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Tail Lifts   Everything you need to know Tail lifts are mechanical devices installed on the rear of a lorry or van. Mostly hydraulic or pneumatically-driven, they allow the easy movement of goods from the ground or a loading dock into the vehicle, and vice versa....

What is a Rigid Truck?   And why they’re so useful A rigid truck (or rigid lorry), features a fixed cab and trailer, meaning the vehicle consists of a single, non-articulated unit. This design contrasts with HGVs, where the cab (tractor) and trailer can pivot and...

What is a Moffett?   The cost-effective forklift alternative A Moffett is a specialised type of forklift, mounted on the back of a lorry, that provides a versatile solution for loading and unloading goods. The device allows businesses to sidestep the need for a...

How Do I Know What Size Trailer I Need?   Finding the right rig for the job Choosing the right trailer size depends on several factors, including the type of cargo, its dimensions, the total weight, manoeuvrability needs, legal limits, and how you plan to load...

What is the Maximum Axle Load in the UK?   And how to avoid overloading Maximum axle load is a key component of road safety, with specified loads dependent on vehicle configurations. The UK government’s regulations on maximum axle load for HGVs are fairly...

How many pallets can you fit on an artic trailer? The backbone of the transport industry Articulated lorries, or ‘artics’, as they’re known, are the vehicles most people picture when they think of logistics and haulage – and perhaps rightly so. These mammoth lorries,...