Reversing an articluated HGV can be a living nightmare even for the most experienced HGV driver. Now there is a simple solution developed by ETS.

Designed as a standalone system fitted to the trailer with the advantage that it will work with any tractor. RG-ARTIC is ideal for companies that use spot hire vehicles. When activated the system completes an initial self test and advises the driver that it is operating correctly.

This system is simple to fit and maintenance free; it uses specially designed high visibility LED signalling lights similar to those used on police vehicles to aid the driver.

The system will detect an object crossing the path of the vehicle while at the same time offer an indication of its distance.

Not all objects are human and while this product is a must have safety aid it will also significantly reduce rear end damage and safeguard your loads.

As with all our products the technology is manufactured and tested to the highest standards, resistant to environmental conditions such as moisture, dust, vibration, heat, cold, sun glare and others.

Technical Specification

Specifications RG24 Artic

Power Supply 10-30v DC
Maximum Current consumption (activated) 50 mA
Maximum Current consumption (triggered) 75 mA

Sensor Specifications
Detection Distance upto 1.0 m
Ultrasonic Frequency 40 Khz
Sensor Operating Temp Range -20 to + 85c

For more information call us today on 01253 792200

“side sweep” incidents cost the UK over 400 lives per annum and is becoming a growing concern to left hand drive vehicles in the UK and right hand vehicles abroad.  Side Sweeping is the name to a growing threat that faces the Industry with increasing road traffic volumes and a general public unwilling to appreciate the difficulties faced by the LGV, bus or coach driver.
The problem is two fold meaning that Left hand drive vehicles driving in the UK and right hand drive vehicles driving on the continent are unable to fully appreciate obstacles or traffic alongside their vehicle and the driver must divert attention from the road to see across the entire width of the vehicle before manoeuvring still leaving the danger of the blind spot.

New rules, now require vehicles over 3.5 tonnes to be installed with high visibility mirrors which help but have obvious disadvantages.   While a mirror gives the driver a clear view of the area visible through the glass, the driver still has to look across the width of the vehicle to view the mirror thus taking his/her eye off the road ahead.

Companies have the option of flat or convex mirrors both with disadvantages while a flat mirror gives a restricted field of vision a convex mirror gives a wider but distorted view of distances and both are subject to reflection and dazzle.

Inventors at European Transport Solutions have now developed a low cost ‘fixed’ camera system giving the driver a full view of the ‘side sweep’ blind spot.  Pictures are so clear from this colour camera system that drivers can be in no doubt of hazards on UK or European roads.�
Michael Leigh company director explains “a camera gives a clear view of the field of vision, which can be set according to what information is required by the driver such as a wide angle. The driver has the screen mounted on the dashboard directly in his/her line of vision whilst looking at the road ahead which provides a much safer option for similar costs”.   �
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The ETS Week number system is a simple and complete vehicle maintenance system.  It works on numbers and will ensure your depot and fleet operate within the correct guidelines. 

When placed into practice the system is not only faultless it is incredibly simple and foolproof, informing transport operatives of the current week number when used in conjunction with week number stickers applied to plant vehicles and trailers.

The system was initially developed for a national chain of dairy suppliers and is now used throughout the company due to its effectiveness.

This Blog was created to build awareness and help companies, large and small or individuals within the transport industry get a grasp on safety issues and some of the innovative solutions we provide as a company to help solve a wide range of issues within the industry, improve safety and make life a little less stressful.

Over the coming weeks we will be adding data and information about our products providing what we hope will become a useful resource.

The road haulage industry plays a vital role within the UK economy, yet safety and compliance issues continue to present a major threat to any logistics operator.

Transport companies, because of the nature of their business, are particularly vulnerable with the highest standards of operations needing to be achieved to avoid severe penalties.

The recent tragic death of a security guard at Coventry City football club, killed in a reversing accident involving the Arsenal football team’s bus, and news that a leading supermarket chain is facing criminal proceedings as a result of the death of an employee guiding a reversing truck at a supermarket, have brought safety into the headlines.

We have over 40 years experience within the industry and a unique ability to diagnose and solve safety related issues within the transport Industry.
The company offers a range of cutting edge technology that will protect your fleet and your company from issues in safety, vehicle maintenance schedules, road compliance practice and offers a range of bespoke services such as tailored truck monitoring systems and best practice initiatives.�
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