.
This helps to prevent the curtains from billowing in the wind, or in turbulent air when driving, and can also help to retain the load inside the trailer if it shifts during transit.
Legendary Boalloy cab designer Gerald Broadbent invented the Tautliner in and the first Tautliner &#; sold to Louis Reece &#; is now a part of the Science Museum&#;s Road Transport Collection.
The practical difference between a Tautliner and a Euroliner is that the Euroliner features a retractable roof, allowing goods to be loaded and unloaded from above (using a crane or similar lifting equipment).
It was almost 20 years before the Euroliner would be introduced &#; Boalloy perfected the design in for P&O Ferrymasters.
In particular, this specially adapted version of the Tautliner had optimised tensioners and bulkheads, to offer the maximum possible loading capacity, and was aimed at drivers on unaccompanied ferry routes between the UK and Europe &#; again, hence the name!
The Chris Bennett Heavy Haulage fleet includes both 45ft flatbeds and curtainsiders, including 40-tonne Tautliners, articulated Euroliners and rigid 7.5-tonne Tautliners for smaller loads.
If you would like to book any of our curtainside trailers, make a specific enquiry about our Tautliners or Euroliners, or you have a question about any of the vehicles in our fleet, please don&#;t hesitate to get in touch and our team will be happy to help.
Welcome back to our series on How to Buy the Best Flatbed Trailer. Today we&#;re reviewing the differences between a Curtainside and a Conestoga Flatbed Trailer. Both are great options to keep your cargo protected from harsh elements, and both are an easier, safer way of tarping your load than climbing on top and manually tarping it.
Both curtainside and conestoga trailers are classified as flatbeds. So what is the difference between the two?
We&#;ll get into some of the similarities and differences here. Some of the questions we&#;ll ask are:
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A curtainside trailer, or curtain van, is a dry van and a flatbed trailer combined into one trailer. It loads like a flatbed but protects like a van with a ceiling, front wall, and rear doors. The sides are open to allow access for loading, and the rear swing doors allow it to be dock loaded, similar to a dry van.
Curtains hang from the roof on each side of the trailer, slide open, and close to provide an enclosed trailer. On the curtainside trailer, the frame does not move, and therefore top loading is not possible.
Curtainside trailers are a great option for loads that require more protection or when it&#;s more efficient to load from the side. It&#;s also a good option if you have multiple stops to make.
A Conestoga trailer, or roll-top trailer, uses a sliding tarp system where the entire system (tarp roof included) slides from the rear to front or front to rear. This accordion-like system maximizes your loading options allowing for rear loading, front loading, side loading, or even top-loading if needed.
The tarp system includes a rollup tarp door, rear support, and a stationary bulkhead in the front. You can retrofit a Conestoga Trailer Kit onto any flatbed trailer.
Keep in mind that with Conestoga Kits, there are many moving parts and should be on a regular maintenance schedule to keep it in good working order.
The Conestoga Kit is a great system if it&#;s well maintained and operates properly. You&#;ll defiantly want to have it on a regular maintenance program.
Ultimately both the Curtainside and Conestoga trailers are safer options than manually tarping flatbed loads. Tarping loads is more labor-intensive and adds increased risk while climbing on and off of loads.
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