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How can you maintain your HGV ratchet straps?

HGV ratchet straps are hugely advantageous to the quick and safe loading of freight on lorries. They are lighter than chains and far easier to use than rope, and they provide a wide, flat surface area that spreads the restraining

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Why are shipping containers dangerous for lorry drivers to transport?

A lorry’s stability relies on the centre of gravity being as low as possible. The lower the centre of gravity, the less likely it is to tip over while cornering. Rollover accidents are very common for truck drivers. When loading

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How do you safely load a pick-up truck?

When we learn to drive, we don’t learn much about load restraint, but as more and more pick-ups are sold to recreational users, this knowledge is becoming increasingly important to have. There are two basic types of pick-up. A flat-deck

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How do you safely load a roof rack?

Metal roof racks provide very little friction to items loaded on them. If you are using a standard roof rack with metal bars as opposed to custom cases or racks locked to the rack, you’ll need to know how to

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Moving house? Here’s how you can transport your furniture and belongings safely

It’s possible to move house yourself without having to hire a removals company. What you will need is one of more of: Trailer (preferably enclosed) Towing vehicle Van Furniture truck It’s best if your vehicle has a roof as British

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How not to carry a mattress on your car

At some point in your life you’ll need to move house and usually the most cumbersome item is the mattress. I was reminded of this today when I heard Jerry Seinfeld’s little comedy skit about guys being superheroes and being

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