Kandt
Refurbishment of a 4+5 axle dolly low loader
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Kandt invests in operational reliability
Almost every day, Kandt transports its own foundation machines and cranes to projects throughout the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany. Since 2017, the company has relied on a unique Broshuis 4+5 axle low loader with pendle axles for transporting its largest machines. After nearly ten years of intensive use, the trailer was still far from reaching the end of its service life. Nevertheless, Kandt deliberately chose a complete refurbishment. Not because it was necessary, but to minimise downtime in the years ahead.
4+5 axle low loader for transporting foundation machines
The combination consists of a 4-axle jeep dolly, a deep bed and a 5-axle rear axle bogie. This configuration has been specifically designed for transporting Kandt's large foundation machines.
According to regular driver Jeroen Bootsma, one of the key advantages lies in the jeep dolly. "It steers along with the tractor and follows almost exactly in the same track. That gives me much more room on the inside of a corner." This is particularly important on sites with limited manoeuvring space, where driving against the normal direction of travel or reversing the final metres is sometimes unavoidable.
Refurbishment to prevent downtime
After years of daily operation, Kandt consciously opted for refurbishment. "The trailer still performs perfectly well and is nowhere near the end of its service life. By carrying out a major refurbishment now, we can continue to operate with confidence for many years to come," says owner Marco Kandt.
Complete refurbishment of the Broshuis dolly low loader
The extensive inspection carried out by Broshuis revealed no major or unexpected defects. Nevertheless, the trailer underwent a thorough refurbishment. The dolly, gooseneck, low loader bed, axles and rear axle bogie were fully dismantled and inspected individually.
Virtually all wear and service components were renewed or refurbished, including bearings, brake components, steering rods, electrical components, hydraulic and air hoses, and parts of the lubrication system.
In areas where high loads have been concentrated for many years, the work went beyond simply replacing components. Bearing points and fits were restored and re-machined to ensure everything once again aligned precisely. Even after years of heavy transport operations, the chassis itself remained in excellent condition. The entire trailer was then blasted, metallised, repainted and carefully reassembled step by step.
Practical improvements for the driver and machine transport
At the same time, several practical improvements were implemented based on Jeroen's day-to-day experience. The front section was modified to make loading the Woltman 90DR easier, while lashing points and storage solutions were also improved. "That is one of the things we appreciate about the people at Broshuis. A quick phone call, a message or a photo, a short discussion, and then you move forward together."
A tightly managed refurbishment schedule
The complete refurbishment took 17 weeks. Because replacement transport capacity and transport permits had already been carefully planned, the delivery date was fixed from the outset. This required strict planning from the Broshuis service team. Thanks to careful planning and close coordination, the trailer was delivered a week ahead of schedule.
Ready for many more years of heavy and exceptional transport
Kandt now has a trusted low loader ready for many more years of heavy and exceptional transport. As Marco Kandt puts it: "The trailer is back to as-new condition and is ready for many more years of service." This demonstrates the value a refurbishment can deliver: investing in reliability, service life and operational availability at the right time. As a result, a combination that has already proven itself in practice can continue doing exactly what it was built for in the years ahead.
Extend the lifespan of your investment
A Broshuis trailer is built to last. That is why many customers choose to refurbish their trailer rather than replace it. With decades of refurbishment experience, Broshuis helps transport operators get the maximum value from their trailers. Read how we refurbished 100 trailers for the Dutch Army and how we helped companies such as West.Neder.Land. give their equipment a second life.