Rigids

How Rigids Help Save You Money

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Building up a reliable fleet is essential so that your operations run smoothly and to ensure you can deliver to your customers on time and keep business flowing. Rigid body vehicles provide an excellent alternative to semi-trailers, especially when you have to take urban environments or tight spaces into account.

Did you know that as well as being reliable, our rigid body vehicles and semi-trailers can save you money through their lifetime? Read on to find out how.

Trouble-free operation

With over 45 years of engineering experience, we have the expertise to know what works well when building rigids. Designed to meet the rigorous demands of your business, our rigid body vehicles are customisable in ways that can save you money. Whether it’s aerodynamic features or a bespoke design to accommodate a non-standard load, our technical team can help you design a rigid body that will meet your requirements.

Regular maintenance checks are vital to the overall ‘health’ of your fleet. Advance Body Repairs carry out services, repairs, replacements and refurbishments if you need them – but with a Lawrence David body, you probably won’t.

Curtainsiders Built for Strength

Strength and reliability are at the forefront of what we do. Our curtainsider rigid body superstructures are EN 12642-XL rated and, coupled with our ArmourSheet ‘Plus’ curtains, surpass European load containment standards.

We understand how important it is to help you meet customer expectations and we will work with you to design a body that delivers.

Bonded Bodies for Greater Payload

On 3.5 -7t chassis, we call them Bonded Vans. From 7 – 32t we call them Box Van Rigid Bodies. Everything up to 18t is bonded as standard – it provides greater strength and reduces the overall weight when compared to mechanical fixings. This translates to a larger payload.

Features such as thin wall panelling increase the internal load space and allow you carry more to your customers. In the event of damage, all the components can be unbolted, swapped and then bolted back together.

Fuel-Efficient Rigids

Aerodynamic options could help improve attached airflow and reduce fuel consumption; all bolted construction saves weight throughout the build process, allowing you to carry more product per journey and it also reduces vehicle downtime when they needs to undergo maintenance.

All these considerations combine to make industry-leading, fuel-efficient rigids that deliver time and time again for businesses nationwide.

Enquire today about our rigids and trailers and find out how we can help your business.

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WARRANTY & RETURNS

Returns Policy
  • In the event that you would like to return any parts to us, you must notify us within 14 calendar days of your purchase. Failure to do this will result in your returns claim being rejected.
  • In the unlikely situation that you have been sent faulty or incorrect parts, again you must notify us within 14 calendar days of your purchase so that we can arrange collection of your parts at our cost. We will then organise a refund or replacement parts dependant on your preference.
  • Non-account refunds will be issued back to the original method of payment and will be processed no later than 14 calendar days after receiving your return.
  • If you have ordered incorrect parts or you would like to return any parts for any other reason than stated above, it will be your responsibility to organise the return of these parts at your own cost. Contact us if you wold like a quote for a collection.
  • All returned parts MUST be in good, re-saleable condition.
  • Responsibility of all parts will remain with you until all parts are received and signed for by a Lawrence David member of staff.
How do I return my parts?
  1. Please call us beforehand to notify us of any parts that you would like to return.
  2. Ensure that any returned items are sent via recorded delivery to obtain a proof of delivery should it be required.
  3. Ensure that the parcel(s) containing your returned parts are clearly marked with your company name and your order reference to ensure a speedy turnaround. A copy of the original delivery note with the goods would be ideal.
  4. Returns delivery address – Lawrence David, Multi Parts Division, Woodston Point, Shrewsbury Avenue, Peterborough, PE2 7LB
Warranty returns
  • Lawrence David offer a standard 1 year warranty on genuine LD parts. We do not offer direct warranties for any other parts offered on this site. However, most genuine parts offered do come with manufacturer warranties and we are happy to help liaise with the manufacturer of the part should you need to make a warranty claim.
  • Please note that Lawrence David will not cover any labour costs incurred under warranty. However, if the manufacturer is happy to accept liability under their warranty policy and is happy to reimburse any monies, we will duly pass this on.
  • Should you wish to discuss a warranty return then please do not hesitate to call us.