Tamdown Take First Thwaites 9-Tonne ROPS+ Dumper.
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Tamdown Group has become one of the first companies in the UK to take delivery of Thwaites new 9-tonne ROPS+ dumper. In a deal for ten of the machines with approved distributor Ernest Doe & Sons.
Following the successful launch last spring of the 6-tonne ROPS+, the new 9-tonne ROPS+ is now on the market.
ROPS+ offers protection to the operator with its wrap around steel frame; pull down roll bar and triple lock motion inhibiter, the machine will start, but not drive, until the operator is – Sat on the seat – The seat belt is fastened – The overhead bar is locked in place.
With light weight high tensile steel used for the skip, front chassis, mud wings and rear grills, there is no compromise on skip volume or machine integrity, which now weighs under 4.5-tonnes.
The new 9-tonne ROPS+ comes with: an inclinometer for safe operation and tipping, forward and reverse cameras for all round visibility, a white noise reverse alarm and a factory fitted on-board telemetry system.
This landmark deal combines Tamdown’s commitment to operator safety, Thwaites’ advanced safety technology, and the trusted sales, service and support from Ernest Doe, who have established a 30-year trading partnership with Tamdown.
Safety First
For Tamdown, investing in the safest equipment on the market is an integral part of the company’s health and safety commitment.
Mark Cain, Plant & Procurement Director at Tamdown Group, explained that the business places behavioural safety at the heart of its operations, investing heavily in training and continually reviewing how technology can further protect its workforce.
Having evaluated the new Thwaites ROPS+ machines, Tamdown believes the system sets a new standard for dumper safety and has already shared its experience with the wider construction industry through demonstrations to the National House Builders and a Plant Safety Forum.
Mark commented:
“Health and Safety is absolutely paramount within our business. Our priority is making sure our people get home safely at the end of every day. We believe the Thwaites ROPS+ system is the most robust safety solution currently available and, as we continue to renew our fleet, this will become our safety system of choice.”
Chris Bunn, Construction Group Sales Manager at Ernest Doe, said:
“It’s great to see Tamdown become the first company in the UK to take delivery of these new Thwaites 9-tonne ROPS+ dumpers. Their commitment to operator safety makes these machines a natural fit for the business, and we’re proud to continue supporting them as their trusted Thwaites dealer.”
Paul Rodwell, Distributor Manager at Thwaites, added:
“The introduction of Thwaites ROPS+ marks another significant step forward in dumper safety. We’re delighted that Tamdown has become the first customer in the UK to adopt the new 9-tonne model, and we’re grateful to Ernest Doe for their continued support in helping customers embrace the latest advances in operator safety.”
As Tamdown continues to renew its fleet, the business intends to replace more of its existing dumpers with ROPS+ machines, underlining its long-term commitment to protecting operators and continually investing in the highest standards of site safety.
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