Proper securing of the trailer load

If you want to safely transport different types of cargo on a trailer, such as green waste, firewood, bulk materials, motorcycles or construction equipment, it is essential to secure the cargo in the right way. Proper load securing is crucial to avoid danger to you and other road users. This article will provide you with useful information on how to effectively secure your cargo and what accessory options are available for this purpose.

When securing cargo, it is important to follow certain rules to prevent it from slipping, tipping or falling under normal circumstances. Professionally securing a load on a trailer requires following these seven basic rules:

1. Place the center of gravity of the load on the longitudinal axis of the trailer.
2. When loading cargo, the rule is: heavy items down, light items up.
3. Do not exceed the maximum permissible total weight or load on each axle.
4. Secure the load against forward and sideways movement.
5. The main load should be placed above the axle.
6. Avoid gaps between items to prevent them from falling on others.
7. Overhanging loads from the vehicle are normally allowed up to 1.50 metres (1 metre without marking), if they protrude more than 40 cm from the side they should be marked.

Load securing system

How can cargo movement be effectively prevented? As we have already mentioned, an effective means of securing a load on a trailer is to use a lashing system. Our trailers are therefore equipped with lashing eyes, shackles and bowls that allow the load to be firmly secured. These elements can be customised or purchased here according to individual requirements.

Load securing straps
When securing loads, clamping straps are used as a means of securing the load firmly. Here are three recommendations to keep in mind when working with these straps:

Adjust the tension of the straps to the weight of the load. Refer to the strap label for specific instructions.

Carefully check the condition of the strap before each ride. If they are worn, cracked or torn, they must be replaced.

On longer journeys, regularly check the condition and tension of the tensioning straps and tighten them if necessary to secure the load securely. You can find the strap options here.

Other ways to secure cargo:

Tug sails and sail structures with sails
Tensionable sails are suitable for cargo that is not fixed, such as sand or leaves, to prevent it being blown away by the wind and to protect the cargo from the weather. If higher loads are often transported, it is advantageous to invest in a canvas structure to keep the load safely stowed even in the elevated section. Depending on the type of trailer, we provide sails and structures with different loading heights and sail colours available.

Mesh and sidewall extensions
For transporting larger loads, we recommend the installation of sidewalls or mesh superstructures, also known as mesh superstructures, which can be done for example on our three-sided tippers. This modification provides additional space for loading and ensures that no cargo is lost during transport. The grid superstructure is particularly ideal for transporting firewood.

Covering nets
As an additional useful accessory for securing the load are the cover nets. These nets are designed to secure smaller loads such as leaves and the like.

With proper load securing, nothing can fall and cause damage. All the accessories we offer can be found here.