
20 new Curtainsiders for a new Montracon customer
A new trailer order is about more than adding numbers to a fleet. It is about making sure those trailers are built for the operation

A new trailer order is about more than adding numbers to a fleet. It is about making sure those trailers are built for the operation

A first order wins a customer. A repeat order tells you something different. Customers return because they’re happy with the trailers they’ve bought previously. For

Montracon is a UK leader in the manufacture and supply of HGV trailers, with 50 years of heritage behind our name. We are a proud

Price matters when you’re buying trailers. It shouldn’t be the only thing making the decision. Our sales team identified price and lead time as two

Why does trailer manufacturing experience matter? Nearly 50 years is a long time to spend building trailers. During that time, customer requirements change, trailer designs

When diesel gets more expensive, every unnecessary kilogram deserves another look. Fuel has always been one of the biggest costs facing UK transport operators, but

A trailer can look right on the specification sheet. The real test is whether it still feels like the right decision several years later. For

Paintwork isn’t only about how a trailer looks when it leaves the factory. For commercial trailers working across the UK, the finish is exposed to

When you’re running hundreds of trailers, small weight savings don’t stay small for long. Parcel operations are built around scale. High volumes, busy schedules and

Trailer floors take a beating. Could bamboo really do the same job as traditional hardwood? Sustainability matters, but a commercial trailer floor still needs to

No two transport operations are exactly the same. Different loads, routes, loading methods, site restrictions and fleet requirements all have an impact on the type

Cleaning a commercial trailer is not just about keeping it looking presentable. Regular cleaning plays an important part in trailer maintenance, especially for operators who

Useful facts about Montracon trailers and support When choosing a commercial trailer supplier, it helps to know what sits behind the product. A trailer is

For years, discussions about improving transport efficiency have focused on engines, fuel prices and driver behaviour. Today, another question is becoming increasingly important. How much

Ask someone how to improve fleet efficiency and the conversation usually turns to trucks. Fuel-efficient engines. Driver training. Route planning. Telematics. Alternative fuels. They’re all

The repair bill is rarely the biggest cost when a trailer goes down. For many fleet operators, that’s where the real expense begins. A trailer

It usually starts with a phone call. It’s 5am. The day hasn’t really begun, yet the carefully planned schedule you’ve spent hours putting together is

Every fleet has a budget. Whether you’re replacing one trailer or investing in an entire fleet, purchase price is often one of the first figures

Lighter. Smarter. Built for the future. Montracon has introduced a new Lightweight Box Van, developed to help operators get more from every journey. Designed around

Built in Britain. Built to last. When operators invest in a commercial trailer, they need more than something that looks the part on delivery day.

Curtainsider trailers are built for busy transport operations. They are used every day across general haulage, multi-drop deliveries, pallet networks and a wide range of

Keeping a commercial trailer on the road starts with the right build, the right maintenance and the right replacement parts. For fleet operators, trailer downtime

Running a commercial trailer fleet comes with a long list of responsibilities, and keeping trailers roadworthy sits right at the top of that list. Whether
Curtainsiders are one of the most widely used trailer types on UK roads, and for good reason. They are versatile, practical and suited to a