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Advantages

What are the advantages of owning a Sliding Systems Curtainside?

Load and unload time is cut in half
No more waiting at the dock
No more tarping
Creates new backhaul opportunities
Easy to Open
Protects Like a Van
Loads Like a Flatbed
Exclusive Features

Descriptions

Our standard model Curtainsides (CS) and Sliding Bow SBS) systems can offer you a better solution for your freight hauling needs. Maintain all of the flexibility of loading and unloading with a flatbed without the tarping and the wasted time and driver injuries that go with it. The versatility of SSI makes it a perfect system for just-in-time delivery, multiple local deliveries, and long hauls...and especially in nasty weather.

Our systems have proved over the years to last long and provide low maintainence costs. We have curtainside trailers that have logged more than a million miles on them. There are customers that constantly run our systems several thousand miles a month! If you are looking for a system to depend on haul after haul and you want your money's worth, look no further. SSI can help you.

Our customers have reported that their employees are showing up early just so they can grab a Sliding Systems Curtainside before their co-workers do! Productivity is a key to success. Why equip your employees with something that is cumbersome? You need a Sliding Systems Curtainside.

Ever since we began artwork on our Curtainsides several years ago, this option has been very popular. Why not use your curtainside to be an advertising tool? Imagine a rolling billboard that goes with you where ever you go. It will prove to be a wise investment. Our artwork department will work closely with your company to create your logo, if you don't already have one.

We will work with you to custom-design a system to meet your needs. CAD drawings will be furnished for your approval before manufacturing begins.

Wouldn't it be great if in a matter of seconds you could expose your trailer to be loaded like a flatbed, and then close it up and haul it down the road like a van?

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Steel Curtainside

Wouldn't it be great if in a matter of seconds you could expose your trailer to be loaded like a flatbed, and then close it up and haul it down the road like a van?

YOU CAN!

The SSI Model CS Curtainside has several exclusive features which sets it apart from the competition:: The Quick Closure releases to allow the curtain to be opened from either end in seconds, then when its time to close it back up it simply snaps back in place and the curtain tension is permanently set!; The Rolling Post supports the roof and rolls in a channel next to the curtain rollers, so it is always attached to the trailer. Simply slide it out of your way for loading and unloading and slide back into place when finished.; The Versa Rail is a strong 6" extruded aluminum and provides the channel for both the curtain rollers and the unique Rolling Post; Amazingly durable curtains made from PVC coated Polyester; One-piece aluminum roof; Swing type rear doors with standard hinges and lock rods.; Steel framed FRP front wall
The superior design and quality workmanship of the SSI Curtainside ensure that your system will be durable and reliable for many years to come.: Custom engineered to retrofit virtually any trailer or platform; Can be built even to 53' at full height; Curtains available in a variety of colors; Custom artwork available (ask about our special artwork discount)

Aluminum Curtainside

ALL American... ALL Aluminum

Manufactured in our Haslett, Michigan plant
The First ALL ALUMINUM Curtainside in the World.

Exclusive VERSA RAIL Upper Rail
Durable 28 oz. Curtain Material with Continuous Weld, Curtain Webbing, Stainless Steel Buckles, Ball Bearing Upper Rollers
Steel Rolling Post Roof Supports Permanently Attached
Tight as a Drum Preset Curtains using SSI Quick Closures
Optional DOT Approved and Certified Front Bulkhead

Versa Rail

SSI uses the exclusive VERSA rail in all of our curtainside units. Lighter than the competitors standard rail, the VERSA Rail offers superior strength and less "sag" when all roof supports are out of the way for loading. This all aluminum one piece extrusion is proprietary to SSI units and has proven to offer superior service over years of on the road use.

SSI offers other rails for specialty applications (ie One sided Curtain Side units, retrofits of other brands.)

Curtains

SSI curtains are proudly constructed of Mehler fabric, in a 28 oz weight as standard. All of SSI's curtains are horizontally and vertically reinforced with webbing to give added strength. This heat sealable webbing is made of high tenacity polyester yarn with a PVC coating for abrasion resistance and welding ability. The webbing is 1 7/8" wide and .04" thick. It's breaking strength is rated at 2,900lbs @ 68 degrees F.

The end result is a strong and taut curtain that doesn't look wrinkled. We stock a variety of colors to select from, and can custom order "special" colors. Custom artwork as well as digital printing is available on curtains to portray your company message to all on the roads.

Rolling Post

Sliding Systems, Inc. developed and pioneered the production of the NON REMOVABLE Rolling Post. Designed as a roof support device, it is not recommended for load containment applications. It stays attached to the Post Roller which is mounted inside a track of our rail. Operation is very simple: un-pin, roll it away to any position, then roll it back and pin it again to lock it. The Rolling Post is always there,, not left at some customers dock.

Quick Closer

SSI developed the revolutionary Aluminum Quick Closer. It is mounted at all four corners of the unit and is an integral part of the wall construction. The Quick Closure assembly features a one-piece aluminum extrusion wall and wing, also called flippers.

Two Adjustment Blocks, located at top and bottom, are for custom tension adjustments. The J-Channel, attached to each end of the curtains are hooked on to the wings, and closed in a split second. No more winding and winding of curtains with cumbersome poles, the SSI Quick Closure is simple, basic, and efficient. Snap to open and snap to close using the latches. We keep it simple!

The Quick Closer wall is 1/4" thick and measures 2"D x 10"W. The Aluminum Quick Closer is designed for bolt-on applications and will help in reducing weight. Introduced early in 2002, it is proven durable with units on the road today.

Aluminum Curtainside Car Hauler

Why buy a curtainside car hauler?

Custom Design
Quick & Easy Access from 3 sides
Roaming Billboard
Automobile Secure Tie-Down
Quailty That's Built To Last

Sliding Systems can build the car hauler for your dream car. We will work with you in designing the right one for you. With the addition of artwork on the curtains, you will definitely get plenty of attention! Call us today so we can help you hit the road in style!