Introduced by Wabash in 1996, DuraPlate® is a composite material commonly used for sidewalls in trailers and truck bodies. Manufactured exclusively by Wabash, DuraPlate® is engineered with a high-density polyethylene core, thermally bonded between two high-strength steel skins.
Standard Panel Specifications
Steel:
Galvanized
80,000-psi yield
Polyester baked-on finish
Core:
High-density polyethylene
Pane Thickness:
2.5 mm (.098 in)
4 mm (.157 in)
6 mm (.236 in)
7.5 mm (.295 in)
10 mm (.394 in)
13 mm (.511 in)
Widths:
48 in
49 in
Lengths:
4 ft – 16 ft
Custom specifications available upon request, with minimum quantity requirements.
Applications
DuraPlate is a lightweight, strong, rigid, weather resistant material that is suitable for a variety of industries, including: