Lightweight Truck Flooring / Loading Ramps / Platforms

Our lightweight flooring solutions for the commercial vehicle industry combine innovative construction methods – ranging from traditionally bonded GRP variants to welded mono-material composite elements. Compared to conventional flooring solutions, they offer significant weight-saving potential, contributing to reduced resource consumption and improved energy efficiency.

Slip-resistant surfaces, easy installation and the circular lifecycle of our mono-material composites make them the ideal solution for a wide range of applications in vehicle construction.

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Frequently asked questions about us and our products

What is a sandwich / composite element?

A lightweight panel consisting of two strong facing sheets (GRP, thermoplastics, aluminum, wood/HPL) and a lightweight core (PU, XPS, PET, PP honeycomb, PC honeycomb), engineered to achieve optimal stiffness with minimal weight.

Can the elements be processed by the customer?

Yes. Panel processing such as cutting, drilling, milling, riveting and bonding can be carried out without any issues.

Which bonding methods are used?

Depending on the product requirements, bonding is carried out using hot-melt PU adhesive systems or two-component PU adhesives; thermoplastic products can also be welded together.

What is DC’s position on sustainability and circular economy principles?

Sustainability is part of our DNA as a lightweight construction manufacturer. Our goal is to develop resource-efficient alternative structures and problem-solving solutions to conventional designs. Our ESG strategy provides a detailed overview of our pioneering role within the industry.

Key highlights include the use of 95% renewable energy in Scope 1 and 2, the development of welded mono-material composite elements, and the continuously increasing use of recycled raw materials in our products.

What are the advantages of sandwich panels (TOP-lite GRP / ultra)?

Lightweight elements reduce resource consumption and help increase payload capacity.

Applications of the TOP-lite / TOP-air Product Range

Side walls, roofs and self-supporting floors for truck bodies.

Why choose composite elements instead of conventional aluminum or wood?
  • Significantly lighter (up to 70% weight reduction)

  • Corrosion-free, rot-resistant and low-maintenance

  • High bending and compressive stiffness

Does Design Composite offer profile for truck body solutions?

No. As most projects are implemented using customer-specific profiles. In addition, the market offers a wide range of standard profile solutions in various thicknesses.

Can a GRP surface be repaired?

Yes, repairs to sandwich panels are generally possible. Different repair guidelines can be requested directly from Design Composite (DC).

Which panel sizes are available?

Standard formats are available up to 6,000 × 2,450 mm. Special formats of up to 13 m in length or 2.90 m in width can be manufactured on request. Please refer to the relevant data sheet.

What is the correct way to store the elements?

Elements should be stored indoors in a flat position on pallets. High point loads should be avoided to prevent damage.

Are the products circular?

Yes. A specially developed product line is made of welded, homogeneous thermoplastics (TOP-lite PP, TOP-air PP). Due to the homogeneous material structure, 100% recyclability is possible.
Elements consisting of different material combinations, on the other hand, can be thermally recycled.

Are inserts or special cuts possible?

Yes. Inserts such as wood, aluminum profiles, PVC or PET rigid foam can be integrated.

Can plywood panels be replaced by lightweight solutions?

Yes. TOP-air antislip offers a durable and moisture-resistant alternative and helps to significantly reduce weight by approximately 50–60%, depending on the panel thickness used.

Can ready-to-install elements be ordered?

Yes. Thanks to our comprehensive service capabilities, elements can be supplied ready to install.

Which anti-slip surface qualities are available?

Balcony flooring is available with a sanded anti-slip surface in RAL 7030 stone grey. For event flooring, black welded anti-slip surfaces are also available as an option.

Which slip resistance class does the antislip surface provide?

GRP antslip has a slip resistance class of R13.

How can the surfaces be cleaned?

Information on special cleaning agents can be obtained from Design Composite.

What are the advantages of a sandwich composite?

The main advantage lies in an excellent stiffness-to-weight ratio.

Is your company ISO certified?

Design Composite is certified according to ISO 9001.

We produce sustainably.

Sustainability & ESG – Innovation for a Future-Ready Economy

Sustainability & ESG

The location of our company inspires the entire team every day to actively contribute to reducing environmental pollution. Surrounded by unspoiled mountains and meadows, design composite relied on state-of-the-art ecological construction methods when building its new production facility in the Salzburg region of Pinzgau.
The measures implemented have resulted in a positive energy balance and enabled the sustainable reduction of a calculated CO₂ emission equivalent of 140 tons per year.

For us, sustainability is more than a goal – it is an integral part of our corporate strategy.
Through innovative technologies, a responsible supply chain, and a clear ESG focus, we develop sustainable solutions that meet the requirements of tomorrow.

Sustainability at the Niedernsill Site
  • 95% renewable energy (Scope 1 and 2 in accordance with GHG Protocol guidelines) for climate-friendly production

  • Attractive working conditions for dedicated employees

  • Active support of regional initiatives

Innovation & Sustainable Supply Chain
  • Development of smart solutions in close collaboration with customers and suppliers

  • Circular-ready products

  • Continuous advancement of sustainable product innovations

94% RENEWABLE ENERGY IN SCOPE 1 & 2 (LT GHG) NO FOSSIL FUELS SLIP-RESISTANT READY TO INSTALL ELECTRIC VEHICLE FLEET WORKING WITH FRIENDS SUSTAINABLE LARGE-FORMAT INSULATING INDIVIDUAL 100% RENEWABLE ELECTRICITY ULTRA-LIGHT STIFF HIGH-STRENGTH 202 KWP PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM PRODUCTION HEAT RECOVERY FOR HEATING PASSIVE HOUSE BUILDING STANDARD
94% RENEWABLE ENERGY IN SCOPE 1 & 2 (LT GHG) ELECTRIC VEHICLE FLEET NO FOSSIL FUELS SLIP-RESISTANT 100% RENEWABLE ELECTRICITY WORKING WITH FRIENDS HIGH-STRENGTH LARGE-FORMAT SUSTAINABLE ULTRA-LIGHT 202 KWP PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM STIFF INDIVIDUAL INSULATING READY TO INSTALL PASSIVE HOUSE BUILDING STANDARD PRODUCTION HEAT RECOVERY FOR HEATING

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Design Composite GmbH

Gewerbegebiet Lengdorf 4
5722 Niedernsill
Austria

+43 6548 203 970

info@design-composite.com

Design Composite GmbH

Gewerbegebiet Lengdorf 4
5722 Niedernsill
Austria

+43 6548 203 970