Fixed mesh cages
A cage assembly with mounting and rear access matched to the existing deck and intended use.
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Trailer cages built around what you load and how you unload it.
Add mesh sides to a suitable trailer or replace an awkward existing cage. We fabricate cage assemblies around the deck, access gates and the material you carry, with weight and attachment requirements assessed before the design is agreed.
Concept illustration; details vary by project.
Made for your setup
Choose the access before adding height.
Garden waste, equipment and general bulky loads need different loading arrangements. More cage volume does not increase a trailer’s permitted weight. The cage’s own weight, the existing chassis and attachment method need to be considered with the complete trailer.
Removable cage assemblies
A detachable arrangement for trailers that also need to carry loads with the sides removed, with handling and storage discussed.
Split or opening rear gates
Rear access planned around loading tools, unloading bulky material and the trailer’s existing tailgate.
Replacement side panels
Individual panels or repairs to an existing cage, using photos and measurements to assess the frame and fixing details.
Indicative pricing
Indicative trailer cages pricing.
Researched planning estimates in NZD, excluding GST. Your dimensions, material, finish and fittings determine the final quote.
Custom trailer cages
A fabricated cage assembly for an existing suitable trailer; the trailer itself is not included.
$1,400from, + GST per cage
Estimated $1,400–$4,000 + GST per cage
- Dimensions matched to the deck
- Mesh and frame detail agreed
- Loading gate arrangement discussed
- Material and finish quoted for the job
Trailer supply, chassis repairs, roadworthiness work and certification are excluded unless separately agreed. Cage weight and attachments must suit the existing trailer.
Questions
Common questions about custom trailer cages and sides.
How does the cage affect my trailer’s payload?
The cage adds to the trailer’s unladen weight, so that weight must be allowed for within the trailer’s rated capacity. Send the trailer details and intended loads so Matt can plan the cage and attachments around the complete setup.
Can the cage be removable?
Yes. We make removable cage assemblies with the mounting and handling arrangement designed for your trailer. Include how it will be lifted, who will remove it and where it will be stored.
Can you add a cage to any trailer?
The existing deck, frame, attachment points and condition need assessment first. Send photos and rating details so Matt can identify what information or repairs are needed before quoting.
Is this suitable for carrying livestock?
For livestock, discuss a purpose-built stock crate. Matt can work through ventilation, access, handling and enclosure details around the animals and trailer; include these requirements in the enquiry.
How it works
Spec, quote, fabricate, hand over.
01
Spec
We confirm size, materials, the loadings or spec and how it will be used.
02
Quote
It is all priced before any steel is cut, so there are no surprises.
03
Fabricate
Built in the Patumahoe workshop to the agreed spec.
04
Handover
Collection, delivery and any installation are arranged as agreed in your quote.
Also built here
Other things the workshop makes.
Got a job in mind? Let’s talk it through.
Send trailer photos, internal deck dimensions, existing mounting details and the trailer’s ratings. Describe the load, how you load and unload, and whether the cage needs to be removable.