Tarp Systems For Trucks
There are several types of tarpaulin (tarp) systems for trucks
that make covering a truck's cargo easy. The most popular tarp
systems are front to back or side-to-side systems. All of these
systems secure cargo in the bed of the truck easily and safely.
Front-to-back tarp systems feature long metal arms that hold the
tarp in place. Some tarp systems have the tarp roll up into a
cylinder behind the cab when it is not covering the bed, while
other systems position the rolled-up tarp up over the truck's
cab. Front-to-back systems can be either manual or automatic.
Automatic tarp systems have a switch in the cab that the
operator flips to maneuver the tarp into place. The tarp is then
pulled over the bed and secured at the rear by the metal arms.
Manual systems are similar, but feature a crank that the
operator turns to move the arms and the tarp into place.
Automatic front to back systems cost at least $650 plus the cost
of the tarp. Manual systems are significantly less expensive,
starting around $150 plus the price of the tarp.
Side-to-side tarp systems are not as widely used as
front-to-back systems, but they are just as secure. Side-to-side
tarp systems operate on the same principles as the front-to-back
systems, with metal arms pulling and then securing the tarp in
place. Side-to-side systems also come in manual and automatic
models, just as with the front-to-back models. Interested
consumers should contact a local seller or an online vendor to
find out what a custom side-to-side tarp system will cost for
their truck.
Tarp systems make it much quicker and easier to secure loads in
the beds of trucks. Whether one uses an automatic or manual
system, tarp systems are a good investment.