Submitted by: Southeast District
Innovation Description and Benefit:
The Slide-N-Cinch system is a versatile tie-down solution designed to improve load security and flexibility when hauling equipment such as small sanders, tanks, or pipes on 10-wheelers. Traditional ratchet positions often fail to align properly for certain loads, creating safety and efficiency challenges. This innovation introduces a sliding ratchet mechanism that can be repositioned along the truck frame by simply pulling a stop pin, sliding the ratchet to the desired location, and locking it back in place. The adjustable design provides additional tie-down points wherever needed, ensuring secure loads and reducing setup time. By simplifying the tie-down process and enhancing adaptability, the Slide-N-Cinch system improves safety, saves time, and supports a wide range of hauling applications.
For More Information Contact
Southeast District - Maintenance
Dusty Chester at Dusty.Chester@modot.mo.gov or 417-270-0788.