Safe T Bar (HGV)
Hope Safe T Bar for Heavy Goods Vehicles
The safe-T-bar was developed in the early 1980s after listening to the people who mattered - the people who would use it. Now, more than 20 years later, we're still listening.
We listen to owners, fitting staff and drivers - in fact all those who take care of company vehicles and care about their public image as well. They've told us that SAFETY and VEHICLE ENHANCEMENT are of paramount importance. We've heard from customers operating literally thousands of HGV'S, LCV'S and non-commercial vehicles as well, describing the problems they need to overcome and the horrific results of failing to do so.
We've taken their suggestions and incorporated them into the Safe-T-Bar, so that now it's even better than ever, providing customers, with a host of additional features to cut down reversing damage and accidents.
Audible Warning System - Reverse Impact
An audible warning alerts the driver if contact is made with an object while reversing.
Avoiding damage to vehicle and property.
Swing Back System - Automated Reset
Impact absorption at low speed is achieved by making full use of the rising rate of natural rubber which has a life expectancy in excess of that of the vehicle.
Protects the appearance of your van. Safeguards your corporate image
When you consider the investment you make in a commercial vehicle it makes sense to protect it. The Hope safe-T-bar does this reliably. Protection from just one heavy knock can pay back the cost - and think how frequently your van is reversed in congested surroundings or loaded by fork lift!
Outstanding Proven Record
The Safe-T-Bar's appearance adds to the distinction of any van and is a proven economy. Demand from major fleet customers has made the Hope safe-T-bar an outstanding success.
Installation
For around the price of the original bumper a Hope safe-T-bar can be fitted in minutes, without modification to the body work bolting to the manufacturers existing specified mounting points using simple hand tools.
Lower running costs
If you own a single vehicle, the reduction in depreciation, garage bills, accident claims and good will created by the appearance of your own vehicles can add up to a significant annual sum. Imagine what that means to fleet owners.
Protects insurance premiums
Apart from reducing claims and protecting no-claims bonuses, some insurance companies may offer lower premiums for vehicles fitted with the Hope Safe-T-Bar.
Safety & health benefits
The Hope Safe-T-Bar does more than protect your vehicle it protects your drivers too. A specially formulated wide surface provides a safe anti-slip step when loading and unloading. The recessed reflective red strip improves visibility on the road and in work areas.
- Anti-slip surface prevents accident claims
- Assists loading and unloading roof racks
- Highly reflective red strip improves conspicuity on the road
Features
- The arm mechanism with it's rubber springs and directional pivot action allows the under-run beam to move when greater ground clearance is required, and if contact is made with an object when reversing.
- An audible in-cab beeper will alert the driver when the under-run beam makes contact with an object when reversing.
Specifications
Hope HGV Safe-T-Bars are supplied to customer's specification.
By completing a simple data sheet, the information you provide is used to produce Safe-T-Bars that meet all the legal requirements.
CAUTION: INCORRECT INSTALLATION AND OR MODIFICATION TO ANY PART OF THE HOPE SAFE-T-BAR WILL INVALIDATE TYPE APPROVAL