Are load locks and load bars the same?
Load locks are a smart way to secure cargo for transport and maximize load safety by preventing shifting that might allow products not secured with cargo load bars to impact one another and cause damage. Cargo bars for trucks can stand alone or work with a track system.
What is a load lock bar?
Load Lock Bars are a quick and easy way to secure cargo in the back of a pickup truck or semi. Each bar has a rubber foot pad that is either bolted or welded to the ends of the bar depending on your preference. This range allows us to accommodate for small pickups, large semi trucks, and everything in between.
What is a track load?
The track load capacity means the permissible load at which the outer ring of a bearing and the mating surface are capable of withstanding repeated use over a long period.
What are trailer load bars?
A cargo load bar is a much simpler invention than the average person might think. Most cargo bars are made from steel tubing and feature rubber feet that adhere to the sides or floor and ceiling of a truck. They are ratchet devices you can adjust to fit the specific dimensions of the trailer.
What is a cargo bar used for?
Their purpose is to brace the cargo against the wall of the truck, which alleviates the issue of the product from sliding around due to the empty space. Luckily, cargo bars are very simple to use and install.
What are shoring beams?
Shoring beams are also sometimes called decking beams because of their ability to create more usable space inside your vehicle. Just add two or more beams at the same interval on the E-track and secure a piece of plywood on top of the beams to create a surface area.
How tight should weight distribution bars be?
The answer to the question- *if* the hitch is properly set up to begin with, the bars should be tight enough that the front and rear of the tow vehicle drop the same amount, because the purpose of the hitch is to take the weight of the hitch and divide it equally between the front TV axle, the rear TV axle, and the …
How does a load lock bar work on a truck?
Load Lock Bars (also called cargo load locks or load distribution bars) are steel or aluminum beams that are used to organize cargo or hold it in place. This is to prevent damage to the cargo. Some bars hook into a track system such as e-track, and some use pressure against the walls of a trailer or truck bed to stay in place like a Jack Load Bar.
How do E track load bars stay in place?
This is to prevent damage to the cargo. Some bars hook into a track system such as e-track, and some use pressure against the walls of a trailer or truck bed to stay in place like a Jack Load Bar. What is E-Track?
Which is better E track or load lock?
Load lock holders have a higher horizontal working load limit than e-track straps. Creating a sub-enclosure with a load bar lets you contain and secure loose cargo that’s too heavy or large to secure with e-track straps. Where can I use e-track straps?
How to contact Jack load bars and cargo bars?
If you have any questions regarding any of our Jack Load Bars or cargo bars you can contact our experts by giving us a call at 800-444-0956 or by using our online contact form located here. Our team would be happy to help answer any questions or give production recommendations to keep you secured on the road.