Aluminum trailer wall panels vs steel wall panels: how to choose? A must-see guide for Australian ca

a.Aluminum vs Steel: Core Differences Comparison

Characteristics Aluminum wall panels Steel wall panels

Weight 40% lighter Heavier

Rust Resistance Inherently rust-resistant, suitable for coastal environments Regular rust-proofing required

Lifespan 15+ years 8-10 years

Maintenance costs Low Higher

Price Higher Lower

b. 5 Advantages of Aluminum Trailer Wall Panels

1. Superior rust resistance

Suitable environment: High salinity air in coastal area of Australia.

Measured data: Salt spray test 2000 hours without corrosion (ASTM B117 standard).

2. Lightweight design

Fuel saving: 40% lighter than steel wall panels, saving a lot of fuel costs in the long run.

Easy to install: light weight, easy to install by one person.

3. High durability

Service life: more than 15 years on average, 5-7 years more than steel wall panels.

Impact resistance: high-strength aluminum alloy (e.g. 5052-H32) can withstand high-strength impact.

4. Low maintenance cost

No need to paint: the surface of aluminum naturally forms an oxidized layer, no need for additional anti-rust treatment.

Simple cleaning: only need water and neutral cleaner to keep it as new.

5. Environmentally friendly and recyclable

Aluminum is 100% recyclable, reducing environmental pollution.

c.3 Advantages of steel trailer wall panels

1. Affordable

Low initial cost: 30%-40% cheaper than aluminum wall panels.

Suitable for car owners with limited budget.

2. High strength

High load bearing capacity: suitable for heavy duty trailers or high load scenarios.

3. Easy to Repair

Easy to weld: can be directly welded and repaired after damage.

d. How to choose according to the demand?

1. Suitable for choosing aluminum wall panels

Coastal areas: such as Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, etc.

Long distance transportation: need to save fuel cost.

Low maintenance needs: don't want frequent maintenance.

2. Suitable for steel wall panels

Limited budget: low initial investment.

Heavy-duty trailers: need higher load-bearing capacity.

Short-term use: plan to replace the trailer in a few years.

V. User Reviews

1. Sydney Owner - John

“The aluminum wall panels have lasted 5 years with no rust at all and are particularly well suited to the seaside environment.”

2. Melbourne Logistics - Sarah

“Steel wall panels are cheap but a bit of a hassle to have to do rust proofing every year.”

3. Brisbane Farmer - Mike

“Aluminum wall panels are a bit more expensive but save more money in the long run, recommended!”

e.Enquire Now

Email: sales01@mingtai-al.com

Official website: www.aluminumsheetstrailers.com

Tel: +86 19337802645