Aluminum Bulkhead
Roland is proud to introduce the lightweight aluminum front bulkhead to its RolaLoad Curtainside Trailer line. With its extruded radius and aesthetically appealing style similar to that of a dry-van, you’ll experience a truckload of benefits starting with reduced wind drag and improved fuel mileage – something that puts hard-earned dollars back in your pocket.
The lightweight aluminum construction provides advantages over other suppliers’ steel front framing such as eliminating corrosion of the steel surfaces that is inherent with harsh chemicals used on icy road conditions.
Another feature is the aluminum front corner post’s narrow profile that allows maximum side opening. The front corner post is designed for heavy-duty service while possessing the benefits of a lightweight alloy. And corrosion is eliminated which benefits aesthetics as well as decreased structural degradation.
Roland has integrated the strength of a high tensile steel upper header to the extruded aluminum corner posts to allow greater stability with controlled flexing. The upper header on the front bulkhead also provides for a heavy-duty steel frame that protects the upper clearance marker lights from tree branch damage. This steel header is powder coated for maximum corrosion protection.
Curtain tensioning transmissions (gearboxes) are installed in a protected area inside the aluminum corner posts that will minimize damage while providing easy access. By allowing for incremental tension on the curtain for custom tautness, you’ll have a more uniform, non-wrinkled appearance – unlike other designs with an over-center mechanism. A newly designed “quick release” allows for quick and easy access at the rear of the unit.
It all adds up to minimal maintenance, ease of replacement, easier and less costly repairs and a more cost effective curtain tension mechanism that bring added benefit for the life of the unit.
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