The Colne-based operator makes polytunnels and PVC-clad structures for the horticultural and agricultural sectors, and needed to improve load safety and delivery efficiency for its diverse range of products.
Following a consultative design process, the resulting 13m and 10m trailers are enabling NP Structures to access narrow lanes and single-track roads to nurseries and farms.
Cartwright designed one with a short wheelbase for a better turning circle as well as other features including a forklift mounting kit on the rear of the trailer and removable ballast weights.
“Our loads are full of ugly freight with complex shapes and sizes which are difficult to safely restrain on a normal flat trailer and we needed to stack the loads higher to improve our efficiencies,” says Ian Wolfenden, managing director.
He adds: “The design enables us to load in layers, with each layer being secured by the retaining posts, and the removable ballast weight reduces the trailer weight by 970kg when the piggy-back forklift isn’t required.
“We wanted to find a manufacturer who could work with us to create a specially designed trailer and Cartwright was the best option, not only on price but technical specification.
“The major issue for us was the safety factor in containing the loads and ensuring they were safely stacked. With these new Cartwright trailers our deliveries are now a lot safer than previously and at last I can sleep at night not worrying about load safety.”