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Faqs
What is a step-frame, swan-neck or goose-neck?
The swan-neck (or goose-neck) is a section of a trailer chassis where the height drops from a first level (to suit the fifth wheel height) to a second, lower level. These types of chassis are known as Step-Frames.
How many pallets can I fit onto a trailer?
The capacity and pallet footprint of any trailer depends on many factors. On this page, we highlight the different trailer types and the expected capacity.
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.
What is an "FLT"?
FLT is an acronym for "Fork Lift Truck".
Features
Step-Frame Pneumatic Ramp
Pneumatic ramps can be fitted to many double decks to enable ease of loading through the rear and up, onto the swan-neck.
3 Rung Pull-Out Drop-Down Step
A simple 3 rung step that slides out and drops down to provide suitable footholds.
Drop Down Side Access Step
A heavy duty, drop down step used on vehicles when there is a requirement to access the vehicle from the side.
3 Rung Pull-Out Drop-Down Step With Platform
A simple, three-rung pull-out, drop-down access ladder with integral platform.
Manual Flip-Up Deck
The manual flip-up deck is specified on fixed double deck trailers with a step frame chassis where there is a need to increase the aperture/headroom at the end of the swan neck.
Brigade Reversing and Warning Alarms
Why Reversing and Warning Alarms? The rear blind spot is a huge problem regardless of vehicle/machine with reversing vehicles now accounting for a quarter of all workplace deaths.
Checkpoint Dustite LR® Wheelnut Indicator amp; Cover
Enhance safety with Dustite LR, a wheel nut indicator and protective cap designed for wheels with trims. Instantly shows nut movement, indicates overheating, and shields against weather and corrosion.
Checkpoint Safewheel Twin Wheelnut Indicator / Cover
Safewheel Twin®: Durable retainer for two wheel nuts, prevents movement, enhances safety. Weather-resistant, supports fleet checks. Easy fitting and removal.
Checkpoint Safewheel Wheelnut Indicator / Cover
Safewheel®: A robust wheel nut retaining ring and protective cap combo. Retains and protects wheel nuts, reducing the risk of loosening and enhancing safety. Durable, reusable, and supports fleet checks.
Compression Buffers
Compression buffers are welded directly to the chassis, rather than the reaframe and are designed to absorb harsh impacts. This design reduces the impact effect on the rear-frame.
Full Width Steel Compression Buffer
Don-Bur's durable full width steel compression buffers provide an effective barrier between the vehicles rear frame and the loading bay, reducing the risk of damage to the superstructure.
Stainless Steel Grab Handle
The stainless steel grab handle extends from the rear frame to provide an adequate hand-hold position for vehicle access.
News
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.
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
Argos Delivers More Value with 60 Pallet Capacity LSTs
Argos has ordered 19 Lifting Deck Longer Semi Trailers (LSTs) from Don-Bur with the largest internal cubic volume seen on British roads.
Don-Bur: The Evolution of the 52 Pallet Wedge Double Decker
Don-Bur has just completed the design and manufacture of another large order of 52 UK pallet “Wedge” hydraulic Lifting Deck trailers; this time for a global parcel carrier.
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.
Don-Bur Launch New Lifting Deck "Adapt"
The new Lifting Deck body shape, dubbed "Adapt", has just been launched which provides greater flexibility with load sizes, better compatibility with existing 4m high loading bays and improves aerodynamics.
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
Don-Bur Build Teardrop Trailers For Belgium-Based Ninatrans
Ninatrans launches the first aerodynamic trailers in Belgium, in collaboration with DHL and Don-Bur. The Teardrop trailers aim to reduce CO2 emissions, supporting the Lean & Green project.
Deutsche Post DHL now charges trucks with a natural energy source
TRAILAR is a sustainable, efficient and cost-effective solution which makes a significant contribution to reducing emissions from road transport.
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.
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.
Gregory Group Partners with Don-Bur for Thatchers Cider Trailer Refresh
Thatchers Cider partners with Gregory Group & Don-Bur for a trailer refresh! Branded curtains & decals transform their fleet, promoting brand identity on the road.
Used Trailers For Sale
Used Trailer For Sale | 2010 Don-Bur 4.725m High Lifting Deck
Used 2010 tandem-axle Don-Bur box van Lifting Deck trailer for sale with 3/4 length upper deck. 4.725m overall height.
Used Trailer For Sale | 2010 Don-Bur Double Deck Curtainsider
Used 2010 step-frame double deck curtainsider for sale with fixed 2nd deck to rear 2/3s.
Used Trailer For Sale | 2015 SDC Curtainsided Ratchet Deck
FOR SALE | SDC | 2015 | Used 4.88m high step-frame double deck trailer with 4 ratchet deck modules
Used Trailer For Sale | 2010 Lawrence David Urban Curtainsider
Used Lawrence David tandem axle urban curtainsider for sale with shutter rear closure.
2015 SDC Urban Single Axle Box Van Trailers
Used 2015 SDC Urban (10m long) Box Van Trailer for sale
Used Trailer For Sale | 2017 SDC 4.2m High Chipliner
Used SDC Chipliner for sale with gantry and ladder access to roll-over roof sheet.
NEW Ex Stock For Sale | 2023 Box Van Urban Delivery Trailers
2023 Ex-stock 9m long box van trailers for sale with side access doors. Prefect for urban deliveries.
Used Trailer For Sale | 2012 Montracon Freepost Curtainsider
Used 2012 Montracon Tri-axle freepost trailer for sale. 4.4m overall height. Barn doors.
Used Trailer For Sale | 2011 Montracon Tallboy Curtainsider Trailer
Used Montracon tri-axle curtainsider tallboy trailer for sale with 3050mm internal height.
Used Trailer For Sale | 2014 Lawrence David 10.3m Urban Box
Used 2014 Lawrence David 3.77m GRP urban trailer, tandem axle, roller shutter, Dhollandia tail lift, 2300mm internal height, 80% tyres, MOT until Oct 2024. Ideal weight test trailer.
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