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3 Axle Oil Tanker Truck Designs and Specs for Sale in Malawi

TITAN VEHICLE | 2020-09-22

What is an oil tanker truck?

A tank truck, gas truck, fuel truck, or tanker truck or tanker, is a motor vehicle designed to carry liquids or gases on roads. The largest such vehicles are similar to railroad tank cars which are also designed to carry liquid loads. Many variants exist due to the wide variety of liquids that can be transported. Tank trucks tend to be large; they may be insulated or non-insulated; pressurized or non-pressurized; and designed for single or multiple loads (often by means of internal divisions in their tank). Some are semi-trailer trucks. They are difficult to drive due to their high center of gravity.

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How to drive an oil tanker trailer safely?

Check tank trailer

It is important to check the tanker trailer before driving even after following the correct loading procedures. First, check the entire trailer to make sure there are no leaks.

Do not drive even if the leak of gas or liquid is small. Check that all manholes and valves are covered. Driving a tanker trailer with the valve open is risky.

During regular maintenance service, inspections must be performed. However, it is important to recheck the parts before loading new cargo.

Avoid skidding

One of the main causes of road accidents and incidents involving trailers is skidding. If you over-brake, over-steer or over-accelerate, the trailer may skid.

If you notice that the wheels are slipping while driving, move quickly to restore normal traction. Failure to act in time may result in torture of the trailer, which simply means that the trailer slips toward the front of the truck.

At this point, the trailer has exceeded the normal 45-degree angle. Practice driving the tank trailer smoothly, whether it is loaded or empty. On wet and icy roads, skidding and subsequent jacking are common.

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Observe the speed limit

Many accidents occur when drivers ignore the speed limit. Pay attention to the speed limits on the road and drive within these limits. Avoid the temptation to speed up when the road is clear.

Also consider the weather to determine the most suitable speed. In icy and humid weather, it may be necessary to drive at low speeds to avoid skidding. Therefore, it is very important to get weather updates before starting any trip.

Control surge

We mentioned that liquid surges can cause the trailer to tip over when the brakes are applied. Some tanks have baffles for controlling the forward and backward movement of the liquid.

However, left and right surges will still occur, which may cause accidents if not controlled. One way to control fluid fluctuations is to keep the pressure on the brake stable. When stopping the trailer, avoid releasing the brakes.

Another technique for controlling surge is to start braking at a certain distance from the brake pads. Sometimes you must use the emergency brake to avoid accidents.

In this case, use anti-stab or controlled braking and avoid turning quickly while braking. The fast steering can turn the tank trailer over.

Keep a long braking distance

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Canning

When handling tank trailers, one of the most important safety measures is to follow the correct procedures when loading the tank. Proper loading is important to avoid influx of liquid, which is common when the tank is half full.

When the driver stops the trailer, the liquid in the fuel tank may fluctuate back and forth. The surge tends to push the trailer in the direction of the waves. Such sports are dangerous when skidding

Considering the risk of liquid influx, it is important to ensure that the weight of the liquid is evenly distributed for different storage tanks. In addition, the driver must leave enough space for the liquid to expand.

Following these guides above to buy a high-quality oil tanker truck

Tank trailers are designed to carry different types of fuel and motor oil. Each of these tank trailers has a specific manufacturing process, especially for the oil tank. The main body and internal structure of the storage tank are designed according to the type of goods. Steel and aluminum alloys are commonly used to make the body of tank trailers.

Due to the risks involved, it is very important to select and maintain the correct tank trailer model. Oil tank trailers carry dangerous gases and liquids harmful to human health. In case of leakage, some liquids may explode and cause loss of life. Therefore, you must insist on buying tank trailers that follow the correct manufacturing process.

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Before buying a tank trailer, you must check it carefully. An inspection must also be carried out before loading or transporting any goods in a trailer. Some of the most important components include cylinders or tanks, welded joints, valves and pressure gauges. The operator of the tank trailer must use the correct loading process, that is, load on the top for safety. In addition, the operator must drive the tank trailer smoothly, especially on wet roads, to avoid accidents. When driving at high speeds, especially in corners and near corners, the loaded trailer is likely to tip over.

If you follow these guides, you can buy a high-quality tank trailer, which will endanger the lives of your workers or road users. The most important thing is to check the components and make sure you buy from a certified supplier. The right supplier should comply with the safety standards and requirements of your country/region to customize your tank trailer. Always check the body, tires, joints and valves in accordance with regular maintenance procedures to keep the tank trailer in good condition.

Through the video below, you can learn about different types of fuel tanker semi trailers (like 3 axle fuel tanker, 4 axle storage tanker trailer, stainless steel tanker trailer, acid tanker trailer, fuel tanker with flatbed trailer, fuel tank Full trailer)

And the process, testing, packaging and customer feedback, etc.

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