The Manchester-based Schmitz Cargobull team is increasing production capacity so it can deliver standard versions of its S.BO PACE and S.CS FIXED ROOF curtainsider models.
Schmitz Cargobull UK and Ireland’s managing director – operations, Paul Avery, says: “Operators are facing more demand from their customers, but at the same time having to deal with a shortage of vehicles. By working with our colleagues across Europe and due to the strength of the Schmitz Cargobull group, we have secured a strong supply of parts so we’re able to increase our build capacity in the UK and provide delivery before the end of December, which we know is what customers need.”
The S.BO PACE is a lightweight, fully-modular semi-trailer targeted primarily at the parcel delivery and dry freight market. It combines Schmitz Cargobull’s build with composite STRUKTOPLAST panels which mean each trailer weighs around 600kg less than competitor models.
Its design ensures the panels do not absorb moisture, even if damaged, so the tare weight of the trailer remains consistent over time, ensuring the payload potential on day one is maintained for the entire life of the asset. It also comes with a 12-month body warranty.
The S.CS FIXED ROOF curtainsider has a straight front wall for free side loading and tarpaulin tensioning, an XL load securing side curtain with standard anti-theft protection and a Schmitz Cargobull aluminium roof which allows a side loading height of 3,100mm.
Both trailers are EN 12642-XL certified, are built on Schmitz Cargobull’s fully galvanised MODULOS chassis which comes with a 10-year warranty against rust-through and have ROTOS axles covered by a 1,000,000km or six-year warranty, whichever comes first.
Both trailers are fitted with Schmitz Cargobull’s TrailerConnect telematics as standard.
Schmitz Cargobull’s Manchester factory first began production in September 2021 and is now home to the entire UK team.