Aggregate & Bulk Material Trailers for the UK
Controlled, Non-Tipping Unloading for Aggregate, Sand, Gravel & Bulk Materials
GINCOR Live Bottom trailers use a powered conveyor-belt floor to move material towards the rear discharge area without raising the trailer body. They are designed for demanding bulk-hauling work where controlled unloading and non-tipping discharge are important.
For UK aggregate, quarry, construction and roadbuilding operations, a Live Bottom provides an alternative to conventional tipping trailers and other non-tipping systems, including walking-floor and ejector trailers.
Aggregate & Bulk Material Hauling
GINCOR Live Bottom trailers can be configured to carry:
- Crushed stone
- Sand
- Gravel
- Road-building aggregate
- Limestone
- Salt
- Selected construction materials
- Other suitable bulk products
The right configuration depends on the material, required payload, loading method, unloading environment and operating conditions.
How a Live Bottom Unloads Aggregate
A continuous powered conveyor belt runs along the trailer floor. During unloading, it carries material towards the rear discharge area while the trailer body stays in its normal operating position.
The belt provides controlled horizontal discharge without relying on gravity from a raised body. It can also run in reverse when the application requires additional control over material movement.
The Live Bottom system can provide:
- Controlled rear discharge
- Non-tipping unloading
- Conveyor-style material movement
- Reversible belt operation
- Repeated loading and unloading
- Application-specific trailer configurations
Aggregate Applications
Live Bottom vs Walking-Floor Aggregate Trailers
Both systems can unload without raising the trailer body. The difference is how they move the load: a Live Bottom carries material on a continuous powered conveyor belt, while a walking floor uses reciprocating hydraulic floor slats.
| Comparison Point | GINCOR Live Bottom | Walking-Floor Trailer |
|---|---|---|
| Unloading mechanism | Continuous powered conveyor belt | Reciprocating hydraulic floor slats |
| Trailer body during unloading | Remains down | Remains down |
| Material movement | Belt carries material towards the rear | Slats move material towards the rear through a repeating sequence |
| Discharge type | Controlled horizontal discharge | Controlled horizontal discharge |
| Typical bulk applications | Aggregate, sand, gravel, asphalt and other suitable materials | Aggregate, biomass, waste, agricultural products and other bulk materials |
| Suitability | Depends on material and operating requirements | Depends on material and operating requirements |
Live Bottom vs Ejector Aggregate Trailers
Ejector trailers are another non-tipping option. A hydraulically powered moving bulkhead pushes material towards the rear, while a GINCOR Live Bottom carries it rearward on a conveyor belt.
| Trailer Type | How It Moves the Load |
|---|---|
| Live Bottom | Continuous conveyor belt |
| Ejector | Hydraulically powered moving bulkhead |
Both can be used for suitable aggregate and bulk-material applications. The choice depends on material characteristics, payload, discharge requirements, site conditions and fleet priorities.
Talk to GINCOR Werx About Your Requirements
Tell us what you need to haul, where the equipment will operate and how the material needs to be unloaded.
GINCOR can help assess whether a Live Bottom suits your operation, whether you are replacing a conventional tipper, comparing walking-floor trailers, considering an ejector system or evaluating another non-tipping solution.