HF Technology in the Production of Transport Tarpaulins
FIAB high-frequency welding machines are a professional solution for manufacturers of tarpaulins for heavy-duty vehicles. HF technology ensures durable, sealed welds with strength exceeding the base material – crucial for transport safety and cargo protection.
Applications in the Transport Industry
- TIR trailer tarpaulins – curtains, curtain-siders, standard and MEGA/JUMBO canopies (13.6m)
- Curtain tarpaulins – sliding systems with customs closures
- Side tarpaulins – with reinforced edges and fastening tunnels
- Sliding roofs – folding structures for top loading
- Anti-burglary tarpaulins – reinforced with steel mesh
- Tarpaulins for vans and delivery vehicles – covers for 3.5-7.5t vehicles
- Agricultural trailer tarpaulins – tippers, platforms, containers
- Tarpaulins with advertising prints – full color branding for fleets
FIAB Models for Tarpaulin Manufacturers
FIAB 500, 860, 960 – machines with 5-8 kW power and electrode up to 700-800 mm for producing tarpaulins for vans, trailers, and smaller semi-trailers.
FIAB 1400 (13-26 kW) – industrial series with electrode up to 1500 mm and welding area 750 cm². Construction enables welding of tarpaulins 13.6m long without interrupting the material. Available in stationary and mobile versions.
FIAB 1900W and 2060W – maximum weld width for producing wide MEGA tarpaulins (3m height).
FIAB HPS-MINI – mobile 8 kW welding machine on wheels with 180° rotating head, ideal for repairs and on-site production.
Advantages of HF Technology
- Mechanical strength – welds stronger than the material
- Waterproofness – hermetic connections securing cargo
- Speed – welding cycles in seconds
- Precision – industrial repeatability compliant with EN 12641 and EN 13642 standards
- Aesthetics – smooth welds for advertising prints
- Durability – tensile resistance up to 3500 N/5cm
Materials for Transport Tarpaulins
- Coated PVC (650-900 g/m²) – polyester fabrics coated with PVC
- Certified materials – compliant with EN and CMR standards
- Flame-retardant fabrics – for transport of hazardous materials
- Blockout – opaque for light-sensitive goods
Tarpaulin Elements Welded with HF
- Main welds – connections of side and roof panels
- Fastening tunnels – pockets for tension ropes and piping
- Corner reinforcements – attachment points to trailer structure
- Anti-theft strips – insertion of steel cables
- Transparent windows – mounting of clear PVC inserts
- Customs closure pockets – application of security systems
- Prints and logos – welding additional layers with graphics
TIR Tarpaulin Production Process
- Cutting panels according to trailer dimensions (13.6m x 2.7-3m)
- Large-format advertising printing on panels
- Welding panels into complete tarpaulin
- Application of tunnels, reinforcements, and eyelets
- Mounting fastening and closure systems
- Strength and tightness control
- Packaging and delivery
Standards and Certifications
- EN 12641-2 (XL) – strength of curtain tarpaulins
- EN 13642 – XL code for high-strength trailers
- CMR – Convention on international road transport
- TIR – approval for international transport
Production Efficiency
HF welding machines enable:
- Production of 5-15 complete TIR tarpaulins daily (depending on configuration)
- Reduction of welding time by 70% vs traditional methods
- Minimal material waste (below 3%)
- Tarpaulin longevity 5-8 years of operation
Tarpaulin Service and Repair
FIAB HPS-MINI welding machines are ideal for service workshops offering:
- Repair of mechanical damage (tears, cuts)
- Replacement of side and roof sections
- Regeneration of customs closures
- Replacement of eyelets and fastening tunnels
- Welding repair patches
Production Infrastructure
- 3x400V power supply (25-63A)
- Production hall min. 20m length
- Welding tables or rail tracks for mobile versions
- Compressed air 6-7 bar (for pneumatic models)
FIAB welding machines are a proven solution for transport tarpaulin manufacturers, combining efficiency, weld quality compliant with international standards, and reliability in daily industrial operation.
