Body accessories

Body accessories

Questions & Answers

Is the sideguard certified ?

The sideguard is approved to standard 73R05

Is the sideguard suitable for all types of vehicle?

Forankra has developed a range of pillar to fit all types of HGVs

Is the sideguard mandatory ?

Yes for all vehicles over 3T5

Are the toolboxes certified ?

The toolboxes are 73R05 approved

Can the toolboxes be made on measure ?

Yes, Forankra has developed a range of standard or made-to-measure toolboxes for all types of vehicle.

Can the toolboxes be customised?

Depending on the quantity ordered, the toolboxes can be customised with the company logo

Can the document box be locked?

The document box has an insert for a padlock

Do the water tanks comply with food hygiene regulations?

The plastic of the water tank is compliant and allows you to drink directly from the tank

Do the splashguard comply with the anti-water dispersion system?

Splashguard comply with regulations on anti-projection systems

Can the splashguard be customised?

Yes, it is possible to add company information (name, logo, address, etc.) for personalised printing.

Are the aluminium wings compatible with special vehicles?

Yes, there are around thirty references to meet demand. It is also possible to produce customised products.

Does the equipment comply with the various standards?

The equipment comply with ECR70, ECER10, ECR23, ECER104, ADR, TPESC, ECER65 regulations

Do the extinguishers comply with the NF standard?

All our extinguishers comply with the NF standard

Is the eco-tax declared on the extinguishers?

The eco-tax is paid to the ecosystem organisation

Are the fire extinguisher boxes approved for use side bumpers?

The extinguisher boxes are all approved to standard 73R05

Can the reflective tapes be customised?

Logo available for 6 rolls or more

Do the wheel chocks comply with ADR and DIN standards?

Wheel chocks comply with the DIN standard, ADR on request

Can roof vents be fitted to any type of vehicle?

Roof vents are suitable for all types of vehicle, including corrugated roofs.

Are electric roof vents dual-voltage?

No, only available in 12 or 24v

Can customised sideboards be ordered?

No, but it is possible to supply the sidebords to the required length.

Is the rancher range suitable for 3T5 and heavy trucks?

There is a range of aluminium stakes suitable for 3T5s as well as a range for heavy goods vehicles.

Is it possible to order made on measure sideboards?

No, but there are complete kits for mounting a dropside platform on our partner site armaton.com

Are the light grids approved?

The light grid are certified to comply with regulations 6R01, 7R02, 23R00, 38R00.

Are the light grids suitable for all types of vehicle?

They are suitable for all types of vehicles and lights.

Is Forankra a door truck manufacturer?

No, we only make accessories for truck doors.

What is the difference between a buffer and a bumper ?

The bumper cushions the vehicle when it docks, while the buffer the impact of a door against the bodybuilder.

What material are the bumpers made of?

The bumpers are made of rubber

Are the bumpers compatible with existing customer service bumpers?

The bumpers have the most standard fixing centres to facilitate replacement on vehicles

What are closures and brackets used for?

Brackets and hinges are used to manufacture equipment such as toolbox. They can also be used to manufacture bespoke bodybuilder equipment and to lock certain bodybuilder applications.

Are wheel carrier suitable for all vehicles?

Yes, the spare wheel carrier are suitable for 3T5s and HGVs.

Are the body clamp and body mounting bracket suitable for all types of vehicle?

We offer a wide range to suit all types of configuration

Can the rails be easily recut?

Forankra can cut rails to length on request or to plan

Can the lashing rail be recycled?

Yes, it is possible to recycle the lashing rail

Are there rails for commercial vehicles?

The profile 500 range is suitable for light commercial vehicles because it is easy to recut and lightweight

Can the extensions be cut to size?

It is possible to recut the extensions or cut them to specific dimensions for a fleet of vehicles

How to choose your cement ?

There are different references depending on the material of the bonding surface

Are there different heights for stepladders and ladders?

Our range adapts to all vehicle heights. It is therefore possible to fit your vehicle with a stepladder or ladder (excluding 3T5 vans).

Specialized industrial vehicle equipment for enhanced safety.