Lightweight truck bodies made of PET sandwich panels are becoming more and more popular among truck manufacturers.
PET Foam Sandwich Panels
Do you know about PET foam sandwich panels? Many people will be unfamiliar with this material. It is a new type of composite panel used for box truck bodies. Its appearance is to replace metal panels and wooden panels, making the building of the truck body easier.
What are Its Advantages?
The density of fiberglass facing PET foam sandwich panels is only about half that of ordinary plywood sandwich panels. For example, the weight of a body made of PET sandwich panels with a size of 4.2Mx2.2MX2.2M is about 200kg, while the same size general weight of plywood body is 300~400kg.
PET foam sandwich panels are waterproof and can maintain stable performance in humid environments. In such an environment, plywood and steel can rot and rust. Its surface is treated with anti-ultraviolet rays and can withstand long-term exposure to the sun without discoloration. Obviously, PET foam sandwich panels have a longer service life, and the general service life is more than 10 years.
PET sandwich panels have the mechanical properties of wooden boards and can be easily cut and installed with screws. Truck bodies made from PET sandwich panels allow operators to install them more efficiently.
The facing material CFRT sheet and core material PET foam are recyclable, and the application of PET sandwich panels reduces the consumption of wood resources, which is conducive to environmental protection and sustainable economic development.
Currently, the price of PET sandwich panels is much lower than that of plywood sandwich panels. Using it can save companies a lot of costs and allow vehicle manufacturers to gain more business opportunities in the increasingly fierce market competition.
Structure Diagram of Truck Bodies
Features
- PET sandwich panels connected with customized aluminum profiles form a stable truck body, and the box body does not shake or twist when the vehicle is driving.
- The floor is made of thermoplastic anti-skid honeycomb panels, and its anti-skid effect is far better than bamboo wood flooring and aluminum anti-skid flooring.
- The lock rod is hidden inside the door panel, and the appearance of the body is simple and consistent with the aesthetic effect. The rear door opens and closes easily.
- The high-strength galvanized steel subframe with adjustable longitudinal spacing and high torque resistance can improve the vehicle’s handling, stability and safety.
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