Common Ways to Use a Dump Truck

Dump trucks have a variety of uses across numerous industries. Their design is simple, yet highly effective, with a large open bed to transport almost any material with ease. From disposing of old items to starting a new project, a dump truck can be a big help. Here is Fyda Freightliner’s list of ways you can use your dump truck.

1. Trash Removal

When the time comes to move or work has been completed at a job site, there is often a lot of material lying around that needs to be discarded. Dump trucks can fit a great deal of refuse in their bed at a time, meaning fewer trips to the dump or recycling center and more time spent on the job.

2. General Construction

Dump trucks have become a fixture of the construction industry due to their ability to easily transport large amounts of materials to the job site. Dump trucks help keep the build on schedule by maintaining the flow of raw materials, useful whether you are fixing existing infrastructure or erecting whole new buildings. Dump trucks also have the advantage of using very durable tires. While this may seem like a minor point, build sites often have uneven terrain or loose nails lying around, making tough tires a must for any vehicle that regularly visits the area.

As mentioned before, dump trucks are as good at removing material as they are at bringing it in. Whether it is waste generated from the build or leftover dirt and brush from clearing the area, a dump truck can help remove what would otherwise be an unwanted distraction for the construction crew. 

3. Landscaping

Dump trucks are perfect for landscaping because landscaping activities often require that large amounts of gravel, soil, mulch, and rock be brought in or removed from the site. While this would ordinarily be a very difficult task, dump trucks were practically made for this sort of work. Even if you are a homeowner rather than a firm completing a major project, certain dump truck models have been specially designed to operate in residential areas. No matter the scope of your landscaping needs, dump trucks can be a massive help.

Due to their utility, many landscaping companies own a dump truck of their own, though some companies find it more economical to work with others to meet their material transportation needs. 

4. Agriculture

Many farms also make use of dump trucks, whether to transport large amounts of livestock feed or to move harvested grain from storage. Farms also sometimes require additional materials to help maintain their infrastructure, so a dump truck may be used to transport rock or gravel. 

5. Manufacturing

Manufacturing plants use dump trucks in a lot of the same ways that construction companies use their trucks. No matter your industry, it is useful to be able to easily remove excess debris from the working area and bring in necessary materials.

For such a simple design, dump trucks can be useful in a lot of different settings. At Fyda Freightliner, we offer a range of dump truck models. Visit us at one of our seven locations, including Walton, Cincinnati, and Pittsburgh.