I toured the NRC factory in May 2004. At that time the only frame construction that I saw was welded steel. Same as Showhauler and United Specialities.
Haulmark uses a aluminum frame, vacuum bonded, similar to many of the motorhome manufacturers. Interesting sidenote I was told my a Haulmark dealer and saw one trailer that haulmark is now using FRP in their large stacker race trailers. The other construction style would not hold up to the stress in the tall stacker trailers.[/QUOTE]
So are you saying that Haulmark is making the statement that an FRP built unit is as strong as a steel unit (i.e. Showhauler, NRC)? One of the things that sold my on a conversion rather than a bus is the fact that the cabin is built of steel and aluminun skin. I am having a hard time understanding that someone can make the statement that FRP is as strong or stronger. Can someone please expound furthur that has had an opportunity to work with or tryout both styles of construction. Thanks, Photoguy
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