We have recently had the T-Racks system tested by industry leading testers MIRA. This is a video of the test that took place on the system.
The object of the test was to conduct ‘city crash test’ (nominal 8g for 30ms) in DD ISO/PAS 11154:2006 Annex E, and a ’20g’ crash test (nominal 20g for 25ms) to determines performance at higher decelerations levels.
The assembly is required to remain intact and the carried load securely restrained during these tests.
The parts being used were two bars and rear roller assembly with 100kg ballast comprising several sheets of plywood attached to the bars using U-bolts.
For the city crash test the assembly was attached to the test fixture using 4 off 8.8 grade M6 bolts, representing the attachment for a VW Transporter T5 roof (worst-case condition).
For the ’20g’ test the bolt size was increased to M8, however the same number of fixings were used
The Results – The assembly and ballast remained secure during both 8g and 20g tests.
If you need maximum storage space for your van we have zinc plated van racks to suit even the heaviest of loads. We house everything you need to organize your exterior space.
Fitting your van with a high quality roof rack and accessories is surprisingly affordable. Our exterior systems are light weight, easy and quick to fit, yet durable allowing you extra space to transport equipment. We pride ourselves on providing you with the highest quality roof bars at low prices for safety on the go.
Questions
1. Can you fit extras?
Yes, we offer roller systems, tie rails, side rails and end stops. We also supply ladder clamps, pipe tubes, walkways and wind deflectors.
2. What is to stop my system from rusting?
All of our systems are made from steel for strength. However, they are all electroplated, with a clear passivate, to the highest standard. Our end stops are electroplated and powder coated in black.
3. Do you offer a choice of colours?
Yes. Our standard bars are “silver”, as is the colour of the electroplate. We can, however, have your bars powder coated, but this will incur extra cost and extra time.
4. What kind of warranty do you offer?
We give a 12 month guarantee for all goods.
5. Are they easy to fit?
Very easy! The average time for a 2 bar system is under 5 minutes. Obviously, fitting time increases with extra components, but they are genuinely one of the easiest to fit on the market.
6. What is the cost of delivery?
Delivery is included within the retail price
7. Are they strong?
T-Racks roof bars are extremely strong, they have a pre-welded fixing leg which is 3mm thick. The legs are all equipped with vertical folds (many other systems don’t have these) and with the welded leg, fixings are kept to a minimum.
8. What size are they?
They all differ in length from van to van. The crossbars however, are made with a 40mm x 40mm x 1.5mm box section steel.
9. What kind of weight can they carry?
Although the bars are strong, they can only carry up to the maximum weight that the manufacturer of your vehicle advises (including bars). Before fitting, check the weight guidelines with the manufacturer, we can then advise you of the weight of your bars.
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