Trailer floor

In order to produce a trailer floor in one piece, between 2.0 and 2.5 metres (78.7” and 98.4”) wide, Multiplásticos Internacionales KOM (MIK) works with Paneltim Antislip panels with a 5 bars structure. For closed vehicles, MIK in general uses recycled black or grey panels, and for open vehicles, beige or white panels in prime UV material.

Reduced weight

As Paneltim antislip panels have an internal structure of 50 mm x 50 mm (2” x 2”), they weigh less than solid sheets. The reduced weight increases the efficiency of the carrier.

Less labour intensive

Previously, MIK used to build trailer floors with click-system PP solid sheets. This was very labour intensive as many narrow strips needed to be clicked together. “Nowadays, we use Paneltim® 1,200 mm x 1,000 mm (47.2” x 39.4”) antiskid panels, which are quickly welded together with a butt welding machine.”, says Luis Marquez, Chief Operating Officer at MIK.

Step-by-step

MIK first welds the panels together across the width, before welding the complete floor along its length. This is easily and quickly done with a butt welding machine. Once this is ready, the complete floor is installed on the trailer, in one piece. “The end result is a smooth, stable surface with an attractive pattern.”

Do’s and don’ts

MIK always uses UV-stabilized panels for open vehicles. Prevent point load from a fork lift. “The trailers are loaded quick and easy from the side. ”