Building Truck and Trailers That Meet Tomorrow’s Demands
Truck and Trailer body manufacturers are under more pressure than ever. Payload expectations keep rising, customers want lighter trailers that last longer, and sustainability targets are reshaping how everything is built. Add cost control into the mix, and the challenge is clear: how do you deliver high-quality trailers without increasing complexity or expenses?
At ASD, we understand these challenges because we work with manufacturers facing them every day. With one of the UK’s largest stocks of carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminium, combined with advanced processing facilities, we do more than supply materials. We work as your partner to streamline production, reduce waste, and help you meet both performance and sustainability goals.
Beyond Materials: Solving Real Manufacturing Challenges
For today’s manufacturers of commercial trailers and rigid truck bodies, sourcing materials is only half the battle. Precision processing, tight deadlines, and the need for custom solutions can slow down production if not handled properly. That’s where ASD makes a difference.
- We help reduce lead times with ready-to-assemble kits and pre-processed components
- We lower production costs by taking fabrication-heavy steps off your plate
- We boost efficiency with high-accuracy processing (cutting, drilling, forming etc.) and delivering components on time
All of this is supported by our engineering expertise and our ability to handle high-volume projects, including storage and call-off services for components.
Material Solutions That Work as Hard as You Do
Mild and Carbon Steel: Strength Without Compromise
For chassis, bearers, and underbody structures, you need materials that deliver both strength and value.
We supply S235, S275, and S355 grades in channels, beams, flats, trailer flats, and hollow sections. We also offer S275, S355, and abrasion-resistant grades in a variety of steel sheet and plate thicknesses – ideal for heavy-duty applications that demand extra durability.
Our team can take the complexity out of production by handling:
- Laser cutting, drilling, milling, and sawing
- Section bending, shot blasting, and painting
This means you receive precision-cut web plate kits and fully fabricated internal frames, painted and ready to install. That saves time in your shop and reduces errors.
Aluminium: Lighter Trailer, Higher Payloads
Reducing trailer and rigid truck body weight is the quickest way to increase payload and cut fuel consumption. Aluminium lets you achieve this without sacrificing strength.
We stock 5083 and 6082 grades for body panels, floors, side walls, and structural tubing.
- Chequer plate is ideal for non-slip floors, tailgates, and access steps
- Roof coil is light, corrosion-resistant, and easy to form for trailer and truck box roofs
With our custom laser cutting and optional galvanising services, parts arrive ready to slot into your production line, keeping things moving smoothly.
Stainless Steel: Built for Harsh Environments
When commercial truck and trailers operate in refrigerated, food-grade, or corrosive conditions, stainless steel offers the durability and hygiene you need.
We supply 304, 316, 321 and 4003 sheets, plates, chequer plates and sections that we can process to your exact specifications, whether for toolboxes, cladding, or protective panels.
Prepainted Steels: Low Maintenance, High Impact
Prepainted steels bring aesthetic consistency and functional performance to truck and trailer body panels and linings.
- Protective coatings reduce maintenance and extend the lifespan of the trailer
- Pre-finished surfaces save you time by removing the need for post-painting
- Environmentally friendly coatings reduce chemical use and support sustainability goals
In addition, prepainted steels support sustainability goals by reducing reliance on repainting, minimising the use of harsh chemicals, and extending the overall lifespan of trailer surfaces.
Processing Capabilities That Give You an Edge
We can process flat materials up to 6m x 2m, and press them into the shapes you need. If you require cut-to-size plates or sheets, our in-house light and heavy decoiling capabilities enable us to deliver them ready to install.
With ASD, your team spends less time fabricating and more time assembling trailers or truck bodies.
Driving Sustainability Without Sacrificing Performance
Weight isn’t just about payload; it’s about carbon footprint. Every kilogram saved reduces emissions and improves fuel economy. By supplying lightweight, recycled, and long-lasting materials and by processing them efficiently, ASD helps you build commercial vehicles that meet environmental standards without compromising strength or reliability.
Your Partner for Smarter Truck and Trailer Manufacturing
The future of truck and trailer design is lighter, stronger, and greener. With ASD’s materials expertise and processing capabilities, you can build trailers that meet these demands while cutting production time and staying ahead of the competition.
Ready to move your production forward?
Get in touch with our team today and let’s talk about how we can help you build the next generation of commercial vehicles – faster, smarter, and more sustainably.