Basic knowledge CTU Code (Code of Practice)

Calculation: stability of the vehicle structure/load securing

A requirement for the calculation is that the load is blocked in the truck using interlocking. The difference (Δ) clarifies whether the forces are secure or not. The value should be positive. If the force is a negative value, additional load securing measures are required.

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Vehicle load capacity (NL)

Every vehicle has a defined upper limit for the weight of the load being transported.

Sliding friction coefficient (µ)

The sliding coefficient (or "friction coefficient) is a measurement (always between 0 and 1) for the friction force in relation to the contact pressure between two bodies as well as between the load and load surface.

Effective load weight (FG)

The effective load weight is the weight of the goods AND the packaging and load securing materials

Securing force of the loading area side

For most vehicle structures this is 40% of the vehicle load capacity - To help you remember:

Use the calculator on this page to work through the different scenarios. Focus on realistic values, e.g. the increase in the sliding friction value through the use of non-slip matting or the use of different load supports.