Andover-based Scorpion Power Systems has taken delivery of two bespoke tri-axle step frames from Andover Trailers for use as mobile emergency 1,250kVA diesel generators on behalf of a major international telecoms group.
The two new trailers are specially designed to hold a 9-metre-long, 17-tonne generator set on the main deck, while a 3,000-litre fuel tank and cable drum carrier are securely mounted on the neck. The hydraulic-powered carrier holds a total of 200 metres of cable to allow maximum flexibility when positioning the trailer on site.
This specialist application required the design of a custom-built trailer, which Andover Trailers’ bespoke service has made possible with the two Andover-based companies working closely together on the specification.
A company spokesman for Scorpion Power Systems, said: "Andover Trailers has been known to us as a local company for some time. This has been the first opportunity to work with them on one of our major projects. It has proved to be a total success. The trailers were perfect for the application."
The trailers are 12 metres long, finished in flint-grey paint and feature a square neck and square end, to suit the load they are carrying. Both are fitted with Granning axles and air suspension with a raise / lower control valve, together with a Knorr-Bremse EBS braking system which integrates ABS and ASR traction control into one electronic system.
They also both come equipped with an on-board Knorr-Bremse Trailer Information Module (TIM). This is an easy-to-use trailer-mountable or hand-held device that is able to provide valuable information for the operator/driver on axle group load, odometer and trip distance, voltage, air pressures, wheel sensor information and EBS diagnostics without the need of a PC. Having this unit on board means easy diagnosis of most in-service issues by the operator without the need to contact a specialist engineer.
Independent legs are also fitted at the front and rear of the trailer to ensure a level platform for operating the generator.
Scorpion Power Systems is part of shentongroup (correct), a family-owned partnership of four companies based in Andover. Established in 1987 as a supplier of diesel generators, it has now grown to specialise in integrated diesel and gas generator-based standby power systems, UPS (uninterrupted power systems) and CHP (combined heat and power) solutions.
For information on the heavy haulage and specialist transport solutions provided by Andover Trailers, contact Ivan Collins at Andover Trailers Ltd, Unit 75, Columbus Way, Walworth Industrial Estate, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 5NP. Tel: 01264 358 944 or E-mail: sales@andovertrailers.co.uk or Visit: www.andovertrailers.co.uk
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22/03/2010
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