2.1. Factors Affecting Dumping Time

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is gravimetric capacity?

   Hint

   Consider the manufacturer's specifications.

2. 2.

   Name a type of dump truck.

   Hint

   Think about different unloading methods.

3. 3.

   What is the maximum weight limit for operational machinery called?

   • Gravimetric Capacity
   • Dumping Efficiency
   • Material Density

   Hint

   It's essential for safety and performance.

4. 4.

   True or False: Overloading a truck does not affect its operational cost.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the consequences of machine abuse.

5. 5.

   You have two types of materials: A (light and easy to dump) and B (heavy and sticky). If A takes 5 minutes to unload and B takes twice that time, calculate the time taken to dump 10 loads of each.

   Hint

   Break it down by material type and remember the time per load.

6. 6.

   During a project, trucks are often idling due to congestion caused by three bulldozers at a dumping site. If the idle time per truck is 10 minutes, calculate the impact on overall productivity if 4 trucks are involved over an hour.

   Hint

   Multiply the number of trucks by idle time to find total impact on productivity.