Spring loaded shoring bars, also known as steel spring loaded shoring bars or spring loaded shoring poles, are very high strength load containment devices that can be used to protect cargo and other loads when in transit.
hey are used within fixed body vehicles and trailers fitted with standard 25mm hole tracks. The two main designs for shoring bars are round and square, but both are made with an adjustable range of about 400mm. This means they can be adjusted to fit various fixed body vehicles. The bars are easily located between the internal tracks and secured firmly in place to prevent loads moving around in transit. This can prevent load damage and danger to drivers and other road users when on the move.
The spring loaded design means that
they can provide secure travel even if fixed body walls flex, making them
especially durable and tough for moving large or heavy objects. Spring loaded
shoring bars come in a variety of lengths to suit almost any size of vehicle.
These sizes include 0.9 to 1.3 metres, 1.3 to 1.7 metres, 1.7 to 2.1 metres,
2.1 to 2.5 metres and the largest size of 2.5 to 2.9 metres. So, as you can
see, spring loaded shoring bars are very versatile.
The length of the bars extend from
the face of the track on one side to the face on the other, and be safely
secured in the 25mm peg holes, while still retaining some spring loaded action
in case of flex.
The shoring bars should be used when
transporting any loads in vehicles, either secured to the vehicle sides or
using the 25mm hole tracks. They are secured in place to prevent moving or
falling, causing damage to the goods or persons moving them. It is very
important that you ensure all bars are secured before setting off so that loads
are not able to move around.
As well as the size of your vehicle
determining the size of the shoring bars that you need, you also need to know
the weight of the load that you’re transporting. This is so you can determine
the force of the load when in transit and use an appropriate number of shoring
bars.
The safe working load limit, known
as the WLL, for any shoring bar is 460 kg. This weight is spread evenly along
the bar. So, once you have determined the weight of your load, you need to make
sure you have a greater amount of securing capacity than weight in order for a
secure transportation. It’s always a good idea to use shoring bars in pairs,
whenever they are used, for additional security.
Reduce risk, ensure the safety of cargo and cut the cost of damaged loads by using a selection of spring loaded shoring bars from Titan Load Restraints.