Tipping trailer inclinometer

[Squiddog]

Good day,

Just wondering if anyone has experience in inclinometers used to moniter the angle of tipping trailers

http://www.hummingbirdelectronics.com.au/Inclinometers.html?gclid=CIGanovt9acCFQH1bwodOxVIbg

In australia we use a type of trailer called a "dog trailer"

http://trucksales.com.au/buy/detail...&seot=1&__Nne=15&trecs=177&__sid=12DFD12F3968

They are very prone to rolling over when tipping on uneven surfaces, so i was thinking of investing in one of these units to mount to the trailer to try and prevent such accidents.

Any thoughts or opinions welcomed

 

[hammerman]

Interesting thread...

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[heavylift]

most of the end dumps and pups that you see around here... The driver has to get out of the truck and flip a switch on the trailer...tail gate release... I suppose it's to get the driver to look at his trailer..

The arced bubble level that is on a blade or dozer would probably be cheaper than that electronic gadget...

 

[plowking740]

ive seen some guys make a simple pendulem gauge and mount it on the front of the trailer. just a simple look in the mirror or out the back window lets you know how the trailer is sitting.

 

[hammerman]

If the truck is in a plane, the trailer in other different one, some electronic help could be very useful,I think,you really can know if you are well placed, I like.

 

[mauser792]

I have used these...

I have used CAT/Volvo's fitted with these inclinometers in the past, very popular here in the UK for articulated dumpers (CAT740, Volvo A40 etc) used on all the major quarries.

http://www.transportsupport.co.uk/v...ypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=87&category_id=6

http://www.transportsupport.co.uk/vehicle-safety-products?page=shop.browse&category_id=6

 

[jamessteve325]

I have Used CAT tipping trailers .