TruckPol Glossary
Glossary of Terms
After Theft Recovery System A concealed tracking system or device which helps to locate a stolen vehicle or trailer.Air Brake Immobilisation A device fitted into the vehicle's air system, which prevents the release of the brakes.Alarms Traditional deterrent devices either audible or silent which use an on board communication system to send a signal to the driver.Articulated VehicleCombination including tractor/tractive unit which draws a semi-trailer having part of its weight superimposed.Attach Resistant Measurement of a vehicle's resistance to theft.Cab Tilt Lock Lock which prevents cab tilt mechanism from being used and the engine interfered with. Draw Bar CombinationDrawing vehicle is coupled by a rigid towing device to the trailer.Electronic Tagging Sensors to various components which may be interrogated by hand-held readers, hence identifying the component and its origin.Fifth Wheel Coupling Device that allows tractor unit to be connected to a semi-trailer, using a 'pin' on the trailer and a plate on the drawing unit.Fuel ValveDevice inserted into the fuel system to prevent flow into the engine.GroupageA load that is mixed.HGVHeavy Goods Vehicle - designed to carry goods. The combined weight of vehicle and goods exceeds 7.5 tonnes.Jump UpCommonly known as theft from motor vehicle, where a vehicle is subject to a theft attack but remains in situ.Keyless Chip TechnologySilicon chip technology used in addition to or instead of a mechanical key.Key Replacement PolicyRestricted and secure supply of extra vehicle keys by manufacturer to owner or authorised agents only.KidnappingWhere the driver, or another, is taken against his will to facilitate the theft.Micro MarkingIdentification of parts by a method which is invisible to the naked eye.OEMOriginal Equipment Manufacturer.Operating CentresCompany's own depot.Passive AlarmingSecurity system control which requires no action/setting by driver.Pin LockA device to protect a semi-trailer from being stolen. It effectively clamps over the pin.PNCPolice National Computer - Central computer used by all UK police forces to record crimes, including stolen vehicles.RobberyWhere violence or threats of violence to the driver, or another, are made to facilitate the theft.Slam LockLock mechanism activated by closure and requiring a key to unlock.SlaughterLocation where a lorry load is disturbed or where a lorry is broken down.Tilt/Tilt SlashSide curtain to enclose a trailer. Slashed to rip open and gain access during theft.Tractor/Tractor UnitTruck designed to be coupled to a pull trailers.Warehouse TypeWhere a lorry has been used to facilitate the removal of goods from a shop, factory or warehouse.
