2.2. Comparison of Dump Times for Different Truck Types

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is gravimetric capacity?

   Hint

   Think about the manufacturer's specifications.

2. 2.

   Name two types of dump trucks.

   Hint

   Recall the different types of trucks discussed.

3. 3.

   What does gravimetric capacity refer to?

   • Maximum height of load
   • Maximum weight truck can carry
   • Maximum volume the truck can hold

   Hint

   Consider what you would check before loading material.

4. 4.

   True or False: Bottom dump trucks are faster than rear dump trucks in all conditions.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about conditions like congestion.

5. 5.

   Given that a rear dump truck takes 30 seconds longer to unload than a bottom dump truck in favorable conditions, calculate how this difference affects productivity over an 8-hour period if used under the same conditions.

   Hint

   Convert hours into seconds for easier calculation.

6. 6.

   A construction site has multiple types of material varying in density. How would you load trucks efficiently without exceeding gravimetric capacities?

   Hint

   Utilize the gravimetric capacity formula thoroughly!