Floor: Standard Width 2400-3000mm, Thickness 8-10mm standard

Component Specifications

Definition

The floor is the primary load-bearing surface of a dump body, designed to withstand the weight and impact of bulk materials during loading, transport, and controlled discharge. It forms the bottom enclosure of the container and must resist abrasion, corrosion, and deformation under cyclic loading conditions typical in mining, construction, and material handling applications.

Working Principle

The floor provides a continuous, rigid surface that distributes payload weight evenly across the dump body's structural framework. During dumping operations, it facilitates material flow through controlled geometry and surface properties, while maintaining structural integrity through welded or bolted connections to sidewalls, hoppers, and reinforcement members.

Materials

High-strength abrasion-resistant steel (AR400 or AR500 grade), typically 6-12mm thickness. Alternative materials include Hardox wear plates or aluminum alloys for weight reduction in specific applications.

Technical Parameters

Parameter	Typical range	Notes & selection driver
Thickness	8-10mm standard
Material Grade	AR450
Standard Width	2400-3000mm
Surface Hardness	400-500 HBW
Tensile Strength	1400-1800 MPa
Connection Method	Continuous weld with reinforcement plates

Ranges are indicative industry figures for RFQ preparation, not a supplier commitment. Confirm every value and standard with the legal manufacturer before ordering.

Standards

ISO 5817, DIN EN 10025, ASTM A514

Parent Products

This component is used in the following industrial products

Dump Body

The main cargo-carrying container of a dump truck that tilts to unload materials.

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Engineering Analysis

Risks & Mitigation

Material fatigue from cyclic loading
Abrasive wear reducing thickness
Corrosion in chemical environments
Weld failure at connection points
Overloading causing permanent deformation

FMEA Triads

Trigger: Insufficient material thickness for application
Failure: Premature wear-through or cracking
Mitigation: Specify appropriate AR steel grade and thickness based on material abrasiveness index

Trigger: Poor weld quality at reinforcement points
Failure: Crack propagation from stress concentrations
Mitigation: Implement certified welding procedures with proper pre/post heat treatment

Industrial Ecosystem

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Typical Suppliers & Equivalents

Compliance & Inspection

Tolerance

±2mm flatness over 3m length, ±1.5mm thickness variation

Test Method

Ultrasonic thickness testing, dye penetrant weld inspection, load deflection testing per ISO 16834

Procurement Evaluation Criteria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical lifespan of a dump body floor?

With proper AR450 steel construction, a dump body floor typically lasts 3-5 years in severe mining applications or 5-8 years in general construction, depending on material abrasiveness and maintenance.

Can dump body floors be repaired or replaced?

Yes, worn sections can be patched with weld-on wear plates, but complete replacement is recommended when wear exceeds 50% of original thickness or when multiple repairs compromise structural integrity.

Data Basis

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Preliminary Technical Classification

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