Philippi-Hagenbuch to talk tailgates at AGG1 in Nashville

AGG1 attendees can learn more about Philippi-Hagenbuch’s (Booth 1618) Autogate tailgates at this month’s trade show.

According to Philippi-Hagenbuch, Autogate tailgates are designed to maximize haul truck utilization, effectively increasing haul capacities by up to 20 percent while providing added safety and extended tire life. Philippi-Hagenbuch’s tailgates include models suited for articulated and rigid-frame trucks, making them an ideal solution for quarries.

The increased capacity proves effective for any material – hard and rocky or liquid.

Philippi-Hagenbuch designed the Autogate tailgates as a solution to maximize a truck’s volumetric capacity while reducing spillage. The company constructs the Autogate series with a specific spec for each model and make of both articulated and rigid-frame trucks. This tailored approach not only eliminates spillage from the rear of the bed, but prevents side spillage – even when driving on inclines or making sharp turns, Philippi-Hagenbuch says.

By matching the design and fit with specific truck requirements, such as increased height clearance or enhanced capacity, the company says Autogate tailgates work with the overall truck design to boost capacity while balancing load distribution for easy maneuvering and enhanced safety.

In addition to increased capacities, the Autogate tailgates offer improved tire life and reduced maintenance by providing a more centered and evenly distributed load. This optimized load balance enhances safety while driving in adverse or uneven terrain, according to Philippi-Hagenbuch. Operating without a tailgate often results in the front-loading of trucks, the company adds, causing added weight and stress on the front tires and significantly accelerating wear.