Asphalt Trailers: A Better Alternative

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An asphalt trailer is a specific type of trailer designed for moving large quantities of material out without the need to raise an end dump bed. Asphalt trailers are used to haul loose materials like grains, potatoes, sand, dirt, and gravel (as well as asphalt). Asphalt trailers are available in a variety of sizes, containing singular or multiple compartments or an option for insulation.

Asphalt trailers can actually haul a huge variety of materials including stone, potatoes, dirt, grains, carrots and other produce, coarse and fine sand, lime, peat, asphalt (of course), compost, rip-rap, crushed glass, etc. People working in industries like agriculture and construction can benefit most from the versatility that the asphalt trailers and drop frame chassis mounts provide.

Asphalt trailers also give you an edge where safety is a concern. The asphalt trailer drastically reduces the likelihood of trailer roll over, since there’s no need to raise in the whole assembly up in the air to unload whatever products you might be carrying. Asphalt trailers have a lower center of gravity, and ...
... that makes it much easier to unload the trailer in an uneven spot compared to conventional end dump trailers that must be set on level ground to properly unload. Over head cabling is another danger with the standard end dump trailer while you’re unloading, but with an asphalt trailer, this is no longer an issue. The asphalt trailer can slide in and unload anywhere that it can fit into, because again, the trailer does not have to be raised for payload delivery. With a standard dump truck, wet materials have a tendency to stick in the top of the tub while unloading (this is what usually causes a trailer to roll over). Even insurance costs are kept lower for a live bottom asphalt trailer simply there are so very few cases of an asphalt trailer rolling over.

Asphalt trailers are the optimal choice for a variety of industries needing to transport goods, chemicals, or other materials. Asphalt trailers can also haul potentially hazardous materials safely to their destination. When leasing an asphalt trailer, consider your options. What size will you need? Do you need stainless steel or carbon steel? Do you need to lease a drop frame chassis or some other type of chassis to safely support the trailer? Speak with a professional about your needs and they will be able to recommend the best options.

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