Understanding Aerodynamic Drag in Tractor TrailersThe Science of Aerodynamic Drag in Tractor Trailer SystemsWhen driving on highways, aerodynamic drag eats up more than half of a tractor trailer's energy budget, which makes managing how air flows aro...
VIEW MOREHow Hydraulic Lift Systems Reduce Unloading Time in Dump Trailers The Mechanics of Hydraulic Lift Systems in Heavy-Duty Dump Trailers The hydraulic lifts rely on powerful pumps and cylinders to raise those heavy trailer beds just right. A recent rep...
VIEW MOREDesign and Structural Differences Between Articulated and Rigid Dump TrucksFrame Configuration: Articulated vs. Rigid DesignsArticulated dump trucks, or ADTs as they're commonly called, have a chassis split into two parts that are joined by a pivot p...
VIEW MOREInspect Trailer Tires for Visible Damage and Wear PatternsCheck for cracks, bulges, and cuts on trailer tiresWhen checking trailer tires, start by looking at all surfaces including those hard to see areas like the sidewalls and between the tread groo...
VIEW MORECore Structural and Design Differences Between Low-Bed and Standard Container TrailersDesign Differences Between Low-Bed and Standard Container Trailers Low bed container trailers come equipped with a gooseneck design that brings the deck much closer...
VIEW MOREDesign and Structural Differences Between Gooseneck and Straight-Frame Container TrailersHow Frame Geometry Affects Container Loading and StabilityGooseneck container trailers have this distinctive angular shape that lifts the front part of the trail...
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Cost Efficiency and Affordability of Mini TrucksLower Purchase Price Compared to Standard Commercial VehiclesThe cost difference between mini trucks and full size commercial trucks is pretty significant. Mini trucks typically cost around 60 something...
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Why Stainless Steel (304 and 316L) Is the Superior Material for Tanker Trucks Corrosion-Resistant Properties in Food and Chemical Transport Environments The reason stainless steel tanker trucks don't corrode is because they form a protective oxide la...
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The Evolution of Automation in Concrete Mixer Trucks From Manual Control to Intelligent Systems Back in the 1950s, concrete mixer trucks were all about manual work. Operators had to keep track of rotation times themselves and figure out just how mu...
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How Dump Trucks Enhance Construction Site EfficiencyEfficiency and Productivity Benefits of Dump Trucks in Modern ConstructionDump trucks take away the need for people to carry materials manually thanks to their hydraulic systems. Crews can actually ...
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The Engineering Advantage of 8x4 Truck ConfigurationUnderstanding the 8x4 Axle Setup and Mechanical BenefitsAn 8x4 setup comes with four driven wheels total two that steer and two at the back that provide power giving it much better weight distributi...
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Integrated Functionality: Combining Truck Mobility with Crane Lifting Power The Rise of Dual-Purpose Crane Trucks in Modern Construction Over 62% of contractors now prefer crane trucks for projects requiring simultaneous material transport and vertic...
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