06.08.2008

Gray & Adams do the donkey work for Saywers Transport



Gray & Adams' Newtownabbey depot recently undertook an unusual job for Sawyers Transport Ltd. The Co. Tyrone based company approached Gray & Adams to convert a standard fridge trailer into a vehicle to carry donkeys. The trailer was transformed to include a number of health and safety features to make the animals' journey more comfortable. As well as this, the double rear doors can be unhinged and dropped down to offer a platform for the donkeys to enter the trailer. A total of ten windows have been added to each sidewall and three side doors have been fitted to the near side.

James Murphy, Repairs Supervisor for Gray & Adams (Ireland) Ltd headed up the project. James said: "It was a challenge for us as it required a bit more research and planning than the standard repair or refurbishment, but we were excited to take on this job as it was a bit different from our usual day-to-day work. We are delighted with the finished product." Ivan Brownlees, Gray & Adams Ireland's Repairs Manager also commented: "We always welcome work that is a bit out of the ordinary as we have built up the experience and skills to do specialist work such as this conversion. We are currently working on a number of large fleet refurbishments and are looking forward to starting on other specialist projects that we have in the pipeline."

This trailer modification demonstrates the bespoke nature and the unique capabilities of the Gray & Adams specialist vehicle department, which operates as an extension to the busy repairs division. As well as all types of accident repair, Gray & Adams can refurbish or modify any type of trailer or vehicle body to the highest quality standard.

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