Efficient solutions for multi-modal transport

Efficient solutions for multi-modal transport

The A.WF trailer swap chassis, Z.WF central axle swap chassis and W.BO swap box from Schmitz Cargobull

September 2024 - Increasing traffic density on the roads, the corresponding carbon dioxide emissions together with many shipping companies demanding green logistics is making multi-modal transport increasingly important for general cargo transport tasks on a European level. Fast swapping between road and rail, the safety of the freight and the flexibility of the trailers needed place stringent demands on vehicle producers. Schmitz Cargobull’s proven modular system provides optimum trailer solutions and equipment for multi-modal transport not only for S.KO refrigerated box body semi-trailers, S.BO dry freight semi-trailers and S.CS curtainsider semi-trailers. Over the last several years, Schmitz Cargobull has also reintroduced the A.WF and Z.WF swap chassis for transporting swap containers, as well as a W.BO swap box, for an effective multi-modal solution.

Large range of ground clearances and sturdy design

The trailers for swap body operations have a large range of ground clearances, making them especially adaptable, and they are distinguished by their simple and sturdy design. Optimally equipped to facilitate the rough swap operations, they enable economical handling of swap containers. The chassis are available in a proven hot-dip galvanised design.

With its robust two-axle steel chassis and locks for 1 x 20’ containers, the A.WF trailer swap chassis provides the optimum equipment for securing and supporting swap containers. It has been optimally designed to meet the demands of multi-modal transport and is capable of flexibly transporting 7.15 and 7.45 swap boxes and containers.

The Z.WF central axle swap chassis is also designed to flexibly transport 7.45 and 7.82 interchangeable containers and containers. Designed and tested for every type of transport task with a payload of approximately 14.5 tonnes, both trailers are suitable for transporting containers and swap bodies with standardised ISO container mountings (20’).

The hot-dip galvanised chassis is resistant to corrosion and offers optimum protection against rust-through. A ten-year warranty against rust-through applies to all galvanised parts in the chassis. This contributes to the value retention of the chassis, which is clearly reflected in the resale value. Galvanising offers optimum surface protection for commercial vehicles, as the conventional mechanical stresses of everyday transport do not leave any permanent impact.

Schmitz Cargobull’s product range also includes the W.BO swap box as a solution for multi-modal transport. Instead of losing time during loading and unloading, swap containers can be set down and immediately replaced by another swap container ready for further transport. In addition to saving time, this helps the transport vehicle to be used more efficiently. Furthermore, the driving times per driver are reduced and empty runs are avoided.

The Schmitz Cargobull W.BO swap box for dry freight transport is a swap box in a steel design with a wide range of equipment options, such as a double-decker system, roller door or standard keyhole system. Schmitz Cargobull offers three different swap box models, which are designed to handle a wide range of transport tasks. They are available in steel with a length of 7.45 m and either smooth or beaded walls, and with a length of 7.82 m and smooth walls.

The swap chassis are developed, designed and produced by Schmitz Cargobull at its site in Michalovce, Slovakia. The new W.BO swap boxes are produced by Schmitz Cargobull’s cooperation partner and body specialist Kerex in Michalovce.

Acerca de Schmitz Cargobull 

Schmitz Cargobull es el fabricante líder de semirremolques para carga con temperatura controlada, carga general y mercancías a granel en Europa y pionero en soluciones digitales para servicios del remolque y conectividad. La compañía también fabrica equipos de frío para semirremolques frigoríficos. Con una amplia gama de servicios que van desde financiación, suministro de repuestos, contratos de servicio y soluciones telemáticas hasta el comercio de vehículos usados, Schmitz Cargobull ayuda a sus clientes a optimizar su coste total de propiedad (TCO) y su transformación digital.
Schmitz Cargobull se fundó en 1892 en Münsterland, Alemania. La empresa familiar produce alrededor de 60.000 vehículos al año con más de 6.000 empleados y generó una facturación de alrededor de 2.400 millones de euros en el ejercicio 2023/24. La red de producción internacional se compone actualmente de diez plantas en Alemania, Lituania, España, Inglaterra, Turquía, Eslovaquia y Australia.

 

El equipo de prensa de Schmitz Cargobull:

Raquel Villarroya:  +34 976 613 200-5229 I raquel.villarroya@cargobull.com 
Luis Bonasa:  +34 976 613 200-5230 I luis.bonasa@cargobull.com
Anna Stuhlmeier:  +49 2558 81-1340          I anna.stuhlmeier@cargobull.com