MODULE CONSTRUCTION
The structure of the Demers ambulances module is made of high strength aluminum extrusion engineered to perfectly fit one to the other for maximum stability and strength.
- The inside frame is first assembled with multiple aluminum extrusions exactly cut to the specific length and specifically placed to the location indicated in the CAD design.
- Each floor structure and wall sections are strongly attached one another. All pieces of the .090 aluminum walls are CNC cut from a single sheet. The single sheet side wall and roof skin are secured into place via a proprietary engineered corner and roof extrusion designed to lock the side walls and roof wall together. The sides and top of the walls are welded on back sides of the extrusion to allow for a proper fit and no visible warpage or metal distortion from welding. Recessed channels in the customer roof extrusion allow for proper and exact mounting points to accept the side module body structural tubes.
- Then the module ceiling is fixed on the wall structure and attached by a recessed channel in the corner roof extrusion. This channel is designed to accept the structural tubes in the roof. Tubes are welded into place to ensure a square fit.
- When the module structure is finalized, aluminum walls and roof are chemically bonded to the side wall structure with a heavy duty adhesive. Interlocking side wall and single piece roof pieces allow the unit to remain square and resist structural flexing over time.
MODULE TESTS
Each model of the Demers ambulances module is fully tested under numerous tests, all exceeding the KKK-A-1822 F Revision AND the testing requirements established by the Ambulance Manufacturers Division (AMD) of the National Truck Equipment Association (NTEA) :
- A force of over 2.5 times the module weight is applied to the ambulance during the static load test.
- To maintain a level of consistency and quality, Demers Ambulances has its own testing facility on site to handle most of testing requirements. All testing performed is approved and certified by a third party engineering agency.
- All seating is pull tested to over 5,000 lbs. and exceeds all testing requirements regardless of ambulance destination.
- Cabinetry is pull tested to 9,000 lbs.
- All Demers Ambulances models are tested to the highest standards regardless of the final destination of the completed ambulance.
UNIQUE ALUMINUM CABINETRY
Demers Ambulances Unique Aluminum Cabinetry is installed in the module offering another layer of ultra- strength aluminum structure reinforcing the already ultra-strength module
- Demers Aluminum Cabinetry construction is made of lightweight, inert materials combining Demers-exclusive “Interlock” rounded aluminum extrusion with modular fiberglass cabinet inserts, integrated LED lighting, shatterproof doors and aluminum panels for a safer work environment with no protrusions or sharp edges and, long-lasting interior.
- The lightweight yet structurally superior design improves ride quality and the best in class payload increase fuel economy.
- Demers Aluminum Cabinetry is subject a pull test of 4.5 tons. This structural test is not required under actual ambulances industry requirement.
- Demers Ambulances offers the safest environment possible and attention to every detail and safety is key in Demers engineered ambulances.