EAST IMPROVES STAIRWAY
To provide simpler, easier and safer access to and from the flatbed deck, East Manufacturing introduced the optional integrated stairway a few years ago. Now East has added a locking door enclosure that allows for additional lights and licence-plate mounting, while giving the rear end a more custom appearance.
When open, the deck lid locks securely in the upright position via double rods that slide into two specially designed receivers. The first of two handrails is located under the lid, providing a 45-degree vertical handhold that’s above deck height. The second handrail is built next to the steps, which are made of ‘pooch-punched’ aluminum for both drainage and skid resistance.
In the down position, the deck lid latches securely to prevent bouncing during transit. The deck lid is load-bearing, so the trailer loses zero deck area because of the stairs. Now East has added a new door that can be locked and fitted with ID lights that comply with federal DOT requirements, as well as a lighted licence-plate mounting area. The integrated stairway is all aluminum, so no extra weight is added to the trailer.
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