Mixer truck loading time has a direct impact on the outcome of any project. As soon as water meets cement, a chemical reaction begins, and any delay in loading, transport, or application compromises the quality and strength of the concrete.
That is why industry professionals invest in dosing equipment, vehicle fleets, and pumping systems to minimize the interval between mixing and applying the material.
Logistics planning prevents queues and delays
Good logistics planning prevents trucks from queuing or arriving late at the site. Understanding the unloading method helps define the intervals between loads and the number of trucks needed to keep the supply going.
The unloading method drives the loading pace
Manual unloading, done with a hand cart, can exceed two hours. In these cases, it is necessary to work with smaller loads to keep the concrete from losing its properties before application.
Pump-based unloading, on the other hand, can be completed in about five minutes. That speed requires precise logistics to ensure a continuous, uninterrupted supply of concrete.
The dosing plant speed also matters
The agility of the dosing plant is equally important. Tow-Go type models usually require more than fifteen minutes per truck, which can compromise the entire delivery schedule.
Top-Go: automation that reduces loading time
Top-Go, Kartrak's automation system, reduces loading time by up to 40% compared with manual and conventional automated systems.
Combined with the Kmix automation platform, companies gain speed, precision, reporting features, and load documentation, at a lower investment cost than traditional alternatives.
