With the first night frost in autumn, ice sheets on truck roofs and tarpaulins can reappear. Moisture, frost and snowfall cause ice sheets to form within a few hours.
Tarpaulin coverings form depressions during frost, for example, in which water freezes into ice sheets. Through vibrations and travel wind, the ice, which partly consists of a few centimeters of frozen water, can later detach abruptly and strike vehicles traveling behind. Trucks must therefore be thoroughly de-iced before departure.
Tarpaulin- and box-bodied configurations are accessible with the EisfreiGerüst-System, as the work platform is at a height of around three meters. A slip-resistant staircase, robust surfaces and an around-the-perimeter side protection are designed
to guarantee maximum safety in de-icing logistics even in wet and slick weather conditions. The construction can, according to the manufacturer, be installed either freestanding with outriggers or wall-mounted, depending on space.
Flexible Längen und Ganzjahresnutzung
Due to the modular design, the scaffold lengths can also be adjusted in three-meter steps. This makes individual solutions for small spaces as well as large yards possible, Krause says. The standard lengths range from six to 18 meters.
Hinzu komme die doppelte Lauffläche, denn mithilfe des Geländer-Erweiterungs-Sets werde auch die untere Ebene nutzbar. Damit könne das EisfreiGerüst in eine multifunktionale Arbeitsplattform verwandelt werden, die auch außerhalb der Frostsaison für Wartungs-, Reinigungs- oder Kontrollarbeiten genutzt
werden könne.
In addition, there is the double running surface, because with the railing-extension set the lower level becomes usable. This enables the EisfreiGerüst to be transformed into a multifunctional work platform that can also be used outside the frost season for maintenance, cleaning, or inspection tasks.
Gleichzeitig könne das System durch abgestimmtes Zubehör noch erweitert werden. Ein speziell entwickelter Eisräumer mit Halterung soll beispielsweise das sichere Entfernen von Eisplatten und Schnee erleichtern. Schranken-Sets mit Warntafeln können dabei den Arbeitsbereich gegen unbefugtes Betreten absichern. Und für schwierige Untergründe können laut dem Hersteller robuste Stahlplatten für eine erhöhte Standfestigkeit sorgen.
At the same time, the system can be further expanded with coordinated
accessories. A specially developed ice remover with a mounting bracket is, for example, intended to facilitate the safe removal of ice sheets and snow. Barrier sets with warning signs can secure the work area against unauthorized entry. And for difficult surfaces, according to the manufacturer, robust steel plates can provide increased stability.
Fines and warning fees
Generally, the road transport regulations require drivers to ensure a clear view and the vehicle's roadworthiness before starting the journey; otherwise, a warning fee may be issued. If, as a result of falling ice sheets, there is endangerment or an accident, a fine of up to 120 euros and one point in Flensburg can also
