How custom aluminium trays can help with heavy equipment
If you need to move heavy equipment regularly, you may be considering a custom aluminium tray to help you transport your equipment. In this blog, we take a look at what aluminium trays are and explore whether they are suitable for transporting heavy equipment.
What are custom aluminium trays?
Aluminium trays can be attached to a vehicle to easily transport heavy and bulky pieces of equipment. Custom aluminium trays can be designed to meet unique requirements but typically have drop-down tailgates and sides to make loading and unloading significantly easier. In addition to increasing the space available to transport equipment, custom aluminium trays can increase the safety of transporting goods as they can be designed with secure straps that firmly hold heavy equipment in place. This not only helps to protect the condition of the heavy machinery but also ensures the safety of the individual transporting the equipment.
As custom aluminium trays are designed to meet specific needs and preferences, they can be customised in any size, shape and finish. For example, an individual may decide to order a tray in a glossy finish to match the finish of their vehicle.
What are the benefits of using custom aluminium trays to transport heavy equipment?
1. Durable
Custom aluminium trays can be made with reinforced or heavy-duty aluminium which ensures they can withstand high-energy impacts and are resistant to wear and tear. This makes sure they can transport heavy equipment daily without deteriorating in quality.
2. Aesthetic
In addition to being extremely practical, custom aluminium trays can help maintain and improve the appearance of a vehicle. While practicality will likely be your main concern, a professional appearance is beneficial in commercial environments as it can boost the memorability and appeal of your brand.
3. Increase security
As previously mentioned, custom trays can help to improve the security of your vehicle. In addition to custom straps which secure your equipment, you can design custom aluminium trays with lockable compartments and drawers, which can keep any accessories or attachments to your heavy-duty equipment secure and away from thieves or individuals with malicious intent.
4. Add value
While initially, purchasing an aluminium tray in a custom design will have an upfront cost, should you decide to sell your vehicle, it will add significant value. Aluminium trays are usually in-demand which means you will command a higher sale price if you include your custom tray in the deal.
Top things to consider when ordering a custom aluminium tray
- Weight: How heavy is the equipment you need to transport? The Gross Vehicle Mass (GMV) of a tray determines how much weight it can carry so it is essential you select a tray with a high enough GMV for your needs.
- Cost: The more features you add to your tray, the more expensive your tray will be. Consider the top features you require and ensure there is room in your budget to accommodate them.
Get in touch
If you would like to learn more about how custom aluminium trays can help with heavy equipment, contact Lifetime Trailers. We will be more than happy to discuss your options with you.
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