Fuel is the largest expense for any transport company, so reducing fuel consumption can have a major impact on your profitability. If you can also increase payload on each trip, you get happier customers, more efficient operations and money saved – all at the same time.
Save fuel and cut emissions
A lighter vehicle means higher payload capacity and lower fuel consumption. You can save 5–10% fuel simply by reducing vehicle weight by 10%.
Even though steel is a strong material, it is three times heavier than aluminium. By switching to aluminium, you can reduce weight while still maintaining the required strength and durability.
With the adoption of electric vehicles, reduced weight will also contribute to improved battery range and fewer charging stops.
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Up to 50% of a truck’s fuel consumption is used to overcome aerodynamic drag. Smooth, clean surfaces on integrated cabinet systems, flatbeds and aluminium frames help create a more streamlined and aerodynamic truck – which in turn reduces fuel consumption.
Easier maintenance
Truck maintenance can be both costly and time-consuming. With natural anodised surfaces, aluminium is well protected against corrosion, reducing maintenance work and therefore also costs.
Switch to aluminium components
We have helped our customers reduce vehicle weight by supplying a wide range of aluminium structures and components for trucks and semi-trailers. This includes larger components such as frameworks, cabinet systems and aluminium storage solutions.
Other components you can switch to aluminium include:
Reduce weight with aluminium profile systems
Aluminium flatbeds: With a wide range of unique aluminium profiles organised into a complete system, you have extensive configuration options, allowing your flatbed to be tailored to your requirements. We supply aluminium flatbeds for all types of light and heavy vehicles for general cargo, as well as sand and gravel transport.
Slat systems: Our aluminium slat systems are flexible and easy to customise. Smooth, naturally anodised surfaces provide an attractive and durable finish that is easy to maintain. We use Armaton and Kinnegrip posts and are an official supplier for both manufacturers.
Cabinet systems: The Hytrans profile system enables the construction of cabinets in all sizes – from cabinets for light trucks to larger structures for high-volume requirements. The system provides high strength, low weight and reliable function.
Collision protection: We manufacture and supply components such as rear underrun protection, side underrun protection and end profiles for the rear, sides and front of the vehicle.
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