Cranes and Ballast
Trailers for ballast, boom sections and crane masts
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Cranes and Ballast
As projects continue to become larger and more complex, larger cranes are increasingly being deployed. Efficient transport of upperstructures, crawler tracks, booms, crane weights and lifting equipment requires trailers that are perfectly matched to your operations. Payload, weight distribution and operational versatility all play an important role. At the same time, regulations are becoming increasingly stringent. The combination of stricter requirements for ballast transport and restrictions on overhanging loads calls for well-considered, future-proof trailer solutions. As a trailer manufacturer, we understand these challenges like no other.
For crane and ballast transport, we offer two solutions: the semi low loader and the flatbed trailer. The semi low loader provides maximum flexibility thanks to its many configuration options, while the flatbed trailer, with its robust chassis and high payload capacity, is ideally suited to ballast transport.
Semi low loaders
Flatbed trailers
Options for ballast trailers
Flexibility with a semi low loader
The ballast semi low loader is available from a 4-axle and is typically available up to 7 axles. In addition, the semi low loaders can be supplied with any axle system. A major advantage of the semi low loader is its flexibility for a wide variety of transport operations. The trailer can also be utilised efficiently by loading ballast on the deck while carrying a boom section resting partially on the gooseneck.
Another important benefit is that the low loading deck helps minimise working-at-height restrictions. For this reason, semi low loaders are widely used in the petrochemical industry and on projects that must comply with American safety regulations, such as data centre construction projects.
The right axle system makes all the difference
For predominantly on-road transport, hydraulic suspension offers a low-maintenance solution with excellent manoeuvrability. For alternating on- and off-road transport with a low, yet drivable loading deck height (780 mm), our SL2 independent wheel suspension can be used. In Germany, this axle system offers an additional advantage, as it allows a registered axle load of up to 12 tonnes. For intensive off-road use, Broshuis PL2 pendle axles are the ideal solution. Developed to stringent Defense quality standards, they offer exceptional durability and performance. Thanks to the large suspension travel of the pendle axles, the loading deck remains level on uneven terrain. The suspension can also be jacked to different loading heights, making loading and unloading easier.
Ground clearance of the flatbed trailer
Thanks to its robust chassis, our flatbed trailer is also highly suitable for ballast transport, particularly for loads with limited height. One of its key advantages is its excellent ground clearance. Compared to a semi low loader, it is also a relatively low-maintenance solution. When using a flatbed trailer, working at height is an important consideration. That is why we offer a range of trailer options designed to help you work safely and comply with applicable regulations.
Options for ballast trailers
Various options are available for ballast semi low loaders and flatbed trailers, including additional lashing rings, stake pockets, front bulkheads, toolboxes and fall protection systems. A wide range of other options is also available. Our advisers will be happy to discuss the possibilities with you.
Our trailers in operation
We develop ballast trailers specifically to meet the challenges of daily crane transport operations. Stability, manoeuvrability and efficiency are at the heart of every solution. Our trailers prove themselves every day with customers such as STK, Mammoet, Saan and BKL. Discover below how our ballast trailers are used in practice.