Custom Low Floor Platform Build for Heavy-Duty Fencing Transport

Our customer approached CPD with a requirement for a robust, compliant conversion built on a Nissan Interstar L3 platform cab. Designed to carry heavy-duty temporary site fencing, the vehicle needed to combine safe loading access, on-road and on-site visibility, and practical features for everyday use in busy environments.

This lightweight low floor build, complete with a drop ramp, also offers versatility for other sectors such as traffic management or plant hire, giving the customer flexibility to adapt the vehicle for a range of tasks.

The Objective

The customer required a conversion that supported fast, secure loading and unloading of fencing panels while meeting stringent site and road safety requirements. Given the nature of the environments the vehicle would operate in, visibility and hazard awareness were key considerations.

Vehicle Overview

Vehicle: Nissan, Interstar, single cab, L3 platform cab
Conversion Type: Low floor plant transport with safety enhancements 
Primary Use: Transporting heavy-duty temporary site fencing

CPD Solution

• Low Floor Platform Body – Designed to support the safe and easy loading of bulky fencing panels and site materials.
  
• Lightweight Drop Ramp - Fitted to the rear for smooth manual handling and improved accessibility.
  
• Support Bar Addition - Installed to keep fencing panels secure during transit.
  
• Single-Level Fall Arrest Straps - Wrapped around the body for improved safety and compliance when loading or transporting.
  
• CPD Conspicuity Tape & Red Door Lozenges - Fully ECE 104 approved visibility features fitted around the body to enhance safety in low-light conditions.
  
• Plain Chapter 8 Chevron Board - Added to the rear for enhanced road safety compliance without branding.
  
• CPD LED Beacon Mini Lightbar - Mounted to a custom bracket on the headboard, offering high visibility on-site and on the road, and fully R65 approved.
  

The Outcome

This completed build offers the customer a fully compliant, durable, and versatile transport solution. With its low floor body and drop ramp, it allows easy handling of heavy fencing while remaining adaptable to other job roles.

At CPD, we specialise in building practical commercial vehicle solutions that meet sector-specific needs. From custom platform bodies to tailored safety features, every conversion is built for performance, safety, and longevity.

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