Day Aggregates adds more DAF trucks to the fleet05 October 2012

Nine DAF CF85 four-axle tippers have joined the 120-strong fleet of aggregates and recycling company Day Aggregates.

Power comes from the 12.9-litre Paccar MX Euro 5 engine, rated at 360bhp at 1,900rpm, and providing a power-to-weight ratio of 11.25bhp/tonne.

This, combined with the engine's flexible torque output of 1,775Nm at between 1,000 and 1,410rpm, and a mechanical diff lock as standard, means that the DAFs are capable of coping with all surface and load conditions likely to be encountered by the company.

Chris Cooling, group transport manager, says that the 32-tonne DAF tippers provide a low-weight platform that results in a payload advantage of around 250kg over some other tippers.

He also says that, by selecting Edbro tipping gear, further weight savings were achieved, and the same goes for the use of PPG aluminium bodies on trucks transporting primary or recycled aggregates. These have been equipped with Edbro CX15 gear, resulting in trucks light enough to achieve a 20,300kg payload.

The remaining vehicles are used for onsite clearance work and have Charlton Superlight steel bodies, that are better able to withstand this type of work. These have been fitted with Edbro CX14 tipping gear and deliver a payload of 19,700kg.

An important part of their work is in support of Crossrail, Europe's biggest engineering project, planned for completion in 2018. Safety features required by Crossrail include a side scan system and side guards to protect cyclists and other road users.

A reversing camera and white noise bleeper, twin hazard beacons, front and rear strobe lights, and wheelnut indicators were also specified for these tippers.

"The safety and comfort of our drivers are also key considerations," comments Cooling. "We prefer that the driver can carry out as many tasks as possible without leaving the cab, as this better protects him and also contributes to improved productivity."

And he adds: "These new DAFs have hydraulic tailgates with an air-operated locking bar and a Covermaster sheeting system, both of which can be operated from within the cab."

The trucks are being used to deliver aggregates and for site clearance work across the South East.

Author
John Challen

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