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A “belly bin” refers to a storage compartment or container that is typically attached underneath the floor of a trailer or truck.
- Location and Design:
- Belly bins are located beneath the main cargo floor of trailers or trucks, utilizing the space between the chassis and the ground.
- They are designed to be accessible from the exterior of the vehicle for loading and unloading purposes.
- Purpose:
- Belly bins are primarily used to store spare parts, tools, dunnage (packing materials), or other supplies needed during transport operations.
- They can also be used to carry additional cargo, although this is less common due to access and weight distribution considerations.
- Advantages:
- Helps optimize the use of space within the vehicle by utilizing otherwise unused areas underneath the cargo floor.
- Facilitates organized storage and easy access to essential items without occupying space inside the main cargo area.
Belly bins are particularly useful in logistics and transportation industries where efficient use of space and accessibility to necessary equipment or materials are critical for operational efficiency and safety.
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