Owning a boatyard, marina, or a boat repair shop means having the right equipment on-hand to be able to safely move, position, and store the boats. In most boat yards and marines, yard trailers are used frequently, particularly during the spring and autumn months.
However, despite how often these essential pieces of equipment are used, they are often old and do not offer the features and benefits of the new designs and options in yard trailers. If this sounds like your boatyard or marina, here are some of the top reasons to consider upgrading your trailers today.
- Safety – older trailers are more likely to have damage to the frame, hydraulics, braking system, or other safety features to secure the boat. This can happen over time as these trailers can really take a beating in the yard. Replacing the old trailer with a new towable or self-propelled trailer for the yard can save a claim against your insurance if a boat is damaged during transport on your property.
- Maneuverability – moving from the towable to the self-propelled trailer in the yard adds to maneuverability. Not only is there an easier turning and backing capacity with the self-propelled options in trailers, but there is no need to have a truck or tractor available to move any size of sail or powerboat. This also means more space saving for boat storage as it is easier to precision place the boats using the self-propelled trailer.
- Increased visibility – new designs in trailers, particularly the self-propelled yard trailers, provide the operator with 360-degree visibility. The operator platform can even be equipped with a monitor, and a camera system allows the operator to watch the underside of the boat during loading.
As boat sizes get larger, it is also essential to upgrade the boatyard equipment to make sure you have the trailer to get the job done.
