The Van Guard VG400-3L is a heavy-duty 3 metre lockable pipe carrier designed for safely transporting copper pipe, conduit, trunking and long materials on commercial vehicles.
£175.29
Sideguard systems, also known as lateral protection devices (LPDs), are safety components fitted along the sides of commercial vehicles and trailers. They reduce the risk of injury to pedestrians, cyclists, and other road users by preventing individuals from being pulled underneath the vehicle in the event of a collision. These systems are essential for compliance with vehicle approval and safety standards, supporting converters, fleet operators, and commercial vehicle owners.
Sideguard systems are protective rails or panels installed between the front and rear wheels of trucks, trailers, and vans. Acting as lateral protection devices, they shield the open space beneath the bodywork and deflect unprotected road users away from wheels and under‑run zones. These devices are particularly important for heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) and trailers subject to inspection under UK law and vehicle approval standards. GOV.UK HGV Inspection Manual
Components typically include horizontal rails or bars, mounting legs or brackets, end caps, and corner protection. These can be made from aluminium or steel, depending on the application. The right combination ensures both safety and durability while meeting regulatory standards.
When selecting a sideguard rail, consider vehicle length, chassis layout, mounting points, and material preference. Correct selection improves safety, compliance, and operational efficiency. TransQuip supplies sideguard systems that meet UK standards, helping fleets stay compliant while enhancing road safety.
TransQuip are able to offer a range of hinged and fixed side guard legs to the body building and vehicle repair industry. Our products are clearly ‘E’ approval marked, tested and approved by the VCA. Unlike many galvanized or zinc variants our legs are ‘Armour-Tech’ (AT600 smooth zinc rich) coated and overlayed with a polyurethane (PU) top layer to provide a durable finish that has exceptional resistance to abrasion and corrosion.
TransQuip are able to offer a range of single, double and triple pedestrian end rail kits. Our range includes all rail mounting bolts, nyloc nuts and washers, guard attachment rivets, end caps and covers.
TransQuip stock a variety of fully VCA compliant anodised aluminium side rails in a variety of lengths available upon request. We can also offer a high-visibility version painted in bright yellow.
You can be assured that our side guard components meet all mandatory requirements of full vehicle type approval under regulation 73 (UNECE) and can be used immediately without worrying about red tape, fees, additional tests and time wasting.
The detailed mounting requirements can only be used when combining the ASGK990 component’s together, Otherwise it will not comply with the UNECE Regulation 73
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