Below is a discussion that takes a closer look at how steel truck bodies and aluminum truck bodies can be compared. There’s also a discussion of the benefits of truck bodies made from each material. It’s not an easy decision for fleet managers and other truck body buyers.
Versalift carries several Steel Truck Body Manufacturers as options.
Versalift carries several Aluminum Truck Body Manufacturers as options.
Truck Bodies: Lightweighting
Truck body manufacturer BrandFX is the North American leader in advanced composite truck bodies. Lightweight, durable and long-lasting, fiberglass truck bodies can be remounted on chassis three or more times, extending the savings to your fleet.
Fiberglass Truck Body Advantages
Fiberglass truck bodies have a list of advantages that every fleet manager should consider when purchasing new vehicles:
Lower Emissions – Lightweight truck bodies burn less fuel.
Long Fleet Life – Our fiberglass truck bodies can last 30 years in fleet use.
Minimal Impact On Payload – Lighter bodies save payload for additional equipment.
Lower Maintenance Costs – Fewer trips to the repair shop for wear and tear issues.
lighter than steel – Composite bodies have improved payload capacity & fuel economy.
stronger than aluminum – Fiberglass is more resistant to damage than aluminum.
never corrode – Composite truck bodies are resistant to elements that cause corrosion.
lesser CDL requirements – Fleets have greater flexibility in the operation of their trucks.
improved stopping distance – Lighter truck bodies offer greater safety when braking.
Ready for the Future – offset the added weight of batteries and electrification equipment
no need for repainting or dent repair – Our color is embedded in the fiberglass material.
Steel truck bodies can be less expensive than composite truck bodies to install, in terms of the initial upfit and cost of the body. Though steel is strong, it corrodes faster than composite or aluminum truck bodies. As the heaviest of the three options, steel body work trucks generally have less payload capacity and burn more fuel than work trucks with composite truck bodies.
BrandFX advanced composite truck bodies are up to 50% lighter than similarly sized steel bodies. Despite being lighter weight, BrandFX advanced composite truck bodies are ideal for heavy-duty use. Truck body utility should be measured by durability over time. Our composite truck bodies reduce the total cost of ownership significantly because they last longer and cost less to operate and maintain in your fleet.Fiberglass Truck Bodies – Ease of Maintenance
BrandFX fiberglass truck bodies resist damage that typically occurs from climate and the heavy-duty industrial use like construction, HVAC and electric utility. In coastal climates where salt is present, and northern regions where winter roadways are treated with salt, fiberglass truck bodies do not corrode like steel bodies will despite preventative coating. Composite truck bodies will not dent, crack or break, making ease of maintenance and less downtime in the repair shop.
BrandFX specialists can be reached via our contact page form or by email at info@brandfxbody.com. Technicians are available during business hours by phone at (817) 431-1131 to answer any remaining questions about the advantages of advanced composite truck bodies.
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