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Agricultural haulers are always looking for ways to streamline their daily operations, especially throughout the harvesting season. Disruptions or delays can cause ripple effects across an entire transportation chain and be costly to both growers and fleet companies.
Going from existing manual crank to electric systems for your agricultural truck or trailer will save you time and help lower the bottom line incrementally. To help save even more time and headaches, conversion kits are available for a seamless transition.
Conversion kits convert existing manual side roll tarp systems on grain trailers, potato trucks and trailers, transfer trailers, seed wagons, end dumps, forage trailers, and grain carts from manual to electric. With the ability to safely and quickly cover and uncover your load, you'll save valuable time while hauling.
This article will explore why you need to consider a conversion kit for your agricultural hauler and which ones might be right for you.
Why consider a conversion kit for your agriculture trailer
- Safety Considerations: These remote systems allow you to sit safely and protected in the cab while the electric kit does the physically demanding work. With the flip of a switch, you can cover and uncover the load. This eliminates the risk of shoulder injury that can occur with the repetitive task of opening and closing the tarp. It also allows anyone to be able to open or close the tarp, regardless of age or physical condition.
- Save Time: Agricultural haulers are already pressed on time when transporting and dumping loads. A power conversion kit will move the tarping and dumping process faster by cutting out time-consuming tasks.
- Improved Weather Protection: Powered tarp systems can be operated quickly and easily from the cab of the tractor or from a switch on the trailer. Loads can be covered in under 30 seconds with the simple press of a button. While the load is being probed for moisture at a grain elevator, the tarp can be opened just far enough for the probe, and then closed immediately afterward all from the comfort of the cab.
- Improve Your Bottom Line: Every fleet company wants to cut costs without disrupting operations. A power conversion kit will reduce loading and unloading times, reduce the risk of getting moisture in the load, and lower the hauler's labor-intensive responsibilities.
Popular agriculture conversion kits
Finding the right conversion kit for your agricultural truck or trailer involves conducting some research to understand your options and which solution will work best for your needs. Always look for a reputable manufacturer that provides quality components and a strong warranty. Check out some of Roll-Rite’s most popular agriculture conversion kits below.
Grain and hopper conversion kits
Reducing or eliminating manual processes will translate to time saved and improved efficiency for each operator. If you operate a side-to-side agricultural trailer, consider a GTX550 dual arm conversion kit which will provide an easy transition to an electrical system. Additionally, the Rite Trap Rapid Install Dual Door Power Kit will make controlling the hopper doors easier and safer for operators.
End dump conversion kits
An End Dump conversion kit is a great way to maximize a trailer's potential. When converting a manual side-to-side system, the Roll Rite Rite-Lock Power Arm Kit makes for a safer operator experience with its wireless control capability. If your End Dump Trailer is equipped with a cable system, a Cable System Power Conversion Kit will provide a quicker tarping solution, boosting efficiency between hauls. If you operate an End-Dump trailer, consider one of these kits which can easily be installed and offer effortless tarping.
Next steps for selecting your Ag conversion kit
Finding the right agricultural conversion kit for your truck or trailer is a great way to improve overall operations. Reducing loading and unloading time to load and unload will improve efficiencies. Effortless operation will allow for a wider selection of drivers with the elimination of demanding physical tasks.
Reputable tarp system manufacturers will be available to answer questions and guide you to the ideal solution for your needs. Look for conversion kits with detailed instructions and all the required components needed for installation. Roll-Rite’s kits contain everything you need to quickly convert your system to electric.
Consultations and on-site services for tarp and safety solutions are available through Roll-Rite's Safe Fleet Service Centers. You may contact our experts directly for quotes or more information.
