Building a trailer in Australia can be satisfying. It could be an adventure if you have the technical skills. However, ensuring the trailer meets Australia’s safety and compliance standards is vital.
The structural integrity of the trailer is a must. Everything matters, like the lighting or braking system. When your trailer conforms to national regulations, it keeps you and everyone else on the road safe.
ACS Designs and Manufacturing offers professional trailer maintenance services. We also design and build safety-compliant trailers. Here, we are sharing our expertise with you.
Compliance of a Trailer in Australia: A Quick Guide
In Australia, trailers should follow specific regulations by the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications. We should follow the Vehicle Standards Bulletin (VSB1). The standards pertain to every inch of a trailer, whether its dimensions, weight capacity, braking systems, or lighting. Failure to meet any of these requirements for a DIY trailer will lead to fines, problems in registration, or even safety risks on the road.
Trailer registration may differ between Australian states, but VSB1 conformity is the same everywhere.
DIY Trailer Compliance and Safety Regulations
For anyone self-building a trailer in Australia, the following are significant safety and compliance requirements:
Weight and Load Capacity
Calculating and checking your trailer’s Gross Trailer Mass (GTM) and Aggregate Trailer Mass (ATM) are also necessary, as these weights must adhere to VSB1 specs. These weights are critical to safe towing. Overloading may have crucial consequences on handling, braking distance, and even damage to the trailer and the towing vehicle.
Braking Systems
On the other hand, trailers in Australia with an ATM above 750 kg must come with brakes. For over 2,000 kilograms, you must fit break-away brakes. Installing a braking system that complies is more complex. It may be too technical for DIY builders who lack practical experience.
Need Help? ACS Designs and Manufacturing can install a braking system for all trailers. Hence, you have peace of mind, and your trailer is street-legal. However, we still recommend you let us build the trailer for safety.
Lighting and Reflectors
Proper lighting is part of road safety and includes indicators, brake lights, and reflectors. Lack or improper lighting often leads to penalties. ACS Designs can supply and install a fully compliant lighting system to make this process painless for the DIY builder. You can get technical assistance from our skilled experts. Call us to know more.
Axles, Suspension, and Chassis Strength
However, its structural integrity will be at its best, with a strong chassis, reliable axles, and suspension engineered for the trailer’s proposed use. Poor-quality materials may lead to severe problems, mainly when dealing with heavy loads. Our custom design service for trailers means we will build your trailer to meet your needs. We will also use good quality materials like Australian steel, making you safe on the road.
Contact us for professional guidance in trailer compliance. ACS Designs and Manufacturing is the trusted company that can build custom trailers in Perth.
Advantages of Consulting with ACS Designs and Manufacturing on Your Trailer
Trailer-making is a long and complicated process. At ACS Designs and Manufacturing, we provide our customers professional advice, maintenance services, and finished products. We can design and build trailers that comply with Australian safety standards.
In custom trailer design services, a team will create a blueprint for a trailer designed to meet specific needs aligned with VSB1 standards. In addition, our trailers employ durable materials and innovative engineering.
Professional Trailer Maintenance: Your trailer should be in good condition and conform to a high roadworthiness standard. Our all-inclusive maintenance package includes brake checks, suspension inspections, and more. We ensure your trailer remains compliant and in the best possible condition.
Parts and Installation Services: Do you need axles, lighting, or braking systems? We offer excellent parts under Australian standards. With our professional trailer installation services, every trailer component will be at its best. We also have spare tail lift and tilt tray parts on eBay.
Want to build a custom pig, dog, or fuel trailer? Team up with ACS Designs and Manufacturing for custom trailer designs, quality parts, and compliance experts for guidance.