Reitnouer Glass Trailers: Flatbed and Step Decks

Glass Industry Trailers – Safe, Secure, and Built for Fragile Transport!

Glass trailers are specifically designed for transporting large and fragile glass sheets, ensuring maximum protection and minimizing risks during transit. These trailers are often used in construction and automotive industries, where safety and precision are very important.

Unlike regular trailers, glass trailers have special features. They include strong frames, secure tie-down points, and advanced suspension systems. These features help ensure the safe transport of glass products.

What makes glass trailers unique is their ability to hold glass in a vertical position, minimizing the chances of breakage. They often feature padded surfaces and load-bearing frames that can withstand the dynamic stress encountered on the road. For any business that deals with glass transportation, investing in a purpose-built glass trailer is a critical step toward ensuring the safety and quality of their products.

Reitnouer Glass Trailers are available flatbed, drop deck and double-drop deck versions.

Application

Reitnouer Glass Industry Trailers are essential for industries that require the movement of glass in large quantities or in oversized formats.

They are commonly used for transporting:

Architectural glass panels for buildings
Jumbo Glass
Automotive glass for manufacturing plants
Windows and glass doors for construction projects
Solar panels and other fragile materials

Their design minimizes the risk of damage, ensuring that expensive, breakable materials arrive safely at their destination. Glass trailers are often used in both local and long-haul transport due to their versatility and safety features.

Glass Trailer Specifications

Parameter	Description
Length	Varies based on model (typically 48-53 feet)
Width	8.5 feet
Deck Height	40-42 inches
Axle Type	Tandem axle trailer with single or tandem sliding axle options
Weight Capacity	40,000-60,000 lbs
Material	High-tensile aluminum
Suspension Type	Air ride or spring suspension
Tare Weight (empty)	Approximately 9,000-12,000 lbs

Glass Trailer Options

Options	Description
Material	High-strength aluminum
Frame	High-strength aluminum frame
Tie-Down Points	Multi-position tie down system & winches
Lights	LED lighting system
Brakes	Air brake system with ABS
Tires	Heavy-duty 22.5″ radial tires
Landing Gear	Reinforced dual-leg landing gear
Suspension Type	Hendrickson Intraax® suspension; All steel parts
Toolboxes	Optional tool boxes and dunnage racks
Sliding rear axle	Optional
Wheels	Aluminum Wheels
Tire Inflation	Optional Hendrickson Tire Max Pro Tire Inflation System
Electric Dump Valve	Optional
Coil Package	Optional

Description:

Every transportation business has unique needs, and glass trailers can be customized to fit these specifications. Some popular customization options include:

Enhanced Frame Strength: For businesses that transport oversized or thicker panes of glass, opting for a reinforced frame can offer greater security and longevity for the trailer.
Additional Tie-Down Points: If your loads require additional securing mechanisms, the number of tie-down points can be increased to ensure that all cargo remains firmly in place throughout the journey.
Advanced Suspension Systems: If you’re transporting especially fragile materials, upgrading to an advanced suspension system can reduce the impact of road vibrations and ensure a smooth ride.
Custom Lighting Packages: For businesses that often operate in low-light or nighttime conditions, investing in advanced LED lighting systems can improve safety during loading and unloading operations.

Toolboxes and Extra Storage: Some businesses may need extra storage for tools and accessories. Customizable toolboxes can be added to store items like tie-down straps, padding, and maintenance equipment.

Benefits of Using Glass Trailers

Enhanced Safety with Reitnouer Trailers

The primary advantage of using a glass trailer is the exceptional safety it offers when transporting fragile materials. Moving large panes of glass can be incredibly challenging without the right equipment, but Reitnouer trailers and other specialized drop deck models are designed specifically to hold and protect glass sheets during transit.

Their reinforced frames and soft, non-scratch surfaces significantly reduce the risk of breakage and damage, ensuring that every load arrives intact. Additionally, some multi-axle trailers provide increased weight distribution, offering even greater stability and load security, minimizing vibrations that could damage fragile glass.

Efficiency in Loading and Unloading

The specialized design of glass trailers improves the loading and unloading process, making it quicker, safer, and more efficient. With secure tie-down points and easy access to the load, workers can handle large glass sheets with less risk of accidents or breakage. Many drop deck models offer a lower rear deck height, further simplifying the loading process and reducing the strain on workers. By optimizing loading and unloading times, these trailers save you money by cutting down on labor costs and reducing the chances of material loss.

Versatility for Multiple Industries

Although specifically designed for glass transportation, these multi-axle trailers are also versatile solutions for other fragile materials. Their secure frames and protective surfaces make them ideal for industries such as construction, window manufacturing, and auto glass replacement. Whether you are transporting large glass panels, delicate architectural elements, or other breakable materials, these trailers provide the safety and flexibility needed to ensure smooth deliveries.

Customizable Options for Maximum Efficiency

Glass trailers can be customized to meet the specific operational demands of your business. Whether you require additional toolboxes for storage, enhanced lighting systems for improved visibility, or specialized suspension systems to handle heavier loads, there are various configurations available to ensure your trailer is tailored to your needs. Reitnouer trailers, known for their durability and innovation, offer customization options that save you money in the long run by enhancing efficiency and safety while reducing maintenance costs.

Investing in a high-quality glass trailer, especially one from Reitnouer or other drop deck models, ensures that your valuable cargo is transported with maximum protection and efficiency. Whether you’re in the glass industry or another sector requiring fragile material transport, these trailers provide long-term reliability, cost savings, and peace of mind.

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What are glass trailers, and what makes them unique?

Glass trailers are specialized trailers designed specifically for transporting large and fragile glass sheets. Their unique design allows glass to be held in a vertical position, minimizing the chances of breakage during transit.

In which industries are glass trailers commonly used?

Glass trailers are essential in industries that require the movement of large quantities or oversized glass, such as construction and automotive sectors. They are commonly used for transporting architectural glass panels, automotive glass for manufacturing plants, windows and glass doors for construction projects, and solar panels.

What are the standard specifications of a glass trailer?

Typically, glass trailers vary based on the model but generally have lengths ranging from 48 to 53 feet, a width of 102 inch, and a deck height between 40 to 42 inches. They are constructed from high-tensile aluminum, feature tandem axles, and have a weight capacity between 40,000 to 60,000 lbs. The tare weight (empty) is approximately 9,000 to 12,000 lbs.

What customizable options are available for glass trailers?

Customizable features for glass trailers include enhanced frame strength for transporting oversized or thicker panes of glass, additional tie-down points for securing cargo, advanced suspension systems to reduce road vibrations, custom lighting packages for improved safety during low-light operations, and toolboxes for extra storage of tools and accessories.

How do glass trailers ensure the safe transportation of fragile materials?

Glass trailers are equipped with reinforced frames, secure tie-down points, and advanced suspension systems to protect glass products during transit. Their design allows for vertical positioning of glass sheets, padded surfaces, and load-bearing frames that withstand dynamic road stresses, thereby minimizing the risk of damage.

What are the benefits of using a glass trailer over conventional trailers?

Using a glass trailer offers enhanced safety for transporting large panes of glass, efficient loading and unloading processes due to their specialized design, versatility in transporting other fragile materials, and customizable options to meet specific transportation needs.

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