SLIDING ROLLER MOUNTING BRACKET (19 mm)

Counter-piece / Mounting bracket for bodywork locking mechanisms – Stainless steel (18 mm)

The mounting bracket for latches (fastener / counter-piece), with a reference dimension of 18 mm and manufactured entirely from stainless steel (INOX), is an essential hardware component for industrial bodywork. This element is designed to provide a rigid and extremely secure anchor point for locking mechanisms (tailgate latches, tarp ratchets, trailer doors, or tipper bodies).

Thanks to its premium stainless steel construction, this bracket guarantees absolute corrosion resistance, representing the ideal solution for commercial vehicles constantly exposed to harsh weather conditions, humidity, road salt, and aggressive cleaning solutions.

Main technical specifications:

Advantages of using the INOX mounting bracket (18 mm):

• Supreme anti-corrosion protection: The use of stainless steel prevents rust formation, eliminating the risk of structural loosening over time and ensuring a practically unlimited service life for the part.

• Load safety: Provides superior mechanical resistance to tensile and pull-out forces, ensuring that side panels or tarps remain firmly locked while in transit.

• Durable aesthetic appearance: The stainless steel finish does not degrade and does not require periodic painting, maintaining a clean and professional look for your fleet.

• Reduction of maintenance costs: Once installed correctly, this part does not require periodic replacement due to wear caused by rust, reducing vehicle downtime.

Main areas of use:

• Automotive bodywork and superstructures: Securing latches for side and rear panels of trucks, trailers, and utility vehicles (3.5t - 40t).

• Agricultural transport and tipper bodies: Equipping agricultural trailers and dumpers where moisture and corrosive materials (fertilizers, waste) are constantly present.

• TIR maintenance and repairs: Replacing old galvanized steel brackets that have failed due to rust or mechanical shock.

Target audience:

• Manufacturers of automotive superstructures and commercial bodywork workshops.

• Freight fleet owners and logistics fleet managers.

• Service centers specializing in the repair of trailers and semi-trailers.

• Professional drivers and farmers who maintain their own transport equipment.

Practical installation recommendations:

1. Precise alignment: Before final fixing, ensure that the 19 mm bracket is perfectly aligned with the locking mechanism (ratchet or side panel arm) to avoid incorrect tensioning, which can lead to premature wear.

2. Compatible hardware: To prevent galvanic corrosion (which occurs when different metals come into contact), it is recommended that the stainless steel bracket be fixed exclusively using rivets or screws also made of stainless steel.

3. Cleaning the area: Ensure that the surface where the bracket is mounted is clean, degreased, and, if necessary, protected with automotive primer where new holes have been drilled into the chassis.

Conclusion

The INOX (18 mm) latch mounting bracket is the gold standard for reliability in commercial bodywork hardware. Choosing a stainless steel part permanently eliminates issues caused by corrosion, providing a robust, secure, and aesthetic anchor point, indispensable for cargo protection and the smooth operation of your vehicle.