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Analyze the VersaTrack System and Adjustable Tie-Downs

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Don introduces the proprietary VersaTrack system on the trailer bed. Unlike fixed tie-down points, the D-rings on the VersaTrack can be repositioned anywhere along the tracks, providing extreme flexibility for securing diverse loads. This allows users to customize their tie-down strategy based on the specific cargo. The host notes that while some other brands might have similar track designs, Floe's implementation is proprietary, offering robust and adaptable tie-down solutions.

Goal: Learn about flexible cargo securement systems for diverse hauling needs.

Tools and materials

  • D-rings N/A — Adjustable tie-down points on the VersaTrack system
  • UT Utility Trailer Floe Trailers — Demonstrating the VersaTrack system
  • Wrench — Loosening and tightening D-ring bolts

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going to use it for a year or 2 years and and hump it and dump it, then you know, then you're going to cut corners and you're going to be cheap on it. I want to look at the axle on this one, Don. >> Yeah. Yeah, you galvanized it. You passed the test. >> Yeah, that and this one's a demo that I don't know how long it's been in service. I could probably see, but the employees use this one and it it gets a lot of use and you you can see that axle still still looks really good. >> So, this is a used trailer, so >> was It's a It's a 2019. >> A 2019 trailer is 7 years old. >> It's getting northern Minnesota wear and tear by 200 people on a regular basis. >> So, this isn't just used by one person. You have 200 people that regularly check this out and use it with no concern about how they put it back. Because they don't own it. It's like a race car, right? >> Or a rental car. >> A rental car. They're just driving it like they you know, like it's their worst enemy. >> Another feature, Stan, if you look at the side the rest of the side kit, other than the the ramp, >> Right. >> You know, these are optional. You can get this 11-in sider or you can get a taller one. They're quite popular. You know, people want them to to corral stuff. But, they're easy to take off if you want to. And you can see this track receiver. If you loosen that 9/16 up, you can take this off or you can buy the trailer without that if you wanted to save a little money and invest in that down the road a little ways. >> Yep. >> So, it's a little bit more modular that way or sometimes somebody wants to load things side load with a forklift. And getting that off can If you can't get it off, it it prevents you from really using a forklift on the side. This one you can go and get a pallet of something that's >> So, you can So, boom. 1 2 3 4 5 6 bolts and the side is off over there. And then as I'm looking at the tie-downs in the center, aren't aren't you able to to position these wherever you want them? >> Yeah, so these D-rings go in the track >> Mhm. >> or wherever you want them. We have some customers that will buy I've seen people put a dozen extra ones and they'll come with four of these standard uh connectors or tie-downs. And then we also offer these D-rings. And you can buy as many or as few as you want. You better know what you're tying down and what kind of, you know, >> And if…

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