Engineering Capability


 

WE TAKE GREAT PRIDE IN OUR WORK AND THRIVE ON CHALLENGE.

 

Whether a simple wheelbase or a greenfields turn key project, Transfleet has the expertise to undertake your project - whatever the scope. 

Michael Eccles, our in-house Certified Engineer (CE) has road transport specific qualifications. He is a New Zealand Transport Agency NZTA approved engineer for chassis certification (CC and modifications), load anchorage (NZS5444), brake rule (LTNZ Rule: 2007), towing connections and static roll thresholds, vehicle stability for basic and complex vehicles.  He also has fifth wheel and kingpin certifications. 

Our engineering capability includes:   

  • CAD 3D modelling        
  • Finite Element Analysis (FEA) 
  • Swept Path Analysis
  • High Productivity Motor Vehicle (HPMV) scope assessment
  • Project management
  • LT400 certification.

 

Some of the special projects we have undertaken include:

  • Trailer refurbishment
  • Special body installation
  • Moving (or ‘walking’) floor installation and refurbishment
  • Special vehicle configuration
  • 6 x 2 conversions
  • Wheelbase modifications
  • Trailer anti-lock braking system (ABS) installation 
  • Electronic Brake Systems (EBS) installation
  • Vehicle compliance.

All engineering is completed by Transfleet with supplementary support available from approved expert supply partners.