Temperature control: What you need to know about reefer trailers
The mandated FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) program is a management system in which food safety is addressed through the analysis and control of biological, chemical and physical hazards. It covers everything from raw material production, procurement and handling to manufacturing, distribution and consumption of the finished product.
Strick Trailers expands production
Strick Trailers LLC announces the expansion of its Monroe, Ind., manufacturing facility by adding a 44,000 sq. ft. production line dedicated to focusing on the unique characteristics of its custom trailer business. The company says that this addition will increase flexibility and manufacturing capabilities to more efficiently respond to specific customer needs integrating unparalleled innovation,
PeopleNet introduces wireless trailer backup camera for trucks and trailers
PeopleNet has added a wireless trailer backup camera to its Video Intelligence solution, to automatically pair with tractors to stream live video in-cab. The Video Intelligence solution, which also includes forward and side-facing cameras, now allows fleets to use 360 degrees of video data. PeopleNet’s Video Intelligence Solution triggers video from company-controlled settings from a
Truck-Lite harness system to be standard on East flatbed trailers
Truck-Lite Co. has announced that its 99 Series harness system will be standard on all East BST, BST II, MMXTM and Narrow Neck flatbed trailers, starting in the first quarter of 2018. The Truck-Lite 99 Series has been designed as a closed system by integrating a molded plug with two sealing surfaces, rather than just
Continental highlights Smart Air Springs for trucks, trailers
Continental Corp. highlights its Smart Air Springs for heavy-duty truck and trailer applications. The air spring system is specially developed for trailers and enables the effective and reliable damping of the chassis over its entire service life. This, the company says, can help avoid breakdowns caused by faulty or worn shock absorbers, eliminate oil leaks
Stoughton Trailers unveils a new refrigerated trailer
Stoughton Trailers launched a new refrigerated trailer line: PureBlue. The design of the PureBlue refrigerated trailer, debuting at the North American Commercial Vehicle Show, provides one of the lightest weight trailers without sacrificing strength, according to Stoughton. To begin with, an aluminum scuff and integral composite scuff liner help prevent damage while loading and unloading the
Minimizer introduces Fast Flap Mounting Bracket for use on trucks, trailers
Minimizer has introduced the Fast Flap Mounting Bracket, designed to accommodate the company’s Fast Flaps on heavy-duty trucks and trailers. Previously, the Fast Flaps could only be used on vocational trucks. The Fast Flap mud flap hangers simply bolt directly to the frame bracket. Manufactured with carbon steel and powder coated black, the Fast Flap
Maintenance tips for heavy haul trailers
Heavy-haul trailers see it all—rocks, ruts, bumps and jolts. It all translates to an increased risk of damage. The following conversation, between Troy Geisler, vice president of marketing and sales for Talbert Manufacturing and Lloyd Hair, director of maintenance for Keen Transport, outlines some things to keep in mind when hitting the road with the load. 1. What are
Preventive maintenance procedures for platform trailers
It is important to perform preventive maintenance inspections to ensure safe operation of the trailer. Every trailer owner and/or operator should have an organized Trailer Preventive Maintenance program…
XL Specialized Trailers recognizes dealer of the year
XL Specialized Trailers recognized Pinnacle Truck & Trailer of La Vergne, Tennessee as its Dealer of the Year for 2016. The XL Dealer of the Year is determined based on sales performance within the year. An XL dealer since 2002, Pinnacle sold more trailers, parts, and service items than any other XL dealer in 2016.
