The superlative of DIN EN 12642 Code XL

The current XL certified trailer (EN 12642 XL) does not meet the requirements for specific industries where the cargo tends to bulge during transport by road, rail or short sea ferry. Roland’s XLS solution has all features of a conventional side curtain and in addition, the unique Mega Huckepack XLS is a structurally stronger and safer trailer to transport cargo such as tires, bulk bags and other loose products. Also suitable for industries such as Automotive, High value goods, Beauty & Care products, Furniture and Air Freight, the XLS solution has great advantages in maximising payload - and reducing the risk of damages. For Part Loads a TÜV certified XLS SafetyNet can be used for load securing. 

Certified by UIC for intermodal transport

Previously, trailers with only a small dent or bump in the tilt were usually rejected by rail operators. Those dents and bumps could be an early sign of a bulging load and thus a risk for rail traffic. Not all dents and bumps indicate loading issues. Goods might be secured perfectly while a ratchet of a strap pushes slightly against the tilt, making it noticeable from the outside. Such and similar cases unfortunately led to trailer rejection. Understandable – as rail operators are “rather safe than sorry” – but often unnecessary with dissatisfied customers as a result.

These practices now belong to the past! The UIC (International union of railway) has documented trailer constructions that are equipped for loads having the tendency to settle and bulge within the IRS (International Railway Solutions) framework. Such loads (like: tyres, bales of hay or straw, big bags of granules etc) can safely lean against the sides of the trailer. The curtain, which can be forced inwards before loading, ensures that the trailer will not exceed the legal allowed width - regardless of the type of cargo. 

Sean Spelman (Product & Technology Cargo Control Company) says: “It’s our mission to improve how the world moves cargo. The XLS solution, which we developed in close cooperation with Ewals Cargo Care, is our flagship product in terms of load securing with a side curtain. With the latest updates, we’ve been able to reduce weight more than 80kg. This results in lower system costs, more ergonomic handling, higher payload and thus increased efficiency to the end user. This ultimate solution has been tested and certified by German authorities TÜV and UCI.” Sean continues: “We continuously invest in development of the XLS to maintain our number 1 position in the market. We’re proud to be the recognised for our innovative Side Curtain solutions and outstanding durability under all conditions. Supplying our solutions throughout Europe from small to large end users.”

Would you like to know more about XLS or other innovative Side Curtain solutions Roland has to offer? Go to Roland XLS or contact us.