The Treadbed ANFO Bulk Truck… Where it all started.
The iconic, robust profile of the classic Treadbed ANFO tank has remained the same, for nearly 60 years.
In the 1960s, the use of bulk ANFO (Ammonium Nitrate Fuel Oil) was becoming widespread across the mining industry. Made of 94% porous prilled ammonium nitrate (AN) and 6% diesel fuel (FO), the AN acts as an oxidizing agent and absorbent for the FO. This produced a safer and more cost-effective high explosive compared to previously used options, such as black powder, dynamite, or Nitroglycerin — making ANFO a preferred explosive choice for mines with suitable conditions.
In response to the growing need for bulk ANFO delivery options, Tread developed its first of many bulk truck designs, the Treadbed ANFO truck. The iconic, robust profile of the classic Treadbed ANFO tank has remained the same for nearly 60 years. It quickly became a staple in the mining industry, known for its reliability and efficiency on the job.
From its early days, Tread recognized the importance of customization, offering customers the ability to tailor their trucks to specific operational requirements. The components, truck chassis, and controls have continued to evolve, as safety, blasting conditions, and operator knowledge have also evolved. At Tread, each truck is custom-designed and engineered to meet the growing needs of our customers and their goals, This flexibility has made the Treadbed the go-to choice for mining and blasting sites across the world, with many unique challenges
Looking towards the future, Tread remains committed to pushing the boundaries of what the Treadbed and Unibody style bulk trucks can achieve. Tread continues to innovate and improve the performance and safety of our bulk trucks through in-depth research and product development.
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