Glossar C

Normlängen von Wechselbehältern (715 = 7.150 mm Außenlänge).

Terms refer to the standard lengths of swap bodies e.g. C 715 = 7150 mm external length.

Tracks fitted in the roof of vehicles to carry rollers e.g. on curtainsider curtains and sliding roofs.

C shaped structural components of base frames in which support legs, fittings for gas springs etc. can be integrated.

Sind die oberen Dachkantenprofile bei Schiebeplanenaufbauten, in denen sowohl das Schiebeplanenverdeck als auch die seitliche Schiebeplane läuft.

Trageelement bei Anhängerrahmen, in welche Stützen, Querstützen, Befestigungen für Stoßdämpfer usw. integriert sind.

Term used for air resistance coefficient.

Bezeichnung für Luftwiderstandsbeiwert.

Abkürzung für Controlled Atmosphere – es ist ein platzsparendes und kostengünstiges Kühlsystem mit dem Vorteil, dass die biologische Reifung des transportierten Lebensmittels gestoppt wird. Es wird Stickstoff aus der Atmosphäre über ein Membranverfahren gefiltert. Hierdurch wird der Sauerstoffgehalt soweit reduziert, bis die erforderliche Stickstoffmenge erreicht ist. Über eine Feinsprühdose wird der Stickstoff, zusammen mit Wasser komprimiert, in den Aufbau gesprüht. Die Auftau- (Aufweck-) Phase für das Ladegut dauert ca 72 Stunden. Hierdurch wird ein Kühltransport empfindlicher Güter bei Erhaltung der biologischen Reife über lange Dauer möglich.

Abbreviation for controlled atmosphere. This is a space saving and cost effective cooling system with the advantage of stopping biological ripening of foodstuffs. Nitrogen is filtered out of the air and the oxygen content is reduced until the required levels are reached. The nitrogen and water is combined via a fine spray into the body. The thawing phase for the goods lasts about 72 hours. Thus the transport of sensitive goods can delay biological ripening.

Cables are used for many vehicle applications e.g. over-running brakes on car trailers or spare wheel winches.

Used for long material trailers or semi-trailers which may be telescopic. The holder ensures an adequate length of cable or air hose is always available.

In the case of single- or multi-axle semi-trailers, the last axle can or is frequently steered via the turntable and a cable placed around the turntable and routed forwards to the king pin. In line with the semi-trailer’s steering angle, the cable pulls t

In use on multiple telescoping semi-trailers. Ensures that energy is supplied to the major assembly or the lighting. Routed as fixed cables in telescopic tubes and therefore protected against damage on extension and retraction.

Special trailers for transporting and laying rolls of cable e.g. for telecommunications.

Used at the front of many vehicles including low loaders to assist loading e.g. used to pull broken down cars onto car transporters.

Containers with pallet-friendly dimensions, frequently used in automotive supplier logistics.

Abbreviation for controller-area-network which allows for fast and error free transmission of data signals between components in this case braking systems of tractor unit and trailer, retarders and other components and information which are electronically controlled.

Kurzbezeichnung für Controller-Area-Network, sorgt für schnelle und störungsfreie Übermittlung der Datensignale zwischen den Komponenten, hier: beim Bremssystem LKW und Anhänger und evtl. Retarder sowie weiterer Überwachung von Baukomponenten und Informationen – elektronisch gesteuert.

Longitudinal section on the outer edge of a roof that may be right angled or rounded.

Vehicles for moving new or used cars. May have one or two load levels and carry up to 12 cars. The load surfaces can be hydraulically tipped and positioned to suit the number and type of vehicles to be carried.

Verstärkungselemente aus Aramid, die in den Dachplanen zu finden sind.

Aramide reinforcing elements which can be found in the roof tarpaulins.

Leichtbauplatten für leichte Kofferaufbauten für den Trockenfrachtbereich. 30 % leichter als Plywood.

Lightweight panels for lightweight dry freight bodies – 30% lighter than plywood.

From the French “Carcasse” and refers to the body of a tyre.

engl. Bezeichnung für Frachtladung.

Universally used term for goods being transported.

Elektronisches Informations- und Navigationssystem vom Hersteller Schmitz.

Electronic information and navigation system manufactured by the German company Schmitz.

There are many systems. Generally these are systems which are used to safely prevent cargo movement during transport in accordance with the requirements of the UVV and the cargo control calculation. Information on cargo control can be found in the VDI Guidelines 2700 ff.

General term for cargo control equipment which is a compulsory requirement for safety.

Known as LVP. Cargo control is becoming ever more important in the transport industry. Vehicles which transport particular goods must have a cargo control certificate e.g. for the drinks industry. The legal basis for the certification refer to paragraphs StVZO 31, STVO 22 and 23, VBG 12, HGB 412 and VDI 2700 ff.

Available with a wide variety of end fittings and buckles.

Track fitted to inner side walls to which cargo is restrained e.g. in removal vehicles.

Used extensively in vehicle bodywork especially box bodies where cargo is controlled with shoring poles. Track can be fitted in side walls or in the floor and roof.

Winch for cargo control straps – usually fitted under chassis.

When a vehicle is loaded to capacity the load must be correctly distributed to ensure the centre of gravity is on the correct area.

Produktname für Stahlwechselbehälter vom Hersteller Thyssen.

Product name for steel swap bodies from German manufacturer Thyssen.

Es handelt sich hier um einen Servicepartner des früheren Aufbauherstellers Tulo.

Service Partner for the leading bodybuilder Tulo.

Es handelt sich hier um einen Servicepartner des früheren Aufbauherstellers Tulo.

Service Partner for the leading bodybuilder Tulo.

Corporate identity der Firma Schmitz-Anhänger.

Corporate identity of the German manufacturer Schmitz.

Elektronischer Temperaturschreiber für Kühlaufbauten.

Electronic temperature recorder for refrigerated bodies.

Jeweiliger Zollschein für freien Warentransport durch mehrere Länder vom Ladungsort bis zum Bestimmungsort.

Customs certificate for the free transport of goods through several countries from loading area to destination.

Nennt man international auch Transporteure und Transportgeräte (Fahrzeuge).

Universally used term for transport companies and transport equipment.

After removing the grease nipple and insertion of cartridge the gas producer falls into the acid electrolyte. This contact produces a chemical reaction which releases gas and presses out the lubricant. Cartridges are temperature sensitive and have a use by date.

Name given by the German manufacturer Krone for its smooth wall swap bodies made of steel. In the steel frame, chamfered sheet metal boards are installed to form a smooth exterior surface. The inside is mostly equipped with keyhole panels which are also used for load securing as well as contributing to the stability of the superstructure.

Cell Broadcast Service, ein GSM Dienst zur Übertragung von Kurzmitteilungen an eine Empfängergruppe.

Cell Broadcast Service. A GSM service for transfer of short messages between groups.

Europäische Richtlinien u.a. für Fleischaufhängung in Kühlfahrzeugen.

European guidelines for among other things hanging meat in refrigerated vehicles.

Continous Damping Controll, stellt die Dämpfungshärte automatisch, variabel auf die jeweilige Fahrsituation und Straßenbeschaffenheit ein.

Continuos Damping Control. Automatically controls the damping hardness according to the actual driving and road conditions.

May be mounted at various positions in refrigerated bodies to guarantee an optimal supply of cold air flows.

Bodybuilding term referring to construction with clamped or riveted panels 660 to 800 mm wide.

Ridged tilt roof with a central beam and steep pitch to protect goods usually carried in open top vehicles in particular for cement (see Beckumer Verdeck).

Hier handelt es sich um eine Genehmigung, die diejenigen Firmen erhalten, welche eine Mindestzahl von Transporten durch Hoheitsgebiete verschiedener Länder durchführen.

This is a licence that is granted to certain companies transport a minimal number of times through upland areas of different countries.

The telescopic central main beams of an extendable trailer.

Zentrale Schiebeplanen- und Zurrgurt-Arretierung und Öffnung vom Hersteller WIHAG.

System for automatically opening and closing curtainsider curtains – manufactured by the German company Wihag.

System on tippers operated from front or rear to release locks on side or rear drop-sides before discharge.

Trailer equipment operated from the tractor unit. Lubrication points are connected by tubing and fed by an oil pump. Eliminates need for weekly lubrication maintenance and considerably increases wearing component life.

Calculated from vehicle weight and dimensions. The lower the centre of gravity the better the road holding.

Bezeichnung für Wechselbehälter, Normung.

Term used for the standardisation of swap bodies.

Abkürzung für ultraleichten Carbonfaserwerkstoff

Abbreviation for ultra-light carbon fibre material.

Secondary deck in live animal transporters

Compartments in tank or silo vehicles that can be individually loaded.

E.g. electrical lines from the truck for charging the battery for the trailer’s tail lift.

General term for trailer or rigid base construction i.e. below the bodywork.

Bezeichnung für Fahrgestell.

A construction whereby the underfloor surface is completely flat because the load carrying components are integrated in the floor. This construction is more expensive but offers low maintenance, low chassis construction depth and therefore a low centre of gravity and increased internal height.

Metal sheets with textured surface used as non-slip flooring e.g. in refrigerated vehicles.

Used as flooring in foodstuff and refrigerated vehicles often with folded edges to form a three-sided sump which is watertight and easy to clean.

Part of a well-equipped horse trailer. Used to help support the standing horse and prevent injury in an accident.

The plungers of hydraulic presses (e.g.) are chrome-plated.

Bezeichnung für Reinigungssystem für Tankfahrzeuge.

Cleaning system for tanker vehicles.

Is located on the inner face end side of refrigerated bodies and ensures better air distribution.

Urban distribution traffic.

Manoeuvrable, single-axle, steered (refrigerated) box body semi-trailer in lengths from 9.5 m to 11.5 m, used for delivering foodstuffs in urban areas.

Innerstädtischer Verteilerverkehr.

wendige, einachsige, gelenkte (Kühl-)Koffersattelauflieger in Längen von 9,5 m bis 11,5 m, die für innerstädtische Warenanlieferungen von Lebensmitteln eingesetzt werden

Diebstahlsicherung für Portaltüren mit außenliegenden Drehstangenverschlüssen

Anti theft equipment for rear barn doors with external locking gear.

A method of manufacturing aluminium box bodies where side panels are clamped together in a vertical post. This offers a flat rivet free surface between panels.

Used for securing loads in box bodies.

Skip and roll containers are locked onto the container carrier by means of pneumatically actuated clamping jaws.

Various internal dimensions in bodies and trailers are called clear dimensions.

Uninterrupted loadable area

Hersteller und System für Schmutzfänger bzw. Spritzwasserfänger, welche unterhalb der Kotflügel angebracht sind. Durch diese Schmutzfänger sprüht das Wasser nicht seitlich heraus und behindert somit nicht den nachfolgenden Verkehr.

Name of manufacturer and anti-spray mudflap system. Fitted behind the mudguards. The mudflaps prevent water spraying out from the side of the vehicle and thus improves conditions for the following traffic.

These are brake drums which have are closed off on the inside to prevent ingress of dirt and thereby increase the life of the brake drum and brake shoes.

Some car transporters have closed floor panels rather than only having loading ramps. This allows the vehicle to also be used for purposes other than car transport.

Ladungssicherungssystem vom Hersteller Kögel

Cargo control system from the German manufacturer Kögel.

Vehicles for transporting coils must have adequate methods of securing the coils e.g. a strong chassis design, suitable for 30 tonnes over a length of 1.5 m, a coverable and fitted coil trough with a diameter of 900 – 2000 mm, safety posts to VDI standards and reinforced lashing points in the chassis.

Fahrzeuge für den Coiltransport müssen umfassende Möglichkeiten zur Sicherung der Coils vorweisen, z. Bsp. eine stabile Fahrgestellausführung, damit 30 to Tragfähigkeit auf einer Länge von ca 2-3 m gewährleistet sind, eine abdeckbare, ausgekleidete Coilmulde mit einem Durchmesser von 900-2000 mm, Sicherungsstützen nach VDI-Norm, sowie verstärkte Zurrösen im Außenrahmen.

A plastic curtain can be hung in a refrigerated vehicle rear door frame to help prevent loss of temperature.

Loading ramps and doors in refrigerated buildings are built to allow loading and unloading without temperature loss.

Temperature controlled room in drinks and food selling vehicles where goods are stored before sale.

Or overflow pan, found on tank vehicles or container semi-trailers. Installed for tank container transport to collect any minor spillage; pure safety aspect

Aggregate with single tyre swing axles centrally mounted above.

A type of rear tail-lift which lifts vertically on the rear frame. Low weight system with capacity up to 1 tonne.

Ist die Abkürzung für kombinierten Verkehr Straße/Schiene, wie er mit Lastzügen durchgeführt wird.

Abbreviation for combined road/rail transport.

Partitioned airbag developed by axle manufacturer BPW.

Waste disposal trailer that can carry skips and roll-on containers.

A general term for the transport of vehicles by road and rail e.g. rail approved semi-trailers. Also road/rail.

Term used to describe the interchangeability of swap bodies, container chassis, semi-trailers, container rail wagons and ships. All containers built to standard dimensions can be carried by these means.

Führender Hersteller von Planenmaterial für Aufbauten.

Leading manufacturer of tilt and curtain material.

Vehicles that have air suspension on all axles i.e. without aid of mechanical springs.

Chassis and body are made of composite materials. The chassis consists of so-called pultruded plastic hollow profiles and is screwed or bonded as required. The cross beams are finished using the wrapping method. The body is produced with tufting web technology according to the Acrosoma process.

These refuse collection vehicles use a hydraulic cylinder and a blade to compress the refuse from the back to the front of the vehicle body.

Mobile mixing drums from 6 – 10 m³ built on trailers or rigids.

Modern trailer axles are developed with conical bearings because they offer better and smoother running.

Spiral cables for connecting electrics (electroflex), air (airflex) or hydraulics.

The name given to connection locks e.g. between the truck and trailer for the air, current and oil supply or hose connections in the case of tank vehicles.

Term for connectors on pressure pipes, measuring equipment, etc. on tank vehicles.

Allgemeiner Begriff für Transportbehälter (Schiff, Bahn, Straße).

Universally used term for ISO containers that travel by ship, road and rail.

Securing fittings on chassis for transporting skips and roll containers.

Storage and handling area for containers and swap bodies.

An denen sich der Container Kran zwecks Umsetzung des Containers arretiert.

Auch Containerchassis genannt, sind Fahrzeuge, welche einen oder mehrere Containergrößen gleichzeitig transportieren können.

Sammel- und Umschlagdepots für Container und Wechselbehälter.

Auch Twistlocks genannte Verriegelungen an Fahrzeugen, welche Container und Wechselaufbauten aufnehmen.

To load bodies along their entire length it is necessary to remove any side posts with the cantrail remaining in place. For this the cantrail needs to be suitably reinforced to support the roof.

Ist die Bezeichnung des Herstellers Krone für seine Kühlsattelaufliegerprodukte

Brand name for insulated semi-trailers from German manufacturer Krone.

Bumpers fitted to rear of vehicles to help prevent damage when reversing to loading bays.

Eckbeschläge für Container.

Corner fitting on containers and swap bodies.

Securing fittings on containers and swap bodies.

The distance in mm from the king-pin to the left or right front bottom corner of semi-trailer bodywork. This dimension is important for compatibility of tractor units – usually 2040 mm.

Equipment used to attach containers and swap bodies to vehicle or trailer chassis.

PVC material flaps spanning between opened sides of a sales trailer.

Lights fitted to the upper and lower corners of a body to show the outline of the body in the dark.

The dimension to EG standards from the king pin of a semi-trailer to the front left or right corner of the bodywork. The international standard dimension is 2040 mm so that there is compatibility with tractor units throughout Europe. This is the coupling radius of a semi-trailer.

Corrosive materials can be carried by tank, silo and tipping vehicles. These materials accelerate corrosion of and the carrying vehicles must be manufactured with corrosion resistant materials and surface finishes.

Corrugation is used in many vehicle components e.g. for strengthening side walls or to form recesses for cargo control tracks.

Various uses e.g. to secure tipper joints.

Another term for coupling.

Connector for the compressed air line between the truck and trailer.

Height of vehicle coupling in mm.

Part of a trailer hitch on the towing vehicle. It is the insert recess for the towing eye of a trailer’s draw bar fork.

The distance from the end of the vehicle body to the trailer coupling behind the rear axle.

Covers of various sorts – in particular the hinged cover used on car trailers.

These exist in diverse forms and application areas, e.g. on brake drums or as guard plates for sensitive functional parts.

Hersteller von verschiedenen Verdecksystemen für Kipper und Pritschen. Außerdem komplette Schiebebügelsysteme für Plattformfahrzeuge.

Manufacturer of various cover systems for tippers and tilt bodies and complete moving post systems for platform vehicles.

Used for loading and unloading.

Available in various forms but generally semi-trailers have a centrally positioned crane for loading/unloading. Such semi-trailers require support legs and other constructional fittings to carry the additional crane loads.

nannte man Schwerlastraupenfahrwerke mit Kriechgang

The name given to heavy-load caterpillar chassis with crawler gear.

Feinkornstahl für Kippmulden mit hervorragender Oberflächenhärte 480 – 560 HB bzw. 1.630 – N/mm2.

Fine grain steel used for tipper bodies with exceptional surface hardness 480 – 560 HB i.e. 1630 N/mm².

Member running laterally across a body roof e.g. the bowed roof supports on a tilt body.

These are constructional sections that run laterally across a vehicle body. Also used to describe the lateral components that support and carry locking equipment for swap body corner castings.

Tieftemperatur geführte bzw. transportierte Gase.

Gas handled and transported at low temperatures.

Bezeichnung für Sicherheitsprüfung von Wechselbehältern.

Term used for safety testing of swap bodies.

CSC requires strength of swap body floor to be at least 5460 kg/m².

Pro qm 5.460 kg Tragfähigkeit des Bodens.

Concatenated Short Messages, das sind lange SMS Messages > 140 Bytes, bestehend aus bis zu 255 SMS Messages (auch als Long SMS bezeichnet).

Concentrated Short Messages. These are long SMS messages > 140 Bytes, comprising up to 255 SMS Messages (also known as Long SMS).

Führender europäischer Trailer-Vermieter (heutiger Name: T.I.P.)

Leading European trailer rental company (name of the company is now T.I.P.).

Straßenroller zum Waggontransport; wurden in den 30-er Jahren von Hans Culemeyer entwickelt.

Truck-pulled trailer for transporting railway wagons on the road; these were developed in the 30s by Hans Culemeyer.

Trailer value considering age, condition (especially any wear and repair work required), use and life expectancy.

Body on conventional platform vehicles consisting of a cover and a, usually adjustable, tubular framework located beneath this for carrying the cover. This designation has been used for the classic Hamburg tilt cover framework.

Steel, stainless or plastic buckles using a webbing tailstrap with hook to vertically tension curtainsider curtains on the side rave.

Side curtain component can be bolted or sewn on the top of the curtain.

Vehicle bodywork with sliding side curtains. Allows fast loading/unloading from the side.

In Deutschland verwendeter Begriff für Schiebegardine (Auflieger, Anhänger, Aufbauten).

Semi-trailers with side curtain bodywork. Known internationally as curtainsiders.

Cable that runs through hasps around the perimeter of customs (T.I.R.) approved tilt cover. Cables are reinforced and designed to be very difficult to cut or damage.

Vehicles which cross borders outwith the European Community must satisfy customs requirements. For example tilt bodywork must have a continuous customs (T.I.R) cable passing through the tilt eyelets which are fitted closer than usual i.e. 200 mm apart which prevents access to the load deck from outside. All fastenings and fittings must be secured so that they cannot be opened. Rear doors must be closed and fitted with customs locks. Flooring must be fixed so that it cannot be removed from outside the vehicle.

Differs from standard cover by having closer spaced eyelets i.e. at 200 mm centres.

Bodywork fitted with custom locking equipment must be approved by the Customs Office.

Sicherheitsschlosssystem für Kofferaufbauten bzw. Doppelflügeltüren mit außenliegendem Drehgestänge

Anti theft locking system for dry freight bodies with double rear barn doors, external locking gear.

Container- Sicherheits-Türschloss.

Anti theft lock for container doors.

Usual tank body on semi-trailers for transporting dangerous goods. Cylindrical shaped bodies are best suited for pressurised containers.