Top 6 Benefits of Custom-Built Semi Trailers for Your Business

Semi-trailers are highly versatile and an essential piece of equipment for anyone needing to transport large quantities of goods. But that versatility can be increased further by customising trailers to meet your specific needs.

Standard semi-trailers will do a good job, but customised trailers are even better. You can undertake customisation in a number of ways, from operational needs to cosmetic changes, and all of them can help your business to be better.

Customisation Options

The best way to start customising a semi-trailer is to decide what you need for your business, preferably in conjunction with representatives of the trailer supplier who can give essential advice. You can then take a base standard trailer and add the required features or request a completely bespoke trailer.

While not every part of a standard semi-trailer can be modified, there are many key features that can typically be tailored to better suit your operations. These may include:

• Construction materials – such as robust steel frames designed for heavy-duty use, ideal for transporting large equipment or high-weight loads.
• Trailer dimensions, which can be set to accommodate extra-long or wide loads, although always within legal limits.
• Loading areas and systems, such as ramps, tailgates, lifts and tie-downs to keep loads securely in place.
• Suspension systems that can include air suspension for delicate loads, hydraulic or mechanical and reinforced suspension for the heaviest of loads.
• Storage solutions – such as customisable numbers of toolboxes, mounts, and compartments for secure cargo storage.
• Coupling systems and alternative power units.
• Lighting systems.
• Paint colours and branding.

Benefits of Customising for Semi Trailers

A customised semi-trailer has numerous advantages over a standard version:

• Improved efficiency. If the semi-trailer is built with your business needs in mind, it will improve the overall operational efficiency of your company. Loading and unloading will be much quicker and easier, you will have the capacity to carry the loads you deal with, and fewer trips will be necessary with less need to adapt your way of working.
• Greater safety and security. Enhanced braking systems, high visibility lighting and anti-slip surfaces will minimise the risk of accidents. Additionally, features such as refrigeration and climate control, load-securing methods and better shock absorbers will ensure your cargo always arrives at its destination in pristine condition.
• Compliance. There are plenty of regulations governing the transport industry and these can vary between states and regions. Our high-quality customised semi-trailers will ensure you comply with all of the regulations that affect you.
• Durability. A semi-trailer that is built to deal with the specific demands of your business will be better able to meet these demands effectively with fewer breakdowns and less disruption to your operation.
• Cost savings. Although a customised trailer will cost more to buy than a standard version, your investment will achieve a much higher return and will pay for itself in the long term. This will result from increased operational efficiency, fewer repair costs, fuel savings and reduced labour costs.
• Brand image. A trailer that has your company’s colours, logo and business details will have a more professional appearance, improve your company’s image and provide advertising wherever it goes.

Customised semi-trailers offer innumerable benefits to all types of industry and our experts can help you to gain maximum benefits. 

Get in touch, and we can chat about what trailer build you need specific to your business, and you can get a trailer that matches your truck!