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At Snopro, Inc. we
believe that it is the right of any potential buyer to
make an informed decision regarding trailer products.
The topics covered on the page below are meant to serve
as basic guidelines, or key points to look for when
shopping for your new trailer. This list is
ever-expanding, so stay tuned for further updates.
After all, good trailers ain’t cheap and cheap trailers
ain’t good!
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EXTRUSIONS |
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Snopro:
Through years of rigorous product
testing and research, Snopro, Inc. has
developed custom aluminum extrusions
that add enormous strength in key stress
areas, without adding unnecessary
weight. |
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“X”: Other manufacturers resort to
using “stock” extrusion dies to avoid
adding cost to the trailers. The result
is a weaker frame design in areas where
the trailer is most vulnerable to
stress. |
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TIRES |
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Snopro:
Enclosed Snopro and Cargopro trailers
feature “D” rated tires. This ensures
maximum strength, performance and
payload capacity while towing.
Capacities can differ by up to 400
pounds (per tire) versus inferior
C-rated tires. In addition, our products
feature only radial-ply tires,
pre-balanced for longer tire life.
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Brand
“X”: Many competitive brands utilize
tires with a “C” load-range rating.
Although these tires may provide minimal
cost benefits, the load-rating
drastically effects trailer payloads and
causes premature tire failure.
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PLYWOOD |
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Snopro:
Snopro’s open trailer units come
standard with 5/8” plywood decking,
pre-treated to protect against moisture
and UV damage. This process extends the
lifetime of the decking and reduces
maintenance costs. |
Brand
“X”: Similar trailers from other
manufacturers are built with 1/2”
untreated plywood decking. When exposed
to moisture or sunlight, this material
warps and cracks easily, requiring
maintenance very early in the trailer’s
lifetime. |
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ELECTRICAL |
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Snopro:
Snopro uses the highest quality
materials and components to construct
their electrical systems. From molded
trailer plugs to continuous, color-coded
wire harnesses, each trailer complies
with NATM standards. |
Brand
“X”: In order to cut cost from the
trailer’s electrical system, many
manufacturers construct their own plugs
and wire harnesses. Cheap components and
multiple wire splices translate to early
electrical malfunctions. |
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COUPLERS |
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Snopro:
Snopro has worked closely with many
manufacturers to design and develop
trailer parts tailored to our exact
specifications. Couplers come
pre-drilled, ensuring precise mounting
alignment with our trailer designs. To
protect against corrosion, each of our
couplers come with a protective zinc
coating. |
Brand
“X”: Competitive brands modify
components to allow compatibility with
poor designs. Drilling excess holes
reduces the strength of the coupler, and
results in bolt locations not
recommended by the manufacturer.
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CRAFTSMANSHIP |
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Snopro:
At Snopro, Inc., our commitment to
quality echoes through the excellence of
our craftsmanship. Receiving hands-on
training and a comprehensive
certification course, our workers pride
themselves in delivering a quality that
is second to none. |
Brand
“X”: In addition to cosmetic flaws,
poor welding methods also translate to
weakened trailer framework. Defects in
the trailer’s frame often result in
early maintenance fees and potential
safety hazards. |
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WIRING |
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Snopro:
Sometimes it’s what you can’t see that
makes the difference. All enclosed
Snopro and Cargopro models wiring is run
through the framework, protected by a
plastic conduit, or inside a specially
designed wire tray. These methods
provide increased protection against
damage to the wire or its insulation.
Additionally, our wire harnesses fully
comply with NATM standard trailer color
codes. |
Brand
“X”: Manufacturers that do not
protect internal wiring run the risk of
drilling or chafing through the wires or
insulation. Electrical system failures
cause larger problems, especially when
they occur on the road. |
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