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Direct Vision Standard Decals
Don-Bur supply a variety of decals to a recommended TFL specification for both the side raves and rear.
Published: Wed 24 Mar 2021
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Flashing Rear Blind Spot Sign
This simple, rear-mounted sign flashes when the vehicle's indicators are operating and alerts vulnerable road users of the driver's intentions.
Published: Fri 15 May 2020
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Vision Techniques BanksMan – Auto Braking Reversing Radar
VT BANKSMAN AUTOBRAKING: Radar autobraking for commercial vehicles. Detects distractions, prevents collisions. Customizable, intelligent, and robust. Enhance safety during manoeuvres.
Published: Wed 30 Sep 2020
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Vision Techniques BanksMan – Reversing Radar Detection
VT BANKSMAN: Advanced programmable radar system for commercial vehicles. 100% accurate detection, visual and audible alarms, reduces collision risks. Robust, customizable, and industry-proven for over 25 years.
Published: Wed 30 Sep 2020
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LoadFix - Standard Strap Design
Straps are suspended from the roof with bungee cord and attached to both side raves with a rave hook and tensioned with a manual ratchet. Options are available for both single and double sided ratchet tensioning.
Published: Thu 11 Jan 2018
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Anti-Vandal Curtains
Don-Bur's flexible & heavy duty anti-vandal curtain panels can be included on curtains to prevent theft and vandalism. Options are available for both rigid and trailer application, including Siosteel and Dynatex meshes.
Published: Thu 05 Nov 2020
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Aspock ECOLED II Rear LED Lamp With Glowing Body Technology
Enhance safety with our LED Rear Lamp. Adjustable, innovative design reduces spare parts, offers increased visibility, and features practical mounting.
Published: Tue 18 Jul 2023
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Aspock Europoint III LED Rear Light/ Lamp Cluster
Explore Aspock Europoint III LED Rear Light for heavy-duty trailers. Innovative "light guide," pre-wired with 7-pin connection, optional markers. Dimensions: 400 x 153 x 88 mm.
Published: Tue 18 Jul 2023
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DawesGuard® incorporating DropDown® technology
Ensure road safety with DawesGuard®, a revolutionary under-run bar preventing rear-wheel accidents involving cyclists or pedestrians. Patented DROP-DOWN® Safety System for continuous road contact. Aerodynamic, robust, and easy to fit.
Published: Mon 02 Jul 2018
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Keruing And Laminated Hardwood Flooring
Keruing flooring consists of lengths of treated hardwood planks in a thickness to suit your operation. Laminated hardwood flooring differs from standard Keruing flooring in that each laminate plank tends to offer greater strength.
Published: Thu 02 Nov 2017
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Sacrificial Flooring
In the brewery industry, this is expected and it is common to incorporate a cost-effective sacrificial plywood layer (atop a Keruing hardwood base) that can be easily replaced after a few years without the expense of replacing a standard floor.
Published: Thu 02 Nov 2017
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Leg-Safe
Landing Leg Safety SystemThe "dropping" of a trailer is caused by drivers failing to lower the landing legs during the de-coupling process; often when tired or distracted.
Published: Tue 09 May 2023
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LoadFix - Wide Strap Design
Wide straps are suspended from the roof with bungee cord and attached to both side raves with a rave hook and tensioned with a manual ratchet.
Published: Thu 11 Jan 2018
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Maple BDL Barndoor Lock / Padlock Cover
Maple BDL: Heavy-duty barn door lock for trailers and containers. Prevents unauthorized access with a robust design and Abloy Protec padlock. Popular for secure goods in transit.
Published: Fri 29 Nov 2019
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Maple Reversing Alarm
Maple Reverse Alarm: Enhance safety during vehicle reversing with automatic activation in reverse gear. Night silent feature minimizes noise pollution. Options include voice alarm or gentle 'white noise.' Commercial vehicle-specific design, pressure wash-proof for durability.
Published: Tue 23 Feb 2021
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Aspock EcoLED III Rear Lamp Cluster
Upgrade your vehicle's lighting with Aspoeck EcoLED III Rear Lamp Cluster. Featuring Glowing Body Technology, increased visibility, progressive direction indicator, and high durability.
Published: Tue 18 Jul 2023
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Tenetis Auto Tensioning Load Restraint
Tenetis Auto Tensioner: Revolutionizing load restraint. Consistent 350kg force, easy and safe. Enhance safety and productivity.
Published: Mon 06 Mar 2023
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Jost KKS Remote Control Auto Coupling
The JOST KKS Auto Coupling system provides the facility for fast, safe trailer coupling and uncoupling without the need for the driver to exit their cab.
Published: Tue 18 Jul 2023
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Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nut
The Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nut is a reliable, vibration-proof solution to prevent wheel loss in commercial vehicles. Approved by manufacturers and widely used globally, it enhances safety, minimizes costs, and features Greenkote® coating.
Published: Tue 18 Jul 2023
EBS ABS ISO7638
EBS-Safe Plus
Elevate trailer safety with EBS-Safe Plus by Don-Bur. Alerts for ISO line issues, comprehensive safety checks, and automatic suzie audits for confident, secure towing
Published: Wed 10 Jan 2024
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Panel Specification Comparison Chart
Don-Bur offers many options, but which should you choose and why?  Do you specify the lightest, the stiffest, the most resilient to damage or even a recyclable option?
Published: Thu 23 Mar 2023
Curtain Load Restraint Rings
Curtain Load Restraint D-Rings
Don't let stillages roll! Secure your curtainsiders with Don-Bur's D-ring curtains.
Published: Fri 19 Jan 2024

News

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Don-Bur Invests in New State-of-the-Art Spray Booth
Don-Bur invests £100,000 in a new spray booth to enhance paint spraying capacity and efficiency at their Clarence Road site.
Published: Thu 13 Jun 2024
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52 Pallet Lifting Deck Trailer
Don-Bur returns to Commercial Vehicle Show with innovative trailer. Features include aerodynamic "Aeris" system, latest "LowGlide" ground coupling, and more. Visit donbur.co.uk
Published: Tue 14 Apr 2015
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Confused About EN 12642-XL?
Don-Bur offers expert advice on load restraint and EN 12642-XL. Learn about the latest DVSA guidelines and how to choose the right solution for your fleet. Visit donbur.co.uk for more information.
Published: Tue 02 Dec 2014
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Don-Bur Quarterly News Oct 2014
Don-Bur Soars in 2014 with Investments, Innovation, and Market Share Gains. Invest in the future with Don-Bur's cutting-edge trailers. Visit donbur.co.uk
Published: Tue 14 Oct 2014
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Don-Bur Demonstrate The New "Delta" Load Restraint Solution
Don-Bur's 'Delta' load restraint eliminates rave hooks, providing a strong and flexible strap anchor for rave-to-rave lashing, tested up to 5,550kgs.
Published: Thu 20 Jul 2023
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Don-Bur: 1st Straight-Frame LST Lifting Decks for Parcel Courier
Don-Bur has built 25 straight-frame box van 15.65m Longer Semi-Trailers (LST’s) for a parcel courier, including an industry-first “wedge” shape with a full-length Lifting Deck.
Published: Thu 09 Oct 2014
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Argos ETS Steered Trailer
Argos tests innovative trailer steering system to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Don-Bur and VSE partner to develop a new Electronic Trailer Steering (ETS) system that could revolutionize trailer manoeuvrability. Visit donbur.co.uk to learn more.
Published: Thu 23 Jan 2014
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Don-Bur at the Commercial Vehicle Show 2018
At this year's CV Show on stand 5A50, Don-Bur are launching a host of innovative products and features that not only excite the imagination of cost-conscious Fleet Managers, they can be applied to fleets in a practical way.
Published: Mon 23 Apr 2018
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Amber Gregory Demonstrates Trailer Safety Features at CV Show 2018
Amber Gregory was among many representatives on the Don-Bur stand at this year's CV Show, demonstrating various innovative safety features.
Published: Fri 27 Apr 2018
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Exactly How High Is A 16' 6" Unmarked Bridge?
When Don-Bur first started doing double decks over 30 years ago, they were commonly built at a maximum of 4.880m high (16'); however, of late, we have seen that limit being tested where the degree of clear space between trailer top and bridge has shrunk to just a few inches.
Published: Fri 06 Jul 2018
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Don-Bur assist the John Lewis Partnership: Vehicle Fleet Rebrand
Last month saw the exciting release of new livery on John Lewis & Partners and Waitrose & Partners commercial fleet which took to the roads for the first time from the Milton Keynes depot.
Published: Tue 16 Oct 2018
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Clipper Drives The Green Agenda with New Fleet
Delivering on their vision to limit the impact their operations have on the environment, Clipper Logistics have introduced to its fleet in 11 new vehicles and 16 trailers designed to reduce carbon emissions.
Published: Wed 24 Oct 2018
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LSTs (Longer Semi Trailers) to Become Legal from 31 May 2023
The DfT has today released a statement saying that "Legislation will be laid today (10 May 2023) to safely roll out the vehicles on roads from 31 May."
Published: Wed 10 May 2023
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Longer Semi-Trailers (LSTs) Finally Roll Out
Today, the DfT has finally rubber-stamped the use of Longer Semi Trailers (LSTs) for general use on UK Roads.  This follows their press release earlier this month suggesting that legislation would be laid on 10 May to safely roll out the vehicles from 31 May.
Published: Wed 31 May 2023
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LSTs: Steering Towards the Right Specification
Considerations for Longer Semi Trailers (LSTs): manoeuvrability, weight, and steer axles crucial for efficient deployment. Plan wisely.
Published: Fri 11 Aug 2023
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Sapphire Invests in Automated Curtain Strapping Machine
Sapphire Curtains & Cargo Control invests £700,000 in an innovative automated curtain strapping machine, setting new industry standards. Discover more at www.sapphirecurtains.co.uk.
Published: Thu 09 May 2024

Faqs

GSR2 General Safety Regulations
What is GSR2 And How Does It Affect You?
New GSR2 regulations impact safety features and classifications for vans & HGVs (N & O categories). Get answers to key questions about mandatory & optional features, reclassification potential, and cost considerations.
Published: Fri 26 Jan 2024
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Do you make or sell EN 12642-XL Curtains?
EN 12642-XL is a body standard, not a curtain rating. Sapphire Curtains supplies curtains for EN 12642-XL bodies. Visit www.sapphirecurtains.co.uk or call +44(0)1782 317 009.
Published: Tue 14 Nov 2023
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What is an ISO Neck Profile?
An ISO neck refers to ISO 1726 which is a standard covering dimensions, angles and gaps between a tractor and a trailer to ensure that there is no risk of fouling between the two.
Published: Tue 14 Nov 2023
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What is EN 12642-XL?
BS EN 12642:2016 (L & XL) is a certified European load containment standard confirming the compliance of complete body structure of commercial vehicle bodies and trailers.
Published: Tue 14 Nov 2023
Roller Brake Test RBT
Mandatory laden brake testing will be enforced from 1 Jan 2023
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is today reminding vehicle operators that most goods vehicles and trailers will have to be appropriately laden for their annual test from 1 January 2023 onwards.
Published: Wed 15 Nov 2023
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Legally, What Is The Biggest Trailer?
Trailer dimensions follow Road Vehicles (Construction In Use) 1986. LSTs allowed up to 15.65m. LHVs under consideration, not yet legal in the UK.
Published: Wed 15 Nov 2023
EBS ABS ISO7638
What is "EBS"?
EBS: Electronic Braking System, upgraded from ABS. Requires active ISO 7638 connection; loss leads to default full air-signal braking.
Published: Fri 17 Nov 2023
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What is EN 12640?
BS EN 12640 sets standards for commercial vehicle lashing points. Ensure compliance with design, construction, and positioning criteria for secure goods transport.
Published: Fri 17 Nov 2023
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What is EN 12195?
EN 12195: European standard for commercial vehicle load restraint. Calculate strap strength and set testing standards for secure loads.
Published: Fri 17 Nov 2023
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What sort of tail-lifts (tail lifts) are there?
Tail-lift types: Tuckaway folds under chassis. Column has standard and two-tier options. Retractable slides from rear, needs space. Cantilever is a large platform stowing as rear closure, rotating for use. Explore more in our Feature Library.
Published: Fri 17 Nov 2023
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How tall are double deck trailers?
Don-Bur extends trailer height to 4.95m. UK allows unlimited height, but bridges usually clear 5.0292m. Double deckers maintain ~4" (101.6mm) for suspension "bump & roll."
Published: Fri 17 Nov 2023
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What is "traction" in the HGV industry?
In the HGV industry, the term "traction" is informally used to refer to a tractor unit pulling a trailer.
Published: Tue 21 Nov 2023
PPT (Powered Pallet Truck)
What is a "PPT" / "LLOP"?
What is a PPT: Powered Pallet Truck?A powered pallet truck (PPT), also known as an electric pallet truck or walkie stacker, is a material handling equipment
Published: Tue 21 Nov 2023
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How high are bridges in the UK?
There are a wide variety of bridge heights in the UK and whilst most motorways and dual carriageways are likely to be suitable for most double deck trailers, many other roads may not.
Published: Tue 21 Nov 2023
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What is the correct coupling & uncoupling code of practice
Coupling and uncoupling the correct way in the right order is critically important to ensure that all trailer functions operate correctly and avoid unnecessary accidents.
Published: Fri 20 Apr 2018
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Where can I find information about saving fuel?
Slash HGV fuel costs, boost profits, and drive sustainably. Discover expert tips, eco-driving techniques, and fuel-efficient upgrades today!
Published: Thu 11 Jan 2024
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What is an air bag?
Air bag suspension is the standard choice for UK trailers. Learn about its advantages like smoother ride, adjustable height for loading, and potential for increased GVW capacity. Discover how it benefits both cargo and trailer.
Published: Fri 17 May 2024

Products

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Longer Semi Trailers | LSTs
Longer Semi-Trailers (LST's) now legal on UK roads! 2m longer than standard trailers & carry up to 8 more pallets (60 total).
Published: Tue 23 Jan 2024
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Draw-Bar Combinations | New
Draw-Bar combinations for rigid vehicle curtainsider or box van bodywork.
Published: Thu 25 Jan 2024
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Double Deck Trailers | New
Double Decks give you twice the carrying capacity of a standard single deck, reducing your number of trips and associated costs by half.
Published: Thu 25 Jan 2024

The Don Bur Team

Andy Podmore
Andy Podmore
General Manager
Andy Podmore is the General Manager at Boothen Road. With decades of experience, Andy has played a pivotal role in the company's growth, overseeing operations, managing service engineers, and spearheading new initiatives.
Published: Wed 28 Feb 2024

Used Trailers For Sale

Used Trailer - 2010 Don-Bur Double Deck Curtainsider 7
Used Trailer For Sale | 2010 Don-Bur Double Deck Curtainsider
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Used 2010 step-frame double deck curtainsider for sale with fixed 2nd deck to rear 2/3s.
Published: Tue 19 Dec 2023

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