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GSR2 Explained | Understand the General Safety Regulations 2019/2144 for N and O vehicles. Learn how these rules impact your vehicle's safety standards.

AIRBAR™ boosts road safety with visible inflatable barriers and flashing LEDs, preventing blind-spot collisions. Safe-turn® enhances cyclist safety. British-made, winner of the Institute of Vehicle Recovery's 2019 Innovation Award.

Enhance safety for height work with the fall arrest system. Roof-attached strap allows free movement and locks in case of a sudden fall. Works with operator harness for comprehensive protection.

SafeConnect is a device that prevents trailer rollaways during coupling by keeping brakes applied until the driver is back in the cab, pressing the foot brake.

Side nets are suspended by an additional set of roof mounted tracks and can provide an additional layer of load containment at the sides of your vehicle.

Reduce the risk with the Banksman range. The Banksman lighting solution is a driver aid designed to deliver additional light to the areas around the vehicle when manoeuvring.

Trailer tipping is a common issue with operators who load with high density loads.   Anti-tip landing legs can help to prevent this critical safety problem.

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.

Amber Gregory was among many representatives on the Don-Bur stand at this year's CV Show, demonstrating various innovative safety features.

Don-Bur unveils cutting-edge trailer safety features at Road Transport Expo 2025, including the new Safety Suite on a TIP trailer for Whistl. See it at Stand Y25.

Shoring pole stowage rack for secure and tidy storage of load restraint poles.

Don-Bur prioritises safety with a new vibration monitoring system. This technology provides real-time risk management, improving the employee safety program!

Learn about trailer trestle plates, their role in stabilising trailers during ferry transport and loading bays, and their importance in EU safety regulations.

Ready-to-fit aluminium infill panels provide upgraded lateral side protection, meet DVS and FORS standards, and include bespoke logo and colour options.

VT Lightboard boosts visibility and safety with bright, custom LED warnings—ideal for alerting drivers to workers or hazards near your vehicle.

On 14th February 2022, the DfT changed legislation to allow for and encourage the use of safer and more environmentally-friendly HGVs on the UKs roads.

The HGV industry is heavy regulated and you can find a number of links below to key regulatory documents.

Learn about trailer rollover stability regulations and how they impact trailer design, including the role of ECE R111 | lateral acceleration | centre of gravity

Enhance road safety and reduce costs with Spraydown mud flaps. Improve fuel efficiency by 1-3%, ROI in a month, type-approved in Europe. Made in the UK.

Find out the legal size limits for HGVs and trailers in the UK, including combination lengths, heights, widths, and aerodynamic allowances.

Explore Don-Bur's trailer innovations: Plasma Actuators, Teardrop design, and groundbreaking safety features.

Most responsible operators will understand that correct coupling from tractor to trailer is critical to the safe operation of the trailer and that compliance is key to avoiding accidents and/or PG9 prohibitions but do all drivers actually do it right?

Understand how HGV roller brake tests work! This guide explains setup, testing and data analysis involved in ensuring optimal braking performance for HGVs.

Post-Brexit UK vehicle approval challenges manufacturers & operators. Understand key issues & how to navigate them.

Discover the key April 2025 updates to the DVSA Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness, including brake testing, MPRS, recalls, and compliance duties.

The Modul series of telescopic landing gear is extremely versatile.

Elevate safety with CVAS, a versatile audio warning system for HGVs and commercial vehicles. UK-manufactured, it offers programmable alerts, durability, and reliability for any environment.

EN 12195: European standard for commercial vehicle load restraint | Calculate strap strength and set testing standards for secure loads.

MHE stands for materials handling equipment. It is a broad term for a wide range of equipment used to move, store, and control materials and products.

An underrun, also known as a rear underride guard or bumper, is a structural reinforcement mounted at the rear of a trailer or rigid body vehicle.

In an industry first, Don-Bur have teamed up with the Road Haulage Association to form an HGV load restraint CPC course designed uniquely by both the manufacturers and training providers to form the most comprehensive content.

Please note that this article has now been superceded by the DVSA guidance issued 27th March 2015

At this year's CV Show, Don-Bur are launching a host of innovative features that will excite the imagination of Fleet Drivers and Logistics Operators.

Don-Bur, the leading innovative manufacturers of commercial vehicle bodywork, has delivered 23 new ‘Wedge’ Lifting Deck Box Van Longer Semi Trailers (LSTs) to Poundland.

At the 2019 Commercial Vehicle Show, Don-Bur will be showing off their latest Lifting Deck trailer, engineered for optimal durability and to reduce maintenance by an estimated 12.2%.

London's Direct Vision Standards begin Oct 26, 2020. HGVs over 12T need safety permits. Check ratings, retrofit gear if zero. Apply to avoid fines. Don-Bur can assist.

Considerations for Longer Semi Trailers (LSTs): manoeuvrability, weight, and steer axles crucial for efficient deployment. Plan wisely.

Park and shunt valves are key components of HGV trailer air braking systems | Safeguards trailers from unintended movement and maintaining air pressure balance.

Don't let stillages roll! Secure your curtainsiders with Don-Bur's D-ring curtains.

Don-Bur secures SafeContractor Accreditation for the 3rd consecutive year, reaffirming commitment to health and safety excellence.

Discover iTEBS X by Knorr-Bremse: an advanced electronic trailer braking system offering safety, efficiency, and smart diagnostics.

Smart Kingpin: Continuous monitoring, alerts potential issues, ensures safety, UNECE Approval. Ideal for new builds or retrofitting.

Understand how trailer rollover prevention systems like RSS, RSP and RSC work, including key stages, sensor input, and driver safety insights.

Learn how HGV trailer brakes work, including air supply lines, dual-chamber actuators, ABS, EBS, and emergency braking for safe and efficient operation.

Find out how to access Don-Bur user manuals and technical documents, including password-protected lifting deck instructions. Support and contact details provided.

Explore what an ISO neck profile is, how ISO 1726 ensures tractor-trailer compatibility, and the effects of kingpin position, BEVs, and urban trailer design.

First trailer examination mandated by Goods Vehicles (Plating and Testing) Regulations 1988 within one year from sale or supply.

Discover our full range of custom load restraint solutions, including straps, nets and bungee systems — all manufactured to EN 12195 standards by Sapphire.

Invest in TrailerMaster TPMS for your trailer fleet to save on fuel and breakdown costs. Early warnings for tire issues reduce downtime, prevent blowouts, and increase fuel efficiency.

VT Banksman auto-braking radar detects hazards with 100% accuracy and applies brakes if the driver doesn't react—ideal for low-speed manoeuvres.