Lorry Body Refurbishing
Extend the working life of your existing lorry body, restoring structure, function, and appearance without the cost of a full rebuild.
Not every lorry body that shows its age needs to be replaced. If the underlying structure is still sound, refurbishing restores a lorry body to reliable working condition, repairing structural wear, replacing damaged panels, and refinishing the surface, at a fraction of the cost of a new build. USRI has refurbished lorry bodies for Sri Lankan businesses for decades, backed by a workshop team with over 25 years of experience in the field.
What Lorry Body Refurbishing Involves
- Structural inspection and repair, checking the frame, floor, and side panels for wear, cracks, or corrosion, and repairing or reinforcing as needed
- Panel and sheet metal work, replacing worn or damaged sections of the body
- Corrugating and sheet metal restoration, restoring corrugated sheet sections to proper condition
- Tinkering and repainting, restoring the body's surface finish after structural work is complete
- Fittings and hardware check, inspecting and restoring fittings, latches, and other hardware affected by wear
When to Refurbish vs Replace
Refurbishing makes sense when the underlying frame and structure of a lorry body are still sound but the body shows wear from years of daily use, surface corrosion, worn panels, or fittings that have degraded with time. Sri Lanka's tropical climate and monsoon conditions can accelerate wear on truck bodies, making regular inspection and timely refurbishing a practical way to extend a body's service life. If the frame itself is compromised, a full rebuild is usually the better option, USRI can advise on which applies to your vehicle.
Why Refurbish with USRI
- Over 25 years of skilled workshop staff experience
- Full structural and cosmetic refurbishing capability under one roof
- Modern machinery and equipment, including laser cutting and profiling
- Trusted by 100+ clients across multiple industries for over five decades
- Up to 5 years warranty on qualifying refurbishing work
Frequently asked questions
What is lorry body refurbishing?
Lorry body refurbishing is the process of restoring an existing lorry body's structure, panels, and finish to extend its working life, rather than replacing it with a new build.
How do I know if my lorry body needs refurbishing or replacing?
If the underlying frame and structure are sound but the body shows wear such as surface corrosion or worn panels, refurbishing is usually the right option. If the frame itself is damaged or compromised, a full rebuild may be needed, USRI can assess your vehicle and advise.
Does USRI offer a warranty on refurbished lorry bodies?
Yes, USRI provides warranty coverage on qualifying refurbishing work, in line with its standard warranty terms of up to 5 years.
How long does lorry body refurbishing take?
Timelines depend on the extent of the work needed. Contact USRI with details of your vehicle for an assessment and estimated turnaround.
Get Your Lorry Body Assessed for Refurbishing
Send us details of your vehicle and we'll advise whether refurbishing or a full rebuild is the right option.