Somerset, PA (April 19, 2001). J&J Truck Bodies & Trailers, a division of Somerset Welding and Steel, Inc., and a leading manufacturer of dump bodies and trailers, today announced the introduction of a newly designed dual dump truck to their product line. The new unit is designed to be used by road maintenance crews who need a safe and effective way to spread salt, sand, and other anti-skid materials during severe weather conditions. It can also be used as a traditional dump truck for other spring and summer maintenance operations.

Incorporating a forward mounted bi-directional conveyor with the body, the dual dump can dispense materials to either side of the dump body allowing anti-skid materials to be spread at the left side via a quick detach spinner assembly. To the right side, gravel, modified asphalt, etc., can be easily spread for berming operations and patching of roadways. Also, salting ahead of the chassis' own rear wheels gives the operator a pretreated road surface, greatly improving their safety and that of the driving public.

Dumping in the forward mode maintains the load between the front and rear axle, eliminating potential over-center dumping situations. It also reduces potential loss of steering and hazardous material spills on roadways. The cab safety interlock switch system allows the operator to select the direction of dumping, either forward or backward, without leaving the comfort and safety of the cab. The system quickly identifies dump mode to the driver, eliminating potential improper operation.

The 10 foot dual dump body is available in steel, aluminum, or stainless steel. The conveyor belt is heat resistant and will handle asphalt operations. The salt spreader mode functions with any dual spreader function hydraulic system. Salting and berming operations can be integrated with any ground speed system allowing consistent material output regardless of truck speed.

Somerset Welding and Steel, Inc. is a subsidiary of Riggs Industries and was founded in 1958. The company specializes in building aluminum and steel dump bodies for light, medium, and heavy chassis used in construction and other applications. They also build aluminum and heavy-duty steel trailers for rock hauling and demolition and excavation work. In addition, they manufacture walking floor refuse trailers, tippers, and push outs for the waste hauling industry. J&J Truck Bodies & Trailers is an ISO 9001 certified company, serving clients worldwide.

For more information on the dual dump, please contact Ron Wright, J&J Truck Bodies & Trailers, 800.777.2671, email rew@jjbodies.com and/or visit www.jjbodies.com.