Cramaro FLIP TARP User manual

CRAMARO TS S.r.l. / COLOGNA V.TA (VR) VIA QUARI DESTRA 71 TEL. [phone] / FAX [phone]
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CRAMARO TS S.r.l. - 37044 COLOGNA VENETA (VR) – ITALY - VIA QUARI DESTRA, 71/G
TEL.[phone] / FAX [phone] - E-mail: [e-mail] WEBSITE: http://www.cramaro.com
“ FLIP TARP “
MACHINERY DIRECTIVE 2006/42/EC
USER MANUAL
INSTALLATION-USE - MAINTENANCE - SAFETY
TRANSLATION OF ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
MFT002- EN – ED07

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Contents
PRESENTATION OF THE TARPAULIN ...................................................................................................................3
USING AND CONTROLLING THE MACHINE .........................................................................................................4
Operating temperatures........................................................................................................................................4
Wind action.............................................................................................................................................................4
Changes to the machine.......................................................................................................................................5
Areas where the machine cannot be used........................................................................................................5
Storage of the machine.........................................................................................................................................5
''Lifetime'' of the machine.....................................................................................................................................5
Demolition of the machine ...................................................................................................................................5
Hazard of falling from above or inside the container.......................................................................................6
Collision and crushing hazard for upper limbs when the tarpaulin is UNROLLED and ROLLED UP.....7
Hazard that may be caused by the wind............................................................................................................8
Ice hazard on the tarpaulin ......................................................................................................................................8
Hazard of unloading material when the tarpaulin is unrolled over the container..................................................8
Residual risk.............................................................................................................................................................9
WORKING UNDER SAFE CONDITIONS, SERVICES AND DOCUMENTS PROVIDED TO INSTALLERS...10
Training and support..............................................................................................................................................10
Installer manual......................................................................................................................................................10
WORKING UNDER SAFE CONDITIONS, SERVICES AND DOCUMENTS PROVIDED TO END USERS....10
Training, a session to gain familiarity with the machine.......................................................................................10
Delivery of manuals ...............................................................................................................................................10
Safety signs applied on the machine ....................................................................................................................10
PRESENTATION OF THE TARPAULIN .................................................................................................................11
ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE ......................................................................................................................................12
Preparing the container ......................................................................................................................................12
• POSITIONING AND FIXING THE SIDE ARMS.....................................................................................14
PRE-TENSIONING THE SIDE ARMS.....................................................................................................................14
• DRIVE UNIT INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................16
PRESENTATION OF THE TARPAULIN ................................................................................................................19
RADIO CONTROL (optional) ..........................................................................Errore. Il segnalibro non è definito.
TROUBLESHOOTING..............................................................................................................................................25
RULES APPLYING TO THE DELIVERY OF THE TARPAULIN TO THE USER (END user).............................26
HOW TO USE THE TARPAULIN (part devoted to the user)..................................................................................26
TROUBLESHOOTING..............................................................................................................................................27
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................................................................27
EXTRAORDINARY MAINTENANCE.......................................................................................................................28
MACHINE CONTROL REGISTER...........................................................................................................................29

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PRESENTATION OF THE TARPAULIN
This manually, electrically or hydraulically-operated tarpaulin, is mainly intended for farming vehicles, although it
can also be employed on road vehicles used to transport loose materials. It is also specifically designed to fulfil
both the need to cover the container and to provide quick access at the same time, for loading and unloading.
1. SIMPLE It is built with a housing that encloses the entire tarpaulin.
2. FUNCTIONAL It is extremely easy to use, just OPERATE the control handle or the remote
control and the tarpaulin covers or uncovers the vehicle's loading compartment.
3. LIGHTWEIGHT The SMALL size and ESSENTIAL DESIGN of the structure ensure REDUCED
WEIGHT.
4. VERSATILE Its extremely SIMPLE and COMPACT system is adaptable to any vehicle used
for transportation in the farming industry, or for the transportation of loose materials
5. ESSENTIAL Nothing can be taken off, ANYTHING NOT STRICTLY ESSENTIAL HAS
ALREADY BEEN ELIMINATED.
The manually, electrically or hydraulically-operated tarpaulin basically consists of:
1. A SHAPED HOUSING made with sheet metal measuring mm. 250 x 350 and MAX 2490 mm wide. It
contains the pipe to wind up the whole tarpaulin.
2. TWO ROTATING STEEL ARMS, which are length-adjustable based on the length of the container that
they are installed on
3. A TARPAULIN made with POLYURETHANE OR PVC
Although it has an essential design, the system ensures superior efficiency and unmatched reliability.
The simplicity of the system and the compact design of the TARPAULIN HOUSING make it easy to
install on almost any container currently on the market, without having to make any excessive
changes.
•PACKAGING WEIGHT AND SIZE
Shipped parcels no. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Size cm. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Weight Kg. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
•LIFTING AND HANDLING THE TARPAULIN
WARNING!
The tarpaulin cannot be lifted and moved by one person alone.
It must be handled with suitable lifting and transport means by making sure it is stable
when it is moved.

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CRAMARO TARPAULIN SYSTEMS s.r.l.
37044 COLOGNA VENETA ( VR ) - ITALY
37044 COLOGNA VENETA ( VR ) - ITALY
VIA QUARI DESTRA 71 G
Tel + 39 0442 411688 Fax [phone]
www.cramaro.com Mail [email protected]
MODELLO TIPO MODEL TYPE :
N° SERIE SERIAL N° :
ANNO YEAR OF BUILT :
RUMOROSITA' SOUND PRESSURE :
VIBRAZIONI VIBRATIONS :
FLIP TARP
ASSENTE NO
ASSENTE NO
If it is moved with a forklift truck. Make sure the gap between the forks is suitable
to ensure the load is stable and the vehicle must be driven by an operator authorised
to use it.
During the assembly stage, the tarpaulin must be supported by a suitable lifting device until it is
steadily anchored onto the container.
• CE MARKING
Each machine has a CE marking shown by the nameplate required by
Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
•MACHINE FUNCTIONS – INTENDED USE
The specific function of FLIP TARP
is to quickly cover and uncover a container for loading and unloading.
•NOT ALLOWED “IMPROPER” USE
Not allowed improper use refers to:
•any kind of use other than the one specified in the previous paragraph.
WARNING!
Do not use the machine to cause injury to your health and the health of other persons.
•SOUND EMISSIONS
The machine does not produce a sound pressure that can cause damage to human hearing.
•VIBRATION
Minimum, as for operation strictly associated with the action of the operator for the MANUAL version and the
slow rotation of the guiding arms for the ELECTRIC or HYDRAULIC version
USING AND CONTROLLING THE MACHINE
Operating temperatures
The machine is designed to operate in environments with temperatures ranging between –15° and +40°;
please contact the manufacturer to operate under other temperature conditions.
Wind action
The action of wind at ground level must be added to the speed of the vehicle the tarpaulin is mounted on, as it
exponentially amplifies its effects.
WARNING!
DO NOT OPERATE WITH WIND FORCE OVER 6 OF THE BEAUFORT SCALE (38.5 – 49.7
km/h) if there is no air speed indicator, this can be detected by:
- large branches moving, you start hearing the whistling of wind, it is difficult to use an
umbrella.

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Changes to the machine
WARNING!
DO NOT PERFORM MODIFICATIONS ON THE MACHINE.
In the event of work performed by unauthorised personnel, the warranty is voided and the
manufacturer is relieved from liability for damage to property and the environment and
injury to persons and animals.

The replacement of components called “spare parts” is not considered a modification.
Areas where the machine cannot be used
•Land where there might be unexploded war equipment.
•Closed or semi-closed environments where the dust of materials moved may be harmful to health.
•Environments where a fire hazard exists.
•Environments with vapours deriving from chemical processes.
•Areas adjacent to nuclear plants.
•Environments with the characteristics of an “Explosive atmosphere” (explosion hazard)
•With poor visibility.
•In environments with dangerous animals (not pets).
•Noise levels that reduce concentration and cause stress.
•In environments with a considerable amount of exhaust gases from other machines.
•In environments where there is an uprising or war.
Storage of the machine.
In the event of long periods of inactivity, the machine must be “stored” in a covered area not accessible to
people not authorised to use it.
-Protect any exposed metal parts with a suitable lubricant.
-Protect the machine with a tarpaulin made with breathable material.
''Lifetime'' of the machine
CRAMARO TS s.r.l. makes machines designed to “last over time”, but their “lifetime” is subject to the storage and
maintenance carried out by the owner.
Demolition of the machine
ENVIRONMENT!
To protect the environment, please follow the instructions below.
At the end of the machine's life cycle, dismantle it and separate the materials based on their nature. Materials
can be grouped by:
- construction steel; plastic material,
- lubricant oil; lubricant grease; rubber and rubber by-products; paint; etc.
All the above components must be sent to the Bodies specifically authorised to dispose of or recycle them
(metal materials can be disposed of as waste).

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•MACHINE HAZARDS AND RESULTING RISKS
Hazard of falling from above or inside the container
HAZARD DESCRIPTION
Fig. 1
MEASURES ADOPTED TO TRY AND REDUCE THE HAZARD
-Information and recommendations for the user during the meeting designed to gain familiarity with the
machine, to be provided by the installer at the time of delivery.
-Supply of this manual, which reports the presence of the hazard and reports prohibitions and instructions.
WARNING!
Regardless of the work you are conducting (a stop, extension or unrolling) NO ONE MUST
STAND ON THE TARPAULIN.
The manufacturer declines any responsibility!
INSTRUCTION!
Please contact the manufacturer to solve the problem.

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CRAMARO TARPAULIN SYSTEMS s.r.l.
PRINCIPALI NORME E DIVIETI
E' ASSOLUTAMENTE VIETATO SOSTARE IN
PROSSIMITA' DEI BRACCI LATERALI DELLA
COPERTURA DURANTE IL SUO FUNZIONAMENTO
PERICOLO
LA DITTA CRAMARO T.S. DECLINA OGNI RESPONSABILITA'
Collision and crushing hazard for upper limbs when the tarpaulin is UNROLLED
and ROLLED UP
HAZARD DESCRIPTION
When the tarpaulin is unrolled, the SIDE ARMS move to the side of the container by
rotating around the pin located underneath the lower edge of the container itself.
As they move, the arms slightly touch the sides of the container and if anyone
accidentally puts their hand between the arms and the side of the container it would
certainly cause an injury.
MEASURES ADOPTED TO TRY AND REDUCE THE HAZARD
-Information and recommendations for the user during the meeting designed to gain
familiarity with the machine, to be provided by the installer at the time of delivery.
-Supply of this manual, which reports the presence of the hazard and reports prohibitions and instructions.
WARNING!
Do not stand underneath the tarpaulin when it is being unrolled.
The manufacturer declines any responsibility!
-There is the obligation of reading and acquiring the content of the manual before using the machine for the
first time (sign shown on the machine).

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Hazard that may be caused by the wind
THE HAZARD IS DESCRIBED BY THE TITLE
MEASURES ADOPTED TO TRY AND REDUCE THE HAZARD
-Information and recommendations for the user during the meeting designed to gain familiarity with the
machine, to be provided by the installer at the time of delivery.
-Supply of this manual, which reports the presence of the hazard and reports prohibitions and instructions.
WARNING!
DO NOT OPERATE WITH WIND FORCE OVER 6 OF THE BEAUFORT SCALE (38.5 – 49.7
km/h) if there is no air speed indicator, this can be detected by:
- large branches moving, you start hearing the whistling of wind, it is difficult to use an
umbrella.
The manufacturer declines all responsibility!
-There is the obligation of reading and acquiring the content of the manual before using the machine for the
first time (sign shown on the machine).
Ice hazard on the tarpaulin
THE HAZARD IS DESCRIBED BY THE TITLE
MEASURES ADOPTED TO TRY AND REDUCE THE HAZARD
-Information and recommendations for the user during the meeting designed to gain familiarity with the
machine, to be provided by the installer at the time of delivery.
-Supply of this manual, which reports the presence of the hazard and reports prohibitions and instructions.
WARNING!
Do not use the cover if there is a thick layer of ice on the tarpaulin.
Pieces of ice might be projected in unexpected directions and cause injury to persons or
damage to property.
The manufacturer declines any responsibility!
Hazard of unloading material when the tarpaulin is unrolled over the container
HAZARD DESCRIPTION
Stress and distraction cause everyone to make mistakes.
Lifting the container and unloading the material WHEN THE TARPAULIN IS UNROLLED OVER THE
CONTAINER WILL DEFINITELY DAMAGE THE TARPAULIN ITSELF and the parts that might come off it
might be projected in unexpected directions and cause injury to persons or damage to property.
MEASURES ADOPTED TO TRY AND REDUCE THE HAZARD
-Information and recommendations for the user during the meeting designed to gain familiarity with the
machine, to be provided by the installer at the time of delivery.
-Supply of this manual, which reports the presence of the hazard and reports prohibitions and instructions.
WARNING!
Do not unload material by lifting the container if the tarpaulin is not rolled up at the front.
-There is the obligation of reading and acquiring the content of the manual before using the machine for the
first time (sign shown on the machine).

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Residual risk
As with any machine, and for this tarpaulin, it is impossible to eliminate at the design stage all the risks associated
with correct use and incorrect use. As a result, it is also impossible for the manufacturer to provide all the safety
systems.
However, the most important factor that guarantees safety is the correct use of the machine by the operators
working on the machine at different times.
Perfect knowledge of accident-prevention standards, methodical use of personal protective devices and a good amount of
common sense help keep the machine in good condition and prevent accidents or hazardous situations.
However, conditions referred to as “RESIDUAL RISK” may occur due to:
•Failure to comply with the instructions reported in this manual, which means the manufacturer is relieved from
any responsibility.
•Imponderable factors for which the manufacturer is relieved from any responsibility.
Some of the main imponderable risk factors:
•Natural disasters for which one cannot provide for suitable evacuation routes such as EARTHQUAKES,
FLOODS, WHIRLWINDS, HURRICANES, STRONG WIND, ETC.
•Sudden fires.
•Lightning.
•Toxic gas leaks.
•Radiation leaks from nuclear areas.
•Fall of bodies from outer space, such as satellites falling from orbit, meteorites, missiles, etc.
•Loose war material.
•Injury to persons, animals or damage to property or the environment caused by persons responsible for
stealing the machine.
•Injury to persons, animals or damage to property or the environment caused by tampering of the tarpaulin by
rivals in an uprising or war.

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WORKING UNDER SAFE CONDITIONS, SERVICES AND DOCUMENTS PROVIDED TO
INSTALLERS
Training and support
All retailers and installers of CRAMARO TS tarpaulins are provided with professional training and online support for any
doubts or problems related to assembly.
Installer manual
All machines are delivered with this manual.
WORKING UNDER SAFE CONDITIONS, SERVICES AND DOCUMENTS PROVIDED TO
END USERS
Training, a session to gain familiarity with the machine
When the vehicle on which the CRAMARO TS is mounted is delivered, the retailer/installer provides the owner (or
appointed operated) with a session to gain familiarity with the machine and explains user and routine maintenance
procedures.
At this time, also operating instructions and instructions to protect operators' health and the health of persons
operating with them are provided as well.
Delivery of manuals
All tarpaulins installed are delivered with this manual.
When the manual is provided, the user is informed of the presence of the control register inside the manual and
explanations on how it works and is used are given.
Safety signs applied on the machine
ATTENTION!
The presence of the signs does NOT exempt operators from attending training on how to use
the machine (provided by the employer). Operators must imperatively read the content of this
manual in its entirety.
WHEN YOU SEE THE FIRST SIGNS OF DETERIORATION, CONTACT CRAMARO TS OR
RETAILERS FOR ORIGINAL REPLACEMENT SIGNS.
WARNING!
The employer must not let employees use the machine if the signs are worn, unreadable
or have been removed.

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C
T
B
B
M
B
M B
PRESENTATION OF THE TARPAULIN
FOR CONTAINERS MEASURING LESS THAN 7M IN LENGTH
The tarpaulin is delivered ready for installation and is composed of a series of elements that need to be
attached to each other, to adapt it to the measurements of the container that it will be installed on.
C) Tarpaulin housing
M) Crank with adjustable operating rod
B) Adjustable side tarpaulin-guiding arms
T) Tarpaulin
STRAIGHT STD
ARMS Fig. 2
SHAPED ARMS
FOR HYDRAULIC DOORS

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ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE
Preparing the container
1. Level and/or repair any uneven areas and/or crushed or broken areas on the upper edges of the sides
(ATTENTION: SHARP IMPERFECTIONS MAY CUT THE TARPAULIN!)
2. Any sharp angle the tarpaulin might come in contact with by resting on it must be rounded (see detail A), as
it might block and/or damage the tarpaulin
Positioning and attaching the front tarpaulin housing
Position and secure the tarpaulin housing on the front portion of the container.
It is possible to position the front tarpaulin housing either on the overhanging portion of the cab-shield, or behind
the front wall of container
Fig. 3
After positioning the two side covers and the tube used to roll the tarpaulin in the desired position and carefully
make sure it is PARALLEL to the front profile of the container. It can be secured to the cab-shield with the M8
screws supplied in the assembly kit.
Fig. 4
the tarpaulin housing can be mounted at a later stage by attaching it to the two side covers of the housing itself
with special M8 convex screws supplied for this purpose.

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Fig. 5

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•POSITIONING AND FIXING THE SIDE ARMS
Fig. 6
The side arms are not
very difficult to position. Once you have measured
the distance between the tarpaulin housing
and the front portion of the container, just divide this
measurement
and position the plate acting
as a fulcrum for the tarpaulin operating arms halfway along
the measurement.
The option of adjusting the length
of the arms (only the lower
portion of the arms comes as standard) will make it fairly
easy to position the arms themselves.
IMPORTANT: The fulcrum must be positioned as low as possible and parallel to the container
PLEASE NOTE When the tarpaulin is not used, leave it in the unrolled position (covered container); less
stress is applied on the springs, which ensures greater durability.
PRE-TENSIONING THE SIDE ARMS
The side arms are usually pre-assembled as far as their lower portion is concerned and with the tensioning
springs inserted, connected and ready to operate when the assembly is completed.
However, in relation to the kind of assembly and geometrical features of the container (length, height, etc.), the
pre-tensioning of the springs carried out by the manufacturer is probably not enough to ensure the tarpaulin
works properly.
Therefore, before completing the assembly of the tarpaulin and therefore permanently attaching the upper
portion of the rotating arms in their operating operation, check whether the springs are well-tensioned to ensure
the arms move smoothly during their whole stroke.
To adjust the tension of the springs, take out the upper portion of the arms and use the special nut at the top of
the lower arms (the ones connected to the container). Turn it clockwise or anticlockwise to increase or reduce
the restoring force of the arms. An additional adjustment is provided by the chain located on the lower part. By
attaching it in the highest hole, the restoring force increases, while it decreases in the lowest hole.
After completing the assembly of the sheet, check again whether the springs are well-tensioned to ensure the
arms move smoothly during their whole stroke. If not, adjust the control chain again as described above.

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ARMS WITH SPRINGS IN STAND-BY
Fig. 7
Spring
tensioning threaded bar
Spring tensioning
holes
Spring tensioning chain

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•DRIVE UNIT INSTALLATION
The front drive unit of the tarpaulin can be manual, electric or hydraulic.
In any case application is quite simple and intuitive.
The only exception being the application of the control unit in the electrically-operated version.
MANUAL OPERATION Fig. 8
The connecting rod between the upper REDUCER and the lower corner STOPPER, which is connected to
the roll operating handle, consists of two pipes sliding into each other to adapt the length of the rod itself in order
to adapt to all the heights of the containers the tarpaulin might be installed on.
The two folding JOINTS at the ends of the
rod can also be used to vary the position of the
lower handle considerably, so that it is not
positioned out
of the maximum overall dimensions of the
container itself
as clearly indicated in the figure to the side
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ELECTRICAL OPERATION
As for the ELECTRICAL system used to operate the FLIP TARP
tarpaulin, the motor's installation method is fairly similar to the method used for MANUAL operation,
as the electric motor and its mechanism are also applied on the small shaft protruding
from the side of the tarpaulin housing.
In this case, a connecting BUSHING will
be placed between the GEARED MOTOR and the housing
Fig. 10

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HYDRAULIC OPERATION
The operation of the hydraulic system is similar to the electric one. The
reducer with the hydraulic motor is applied on the small shaft protruding from
the tarpaulin housing. The kit is supplied with a pressure valve and two
hydraulic pipes that connect this valve to the motor. The valve must be
connected near the motor.
PAY ATTENTION TO THE CALIBRATION OF THE VALVE.
ADJUSTMENT STEP:
- Before sending the oil to the motor, make sure the pressure valve is set to
minimum. To do this, use the designated spanner to turn the screw anticlockwise (see figure).
Perform this step on both directions of flow.
MOTOR
SUPPLY
- With the arms positioned as shown in figure 12, increase the pressure of the delivery circuit through the valve.
Turn the screw clockwise until the motor has enough force to bring the arms in the open position and discharge
the valve (Fig.13). Also position the screw of the return circuit in the same position as the delivery one.
Fig.12
Fig.13

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PRESENTATION OF THE TARPAULIN
FOR CONTAINERS MORE THAN 7 M IN LENGTH
This configuration involves some components that differ from those in the previous configuration. The side arms
consist of 80x50 tubular elements inside which move springs of various sizes.
The adjusting system for the latter is based on the same operating principle: they are tensioned using the
designated spanner and adjusting rod (refer to the diagram). Remove the protective cover to access the
adjusting rod.
PROTECTIVE
COVER
TENSIONING NUT
ADJUSTING ROD
This operation must be done with the arms fixed to the rotation fulcrum plate and connected to the tarpaulin with
the designated transversal pipe.
During the operation, make sure that the tension of the springs is practically the same to the left and to the right,
ensuring that the side arms can turn in a uniform manner and that the tarpaulin can be rolled up correctly.
TRANSVERSAL PIPE
JOINING THE ARMS
After making the adjustment, put the protective cover correctly in place again.

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The chain at the base of the arm (available also in the other version) can also be used to adjust the springs.
Attach it to the highest hole to increase pressure or to the lower one to decrease pressure (refer to the diagram).
CHAIN FOR
TENSIONING
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The arms are joined using the ARM JOINT and the designated fixing screws. (refer to the diagram)
JOINT
There are two holes in the UPPER ARM for inserting the transversal pipe that holds the tarpaulin. The lower
hole should normally be used; the other one is to be used when moving the rotation fulcrum or when moving the
pipe into a position other than the predefined one. If using the upper hole, remove the sealing caps and put
them on the lower hole.
HOLE TO BE USED
FOR THE TRANSVERSAL PIPE