CHARACTERISTICS :

PLATFORM :

● Robust heavy-duty steel platform OR Weight-saving aluminum platform

● Fixed leading edge at outboard platform edge [hinged ramps available as an option]

● Alu platform manual open / close (assisted by torsion bars); hydraulic closure as option

● Steel platform: hydraulic closure highly recommended; manual open / close option with spring assistance

● Steel frame profiles standard for hydraulic closure Hyra proprietary design

FUNCTIONAL & MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS

● Lower beam: operated by 1 single lift cylinder, mounted in a beam at the vehicle floor level, and a set of chains and pulleys with Leaf chain heavy duty

● Reinforced heavy-duty steel columns and lift frame, standard powder coated

● Reinforced heavy-duty chains and pulleys

● Lifting height to the loading floor of the vehicle

● Flat platform, level ride

● Lift system equipped with mechanical Load Safety Device (chain rupture device)

HYDRAULICAL CHARACTERISTICS

● Single acting lift cylinder in the lower beam with safety valve

● Recommended for all steel platforms, and for all platforms > 1400 mm. With the single tilt cylinder. Operator can open platform from its 90° closed position to its 0° work position, and close it back. No intermediate adjustment of tilt or pitch possible.

● With the 2 tilt cylinders for heavy long platforms, operator can open and close the platform, but also tilt it, and change the angle or pitch of the platform

● Robust pump unit 12V or 24V DC, supplied loose for mounting on the vehicle chassis

● Manual emergency operation on all electro-hydraulic valves

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

● Control box with battery disconnect switch, push button control and change-over switch

● Electrical controls without sensitive electronic components easy for maintenance

● Electric motor with thermal cut-out fuse box

FITTING

● Welded fitting (standard) fitting to the vehicle body

● Suitable for bodies with shutter doors, for drop side and flatbed bodies. With option also suitable for closed bodies with barn doors.

FINISH & MAINTENANCE

● Low-maintenance bearings in all articulation points

● Lift frame in hot-dip zinc plated or "galvanized" finish. Best possible protection against corrosion or powder coated

● Steel platform powder coated for best long-lasting finish