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Welding
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16. Jun. 2004 - 07:11
Hi Robert ,
the problem is of course the almighty dollar and how much they wish to spend.
These trailers are like anything else-use they use and abuse them to make money for the truck driver or the company that makes the cement.
I am afraid that this situation will not change-the price of a patch job will always save time and keep a trailer on the road.
The inspection laws are such that brakes, tires and trailer lighting are the main concern.
Since the hopper itself is the frame of the semi trailer it lends itself to more stress if it is overloaded and this where the cracks become obvious
lzaharis ■
Welding on Aluminum Trailers
I am new to this Forum.
I am not here to disrupt anything that is going on. I have been picking up several accounts with Pneumatic CEMENT TRAILERS. Since I started welding at the scales, on 80 and 880 in California. What I have seen is not good. The repairs that I have been fixing are done by who knows who! Poor workmanship. Welds failing all the time. In stead of gouging out the crack!!! A patch is put on it as a temperary fix. WHY?????
I was wondering what you think about this subject??????
As a welder on the San FRANCISCO Bay Bridge Under D1.5 bridge code there is no chance for shoddy work or lazyness. A inspector inspects my work at the fit up root pass, cover and more. Not saying that these trucks need to be as intense, but some self confidence must be applied. Some one is paying for the work being done to these trucks. So why not do it right the first time.
I know the load must be put to market and a fee paid for delivery. Safety is #1 I keep all the companys off the scales and out of trouble. If it takes all night to make them safe then that is what I do.
ROBERT ■