Complete Automated Tarp Systems for Refuse Trucks

What this page covers

Complete tarp systems are sold as kits — everything you need to add automated load coverage to a refuse truck or roll-off truck, or replace a worn-out existing system. The kit includes the tarp fabric, mechanical arms (or mesh-arm assembly), pivot hardware, drive motor or pneumatic actuator, and all mounting hardware.

PRT stocks systems for the most common truck types: refuse body trucks (Heil, McNeilus, Curotto Can), roll-off trucks (Galbreath, Stellar), and dump trucks. Most kits ship in 1-2 weeks; standard sizes are quicker.

How to choose

Match the system to the truck by bed type, bed dimensions, and power source (electric, pneumatic, manual). PRT customer service can recommend the right system based on your truck model.

For new installations on trucks without existing tarp systems, plan for 1-2 days of qualified shop time. Drop-in replacements on existing tarp installations are usually 4-8 hours.

Complete tarp system options

• Electric automated tarp systems12V motor-driven, most common for refuse trucks.
• Pneumatic tarp systemsAir-driven, for trucks with existing air systems.
• Mesh-arm tarp systemsSpring-loaded mesh-arm style, common on aggregate and waste haulers.
• Refuse body truck kitsFor Heil, McNeilus, Curotto Can refuse bodies.
• Roll-off truck kitsFor Galbreath, Stellar roll-off trucks.
• Custom-size kitsFor non-standard bed dimensions.