An open utility trailer is incredibly useful—until the weather turns, road spray kicks up, or valuable cargo needs to be left unattended for a while. While tarps and straps have long been the traditional solution, they can be cumbersome to secure, prone to flapping in the wind, and offer little protection against theft.
That’s where hard trailer covers come in. Designed to transform an open trailer into a secure, enclosed cargo hauler, these covers protect everything from construction materials and landscaping equipment to motorcycles, camping gear, and luggage. Among the manufacturers specializing in this category is Nordic Plast, a Scandinavian company that has spent decades refining durable plastic trailer covers built specifically for demanding conditions.
Built for Nordic weather
Nordic Plast manufactures its trailer covers in Finland and Sweden, designing them for the harsh weather conditions common across Northern Europe. Instead of traditional fiberglass, the covers are made from high-density polyethylene (HDPE), a material chosen for its combination of durability, impact resistance, and relatively light weight. The company also notes that all of its HDPE trailer covers are fully recyclable, helping reduce environmental impact at the end of their service life.
Rather than viewing a trailer cover as simply an accessory, Nordic Plast treats it as an upgrade that fundamentally changes how a trailer can be used. By protecting cargo from rain, snow, dirt, and road debris, the cover allows trailers to carry a much wider range of loads throughout the year.
Two product families for different needs
Instead of offering a one-size-fits-all product, Nordic Plast divides its lineup into two main families: the FLEX Series and the FIX Series.
The FLEX Series is designed for trailers that require something beyond standard dimensions. Using adjustable manufacturing moulds, Nordic Plast customizes the cover’s length and width to match specific trailer models. This approach allows the company to accommodate up to 80% of car trailer models across Europe, while continually expanding compatibility as new trailer designs enter the market. FLEX is aimed at owners who want a more tailored fit without compromising structural rigidity or durability.
For owners with more common trailer sizes, the FIX Series offers factory-produced standard dimensions that are ready to install. According to Nordic Plast, the FIX lineup fits up to 90% of car trailer models in Finland and Estonia, as well as many popular trailer models used elsewhere in Europe. Like the FLEX range, choosing the correct cover is based on the trailer’s dimensions to ensure a proper fit.
Both product families are available in Small, Medium, Large, and Extra Large sizes, allowing customers to select a cover appropriate for everything from compact utility trailers to much larger cargo trailers.
Finding the right cover
Choosing the correct trailer cover could seem complicated given the variety of trailer manufacturers and dimensions, but Nordic Plast has simplified the process.
Rather than asking customers to identify the correct model themselves, the company provides a measurement guide and instructional video. Customers simply measure their trailer, complete a measurement form, and send it to their nearest Nordic Plast reseller—or bring it into the store. The dealer then recommends the cover that best matches the trailer’s dimensions.
This dealer-assisted approach helps reduce the chances of ordering an incompatible cover while making the purchasing process much more straightforward.
Designed with everyday usability in mind
While weather protection is the primary purpose of a trailer cover, Nordic Plast has also focused on making loading and unloading more convenient.
One particularly useful feature is the ability to open both the front and rear panels independently. This makes it much easier to transport long items such as timber, pipes, ladders, or other oversized materials without removing the entire cover.
Security is another practical consideration. The covers are lockable, allowing users to leave equipment or supplies inside the trailer with greater peace of mind when parked. While no lock can guarantee complete theft prevention, having an enclosed, lockable cover offers significantly more protection than an open trailer secured only with straps or a tarp.
Making heavy covers easier to handle
Because hard trailer covers are considerably larger than fabric alternatives, ease of operation becomes especially important.
Nordic Plast addresses this with a self-locking safety latch that keeps the cover securely supported while open, allowing a single person to load or unload the trailer more safely.
The company also equips its covers with quick-release latches, making installation or complete removal of the cover much faster whenever an open trailer bed is needed for oversized loads.
Another thoughtful feature is the specially designed hinge mechanism, which provides an exceptionally wide opening angle. Combined with the self-locking support mechanism, the wide opening gives users easier access to the trailer’s contents while reducing the effort required during loading and unloading.
Streamlined for the road
Beyond simply enclosing the cargo area, Nordic Plast has also paid attention to the shape of the covers themselves.
Their streamlined profile is designed to reduce air resistance compared to more box-like enclosures. According to the company, this contributes to a more stable towing experience while helping keep cargo securely protected beneath the cover during transport.
Built on decades of experience
Nordic Plast isn’t new to trailer covers. The company says it has more than 30 years of experience in vacuum forming and extrusion welding across a range of plastic products, making it one of Europe’s largest single manufacturers of vacuum-formed trailer covers. Its products are used throughout the Nordic countries, the Baltics, and Central Europe.
That experience is reflected in the scale of its installed base. According to the company, more than 300,000 trailer covers are already on the road, and every trailer cover is backed by a two-year warranty.
Pricing & availability
Nordic Plast trailer covers are sold through an authorized reseller network across Europe. Rather than publishing universal pricing, the company recommends selecting the appropriate cover by measuring the trailer and working with a local dealer to determine the correct model. Buyers can choose between the standard-dimension FIX Series and the more adaptable FLEX Series, depending on their trailer’s requirements. A dealer locator is available on the Nordic Plast website to help customers find their nearest retailer.
Source: Nordic Plast
