Tanker Trailers - Purchasing and Maintenance
Tanker Trailers - Purchasing and Maintenance
Posted on July 27, 2020
Tanker trailers are a common sight on Canadian highways, hauling a variety of products where they need to go. While they look, and are, sturdy and durable, these massive tankers need to be used and maintained correctly in order to last for years to come.
Types of Tanker Trailers - Which to Purchase
Bulk materials often need to be transported from one location to another, and the quickest and easiest way to move them is by tanker trailer. Tanker trailers can carry everything from water to gasoline to sand. There are several different types of tanker trailers, and the materials that will be hauled will determine what trailer should be purchased.
Fuel and Petroleum tanker trailers can carry gasoline, fuel oil, propane, and more. Chemical and Acid tanker trailers are used to transport various types of industrial chemicals. There are also specific trailers designed to carry corrosive materials. Food Grade tanker trailers are used to carry both wet (water, milk, juice) and dry (sugar, flour, salt) goods. In order to do so, some varieties of trailers are equipped with heating and/or cooling systems to ensure the appropriate temperature is maintained. Dry bulk tanker trailers are used to haul sand, fertilizer, roofing asphalt, and more.
Tanker Trailer Versatility
With so many different tanker trailer types available, it is important to buy or lease the one that makes the most sense for the type of work it will be doing and product it will be hauling. Potential buyers should keep an eye out for a trailer's versatility. If the work that the trailer will be performing will change frequently, having flexibility in what the tanker can haul will keep it in service more often.
In addition, buyers should carefully consider their hauling needs--buyers do not want to purchase a trailer that ends up being way too big or way too small for the jobs being performed. The same goes for the technology present in the trailer, such as product transfer systems, pressure unload lines, and more. Buyers should consider their present needs, as well as the future, when purchasing a tanker trailer.
Maintaining Tanker Trailers
As with any other piece of equipment, maintenance is an important part of ensuring a tanker trailer's longevity. Keeping a tanker trailer clean is probably the most important maintenance tip. A clean trailer allows drivers to spot problems earlier and easier. By keeping pumps and valves clean, lubricated, and serviced, transference of products and materials is simpler.
Gaskets are one of the primary areas of concern in tanker trailers. Manhole gaskets and internal and external valve gaskets should be pulled, properly cleaned, and reinstalled on a semi-annual basis if the tanker is hauling the same product throughout the year. If different products are hauled, gaskets should be cleaned after each use to eliminate gunk and residue that can cause leaks and cross-contamination.
Tanker Trailers in Edmonton
From Ottawa to Edmonton, tanker trailers are hauling products and materials across Canada every day. It is important to purchase the right trailer for the job, as well as keep it meticulously maintained during its time of service. Edmonton Trailer can guide buyers into the tanker trailer that is right for their job.
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