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Faqs

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FAQ | How to calculate axle load weights
Don-Bur provides a free online tool that allows you to approximate the load on the axle set (bogie) with varying load types and weights.
Tue 21 Nov 2023
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FAQ | Maximum Axle Bogie Weights permitted in the UK
Maximum permissible plated bogie weights depend on the number of axles and the limits of the axle itself. Axles are commonly rated at 9,000kgs but this cannot be used as a guide as axle types vary.
Fri 06 Oct 2023
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FAQ | What is an HGV axle "bogie"?
A bogie, also known as a wheelset, is a modular subassembly of wheels and axles used to support and guide a vehicle along a track or surface.
Tue 21 Nov 2023
DVSA Guide Double Deck Bungee Straps
FAQ | What payload weight can I carry on an HGV trailer?
Learn how to calculate payload weight on an HGV trailer, considering gross vehicle weight (GVW/GCW) and UK legal limits for safe and compliant transport.
Tue 14 Nov 2023
Roller Brake Test RBT
FAQ | What is a HGV roller brake test and how does it work?
Understand how HGV roller brake tests work! This guide explains setup, testing and data analysis involved in ensuring optimal braking performance for HGVs.
Wed 07 Feb 2024
Documentation
FAQ | What is RSP or RSS?
RSP/RSS in new braking systems prevents rollovers. Knorr-Bremse feature reacts to lateral acceleration, tests wheel state, and controls oscillations for stability.
Fri 17 Nov 2023
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FAQ | What is a fifth wheel?
A fifth wheel is the horizontal coupling plate on a tractor unit which slides underneath the trailer bed plate during coupling. It has jaws which clamp onto the kingpin.
Fri 17 Nov 2023
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FAQ | What is "Flap and Valance" Spray Suppression?
Flap and valance is a type of spray suppression system used typically in lieu of mudlflaps.
Tue 21 Nov 2023
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FAQ | Correct Coupling 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.
Fri 20 Apr 2018
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FAQ | A Guide to Aerodynamics
Fuel consumption is primarily attributable to 3 things: (1) resistance to inertia, (2) rolling resistance and (3) aerodynamics.
Mon 20 Feb 2023
Knorr-Bremse Raise Lower Valve
FAQ | Understanding the suspension raise/lower valve
Discover the raise/lower valve on HGV trailers - your key to adaptable heights, stable transportation, and efficient loading. Uncover the secrets now!
Fri 15 Dec 2023
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FAQ | What does a floor point load rating mean?
Learn about floor point load ratings for commercial vehicles. Understand practical considerations, material strength, load distribution, and safety factors.
Mon 18 Mar 2024

Used Trailers For Sale

Used DFS Box Van Trailer NSF
Used Trailer For Sale | 2017 Don-Bur Tandem Box Van Trailer
Used 2017 box van trailer for sale | high cube | tandem-axle | 4.4m high | roller shutter | slide-away tail-lift
Wed 18 Sep 2024
2014 LD Urban Box Van OSR
Used Trailer For Sale | 2014 Lawrence David Tandem Urban
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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.
Wed 01 May 2024
Used Trailer - Used Trailer For Sale | 2010 Lawrence David Tandem Urban Curtainsided Trailer 1
Used Trailer For Sale | 2010 Lawrence David Urban Curtainsider
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Used Lawrence David tandem axle urban curtainsider for sale with shutter rear closure.
Tue 19 Dec 2023
Used Trailer - 2010 Don-Bur Box Van Lifting Deck 6
Used Trailer For Sale | 2010 Don-Bur Lifting Deck H:4.725m
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Used 2010 tandem-axle Don-Bur box van Lifting Deck trailer for sale with 3/4 length upper deck. 4.725m overall height.
Tue 19 Dec 2023
Used Trailer - 2015 SDC Urban Single Axle Box Van 7
Used Trailer For Sale | 2015 SDC Urban Box Van Trailers
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Used 2015 SDC Urban (10m long) Box Van Trailer for sale
Thu 14 Dec 2023
SDC/Lawrence David Curtainsider OS Front
Used | 2016 SDC Lawrence David Curtainside Trailer
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Used 2016 Curtainsider Trailer | Tri-Axle | 4.7m high freepost Lawrence David body on SDC chassis | Flush Fit Doors | EN 12642-XL rated
Mon 02 Sep 2024
Used Trailer - 2009 Don-Bur Curtainsided Lifting Deck 4
Used Trailer For Sale | 2009 Don-Bur Curtainsider Lifting Deck
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2009 4.04m overall height Don-Bur curtainsided Lifting Deck for sale with 3/4 length platform
Mon 18 Dec 2023
2015 SDC Ratchet Deck Curtainsider - NSF
Used Trailer For Sale | 2015 SDC Curtainsider + Ratchet
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FOR SALE | SDC | 2015 | Used 4.88m high step-frame double deck trailer with 4 ratchet deck modules
Tue 07 May 2024
2015 Used Curtainsider Double Deck Trailer - NSF Open
Used | 2015 Don-Bur Step-Frame Curtainsider Trailer
Used 2015 Curtainsider Step-Frame Trailer | fixed double deck at swan-neck height | Tri-Axle | 4.22m high | Flush Fit Doors
Thu 12 Sep 2024
2019 Used 4.2m high SDC Curtainsider Trailer NSF
Used Trailer For Sale - 2019 SDC Curtainsider Trailer
Used 2019 SDC tri-axle curtainsider trailer for sale | 13.7m long | 4.2m high | XL rated | Flush fit rear doors | Omega hardwood floor
Wed 02 Oct 2024

News

Argos Positive Rear Steer Axles
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.
Thu 23 Jan 2014
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Don-Bur Manufacture 3,000th Teardrop
A major blue-chip retailer has acquired 37 Teardrop™ trailers, which could reduce their fuel consumption by up to 7%, giving them payback on their investment in under two years. CO2 emissions are calculated to drop by approximately 10%.
Mon 11 Mar 2013
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Don-Bur Manufacture 3,000th Teardrop For Debenhams
Debenhams have acquired 37 Teardrop trailers, which could reduce their fuel consumption by up to 7%, giving them payback on their investment in under two years.
Wed 01 May 2013
Kuehne Nagel Virgin Teardrop Trailer
Kuehne And Nagel Order Teardrop Trailers For Virgin Media Fleet
Kuehne & Nagel have just taken delivery of 6 tandem axle Teardrop™ trailers to join the Virgin Media Fleet.
Sun 12 Sep 2010
M & S Teardrop Trailer Chloe Knickers
Marks And Spencer Teardrop Trailers
Marks & Spencer is set to become the first company in the world to use a revolutionary, new articulated trailer, whose teardrop shape reduces CO2 emissions by 20%.
Sat 15 Dec 2007
Bond International Box Van Trailer NSR
Don-Bur Livery for Bond International New Trailer Batch
Don-Bur completes a new batch of six full print livery trailers for Bond International. Featuring advanced designs for easy loading, aerodynamic side skirts, and vibrant livery by Sapphire Graphics using their EFI UV printer
Mon 05 Aug 2024
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Don-Bur Smart Solutions | Commercial Vehicle Show 2018
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.
Mon 23 Apr 2018
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Denby B-Double Ecolink to be Trialled after 20 Years Lobbying
Dick Denby has been lobbying the government for the use of his B-Double artic trailer combination for over 20 years.
Mon 22 Feb 2021
Palletline Double Deck Longer Semi-Trailer Open
LSTs | The Right Specification
Considerations for Longer Semi Trailers (LSTs): manoeuvrability, weight, and steer axles crucial for efficient deployment. Plan wisely.
Fri 11 Aug 2023
2015 CV Show TK Maxx Aeris
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
Tue 14 Apr 2015
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Don-Bur Returns to the Commercial Vehicle Show in 2015
After six years of absence, Don-Bur is making a dramatic return to the Commercial Vehicle Show, bringing with them a unique exhibit that will demonstrate several brand-new innovations.
Thu 12 Feb 2015
DHL quiet truck at Quiet Cities
DHL Launches CNG Powered City Quiet Truck
DHL has launched a compressed natural gas (CNG) concept truck, a Euro-6 two-axle rigid Scania P-280, at the inaugural Quiet Cities global summit in Twickenham today.
Tue 25 Nov 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
Tue 14 Oct 2014
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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.
Thu 09 Oct 2014
Argos LST Rear Steer Axke
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.
Thu 31 Jul 2014
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Don-Bur Self Steer Longer Semi Trailer Design Receives VCA Approval
The Vehicle Certification Agency (VCA) has just issued their approval for Don-Bur’s Longer Semi Trailer Design, using a self-steer axle solution.
Tue 07 Feb 2012
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Bibby Distribution Order First Don-Bur EN 12642-XL Rated Trailers
TÜV Nord has certified 75 new specialist Don-Bur curtainsiders for Bibby Distribution to comply with the demanding load restraint EN12642-XL accreditation.
Mon 24 Oct 2011
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First Don-Bur High Volume Trailer For Wincanton
Yesterday marked the official announcement from the DfT to permit controlled trials of High Volume Trailers (HVT’s) and Wincanton has been working closely with Don-Bur to design and manufacture its first 15.65m long Teardrop™ pillarless tri-axle in readiness for the VSO (Vehicle Special Orders)
Wed 12 Oct 2011
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DfT Announces LST (Longer Semi-Trailers) Consultation
Following the announcement yesterday from the DfT of a consultation period to discuss revising current legislation to include longer trailers, Don-Bur is delighted that the ongoing debate is moving forward.
Thu 31 Mar 2011
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Wincanton Invests In New Green Wavin Fleet
Wincanton, the leading European supply chain provider has just purchased eleven new aerodynamic high cube trailers for their Wavin contract which are set to improve fuel efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions.
Thu 03 Feb 2011
Delivery Co Teardrop Ratchet Deck
Don-Bur Create First Teardrop Ratchet Double Deck Trailer
Chaplin Transport has just taken delivery of the first ever Teardrop™ Trailer to incorporate 3 moveable double deck sections (Ratchet Decks).
Fri 22 Oct 2010
UrbanTKMaxxTeardrop
TK Maxx Take The Teardrop MK2 To Town
This 10m long, single axle urban Teardrop™MK2 runs at just 3.985m overall height and incorporates a 1500kg retractable Dhollandia Tail-Lift for Store Deliveries.
Sun 10 Oct 2010
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Don-Bur Develops New 4m High Teardrop 'Euro' Trailer
Don-Bur Debuts 4m High Teardrop™ Trailer for Fuel-Efficient European Hauling. New design optimizes aerodynamics and load capacity, saving 10% fuel and CO2 emissions. Visit donbur.co.uk to learn more.
Thu 14 Jan 2010
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UK Mail Tests Don-Bur's Aerodynamic Teardrop Trailer
UK Mail Group has taken a Don-Bur aerodynamic Teardrop™ trailer on a 12-month trial on a trunking route within its parcels network.
Wed 30 Sep 2009
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How To Save Fuel: Weight vs Aerodynamics
Optimizing trailer design for fuel efficiency: weight vs aerodynamics. Learn how to balance weight and aerodynamics to maximize fuel savings for commercial vehicles. Visit donbur.co.uk/trailerbuilder.
Mon 25 Jan 2016
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Don-Bur's "EcoStream" Aerodynamic Curtainsided Double Deck Demo
DON-BUR have manufactured two 13.7m “EcoStream” curtainsided double deck trailers with aerodynamic sloping roofs for free demonstration; one with a fixed deck and one with moving Ratchet Decks
Thu 09 Nov 2006
trailer innovation
The Latest Trailer Innovation 2016
Explore Don-Bur's trailer innovations: Plasma Actuators, Teardrop design, and groundbreaking safety features.
Tue 16 Aug 2016
Palletline Double Deck Longer Semi-Trailer Open
DfT Release Application Details For LST Trial Extension
Don-Bur has been made aware that the DfT have issued guidance on how to apply for allocations of the additional Longer Semi Trailers (LSTs) in accord with the trial extension that was made public back in January.
Fri 03 Mar 2017
Hayton Coulthard Curtainsider
Hayton Coulthard Purchase Curtainsiders From Don-Bur
For the first time, Hayton Coulthard Transport Ltd., the 102-year-old haulier awarded Scottish Haulage Company of the Year 2017, has ordered a batch of 13.7m long tri-axle standard curtainsiders from Don-Bur to complement their substantial fleet.
Fri 09 Mar 2018
Greene King East Coast rigid body
Don-Bur Build More Customised Drays Through Ryder For Greene King
Leading pub retailer and brewer Greene King has ordered another 20 customised drays from Ryder, a leading independent provider of commercial vehicle contract hire, rental, and maintenance in the UK.
Thu 03 Jan 2019
Poundland lifting deck LST rear view
Don-Bur Delivers LST Lifting Deck Trailers to Poundland
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.
Wed 27 Sep 2023
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Don-Bur Launch Low Maintenance Lifting Deck at the C V Show 2019
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%.
Tue 30 Apr 2019
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Don-Bur Launches New Lifting Roof Trailer
For the first time, Don-Bur has manufactured a Lifting Deck tri-axle trailer design with a lifting roof for a well-known parcel company. 
Mon 27 Apr 2020
Allied Bakeries double deck
High Volume Double Deck Trailer | Allied Bakeries
Don-Bur announces a groundbreaking achievement with Allied Bakeries. They have unveiled a new generation of high-volume box van double deck trailers.
Tue 17 Oct 2023
Royal Mail Lifting Deck Trailer OSR View
Don-Bur Develops Royal Mail Relationship | New Lifting Decks
Don-Bur has just won another order for 45 tri-axle Lifting Deck trailers for Royal Mail.  The newly built trailer design provides a 30% increase in cage capacity in comparison to the previous ¾ length Lifting Deck step-frame designs and a 7% fuel saving.
Thu 18 Feb 2021
TIP Polar-Bur Temperature Controlled Trailer
Don-Bur's new 'Polar-Bur' trailer makes UK and European Debut
Forming the centrepiece of TIP’s recent open day event was the new ‘Polar-Bur’ temperature-controlled lifting deck trailer from Don-Bur, which made its full UK and European debut at TIP’s 2-day event at Stoke City FC.
Mon 28 Jun 2021
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Don-Bur | 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.
Fri 17 Mar 2023

Features

aerodynamic full wrap skirts
Full Wrap Aerodynamic Trailer Skirts
Don-Bur's aerodynamic full wrap skirts are a full 360° skirting system designed to reduce your vehicles aerodynamic drag.
Fri 26 May 2023
ContiPressureCheck
Continental ContiPressureCheck™ TPMS
ContiPressureCheck: Advanced tire pressure monitoring system for constant monitoring, fuel savings, increased mileage, reduced tire failure risk, and enhanced safety.
Tue 02 Feb 2021
psi tyre auto inflation
PSI Tyre Auto Inflation System
Upgrade your vehicle with the PSI Auto Inflation System for constant optimized tire pressure, extended tire life, reduced fuel consumption, improved safety, and over 1.5 million units in operation worldwide.
Tue 18 Jul 2023
wabco smartboard
Wabco Smartboard
Control trailer functions easily with WABCO's Trailer Access. No tools needed. Manage EBS and suspension functions effortlessly.
Thu 15 Aug 2019
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Palfinger EasyMove Retractable Tail-Lift
With the PALFINGER EasyMove, your Tail Lift will perform automatic slide and ground positioning in one step eliminating the risk of unintentional damages.
Tue 18 Jul 2023
Disc-Lock Safety Nut Test
Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nuts
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.
Tue 18 Jul 2023
Rearframe Swing Pillar
Rear Swing Pillars - Enhance Loading for UK Pallets
Rear Swing Pillars can improve loading access by allowing UK pallets to be loaded side-by-side without rearframe obstruction. Options for new build or retrofit.
Thu 12 Sep 2024

Products

3D render | Box van lifting deck longer semi-trailer in showroom
Longer Semi Trailers (LSTs) | Up to 8 More Pallets
Longer Semi-Trailers (LST's) now legal on UK roads! 2m longer than standard trailers & carry up to 8 more UK pallets. Max potential capacity of 60 pallets.
Tue 23 Jan 2024

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