Everything you need to know about trailer boxes

Vehicles with a box, axle, and cargo compartment are known as semi-trailer trucks. These are used to move machinery, livestock, or other objects. They are equipped with a hitch system to connect them.

Transporting cargo and equipment over long distances is much easier with the use of semi-trailer trucks. These vehicles come with a cargo box that facilitates the transfer of cargo, which is called a trailer and is made to be pulled by such a truck. To suit the specific loading needs of each driver, trailers are manufactured in different sizes and designs. There are trailers with solid boxes, compartments, open platforms, high-top boxes, enclosed boxes, and other variations.

The trailers incorporate a series of security measures to protect the contents of the cargo box. A loading ramp, braking system, heavy-duty suspension, trailing suspension to regulate lateral movement, signal lights, brake light, reverse light, and security system to prevent theft of the cargo box are some of these features. To secure the cargo, the trailers are also equipped with safety axles.

Materials used

Different materials are used to manufacture trailers, such as steel, aluminum, and fiberglass. Trailers are a great option for moving products and equipment due to the strength and durability of these materials.

  • Wooden trailers

They are mainly used to transport supplies, machinery, and equipment. They usually have a rectangular design and a hitch system to connect them.

  • Aluminum trailers

They are usually used to move things because they are lighter than wooden trailers. They have a rectangular shape and a hitch system so that they can be connected.

  • Steel trailers

They are useful for transporting large objects, as they are more durable than those made of wood or aluminum. They are designed to be attached to vehicles by means of a hitch system and have a rectangular frame.

  • Fiberglass trailers

They are the smallest and safest solution for moving anything. They are designed with RV interior wall panels, which provide high impact resistance, are resistant to wetting and corrosion. In addition, they are UV resistant.

In conclusion, trailer boxes are given many names depending on the material of which they are composed.

Size and types of trailer boxes

The size of a trailer box varies depending on the manufacture and model of the box, as well as the type of trailer. Trailer boxes usually have a rectangular base with an average length between 3.5 and 4.5 meters. Some manufacturers typically maintain a width of between 1.8 and 2.1 meters and a height of between 1.3 and 1.7 meters, but these two vary by manufacturer. Most trailer boxes have these conventional dimensions. However, a trailer box created specifically for transporting particularly large goods may have larger dimensions.

In addition to these typical measurements, there are other aspects of a trailer box to consider. For example, these are usually fitted with a canvas cover, either optional or standard. This tarpaulin cover is usually 4 to 5 meters long and 1.5 to 2 meters wide, and hangs over the top of the box. Its function is to protect the contents of the box from the weather.

Finally, there are more elements that influence the size of a trailer box. To increase strength and durability, some manufacturers offer towing boxes with a reinforced frame. To increase corrosion resistance, a reinforced structure is added to the top of the box. In some situations, this reinforced structure can result in an overall larger box. Therefore, when choosing the size of a trailer box, it is critical to consider its reinforced construction.

Types

Materials that may be damaged if they come into contact with water should be stored in a dry box, as this is a safe container. Food, chemicals, electronics, medicines, and other items that could be damaged by moisture are often stored in these boxes. There are different types of dry boxes, each with a different function.

Dry boxes have a specially constructed shape to prevent water seepage and are composed of water-resistant materials, often plastic or metal. These containers can be used to store items in both normal and cold environments. These containers can be manufactured in a variety of shapes and sizes, including hermetically sealed containers, shipping containers, containers with absorbent pads, containers with protective covers, containers with welders, and containers with thermometers.