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Kinedyne introduces Rhino Max and K-Force brand load securement straps

Kinedyne LLC has introduced a family of new ultra-heavy-duty load securement straps. The new Rhino Max brand of winch straps and ratchet straps will replace Kinedyne’s abrasion-resistant Rhino Web line, while the K-Force brand of winch straps, ratchet straps and logistics straps is a completely new offering from the company. According to the company, Rhino

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Truck-Lite 99 Series wiring harness now standard on East flatbed trailers

East Manufacturing has announced that the Truck-Lite 99 Series wiring harness will be standard on all new East BST, BST II, MMX and Narrow Neck flatbed trailers, starting Feb. 1. The Truck-Lite 99 Series has been designed as a closed system by integrating a molded plug with two sealing surfaces, rather than just one. This

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Trailer orders were strong in October

ACT Research Co.’s preliminary estimate for October net trailer orders is 32,000 units, marking a 28% increase from September and a massive 50% improvement over last year. Final October data will be available later this month, but the preliminary estimate should be within plus-or-minus 3%  of the final number, according to ACT. “The industry order season

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Truck-Lite Road Ready system now available on Wabash trailers

Truck-Lite’s Road Ready system is now available on Wabash National dry and refrigerated van trailers. The Road Ready trailer monitoring and communication system creates a “smart” trailer with its solar-powered Master Control Unit (MCU). With its military-grade solar panel and 10-year, quick-charging battery, the MCU continually monitors and transmits important data from customizable Road Ready

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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,

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Carrier Transicold offers engineless truck refrigeration unit

Carrier Transicold announced a new engineless truck refrigeration unit, the 35X. The 35X direct-drive unit provides refrigeration for perishable and frozen cargoes for small- to medium-sized box trucks and large delivery vans, according to the company. “With an attractive modern exterior design, the 35X unit expands our direct-drive product line, offering excellent fresh and frozen

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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

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FlowBelow launches Elite Dealer Program, Trailer AeroSlider system

FlowBelow announced the launch of both its Elite Dealer Program and Trailer AeroSlider system. The Elite Dealer Program will bring the company’s ‘quick-release’ wheel cover and Tractor AeroKit system to a broader scope of fleet customers in North America. Dealers in the program will be able to offer all available options and configurations of FlowBelow

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Talbert offers 35-ton close-couple lowbed trailer

Talbert Manufacturing offers its new 35CC-HRG lowbed trailer, which is rated at 70,000 lbs. overall and 70,000 lbs. within a 12-ft. load base. It also features Talbert’s removable hydraulic gooseneck. The 35CC-HRG is part of Talbert’s Close-Couple Lowbed Series. The trailer’s two axles are close coupled and can be designed to accept an optional pin-on

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Talbert Manufacturing releases 55-ton trailer

Talbert Manufacturing introduces the 55-Ton Roller Paver (55CC-RP) heavy-haul trailer for enhanced load versatility and minimal permit costs. The trailer has a concentrated load rating of 55 tons in 12.5 feet of deck, and it comes with dual kingpin settings, which allow drivers to operate in states with 43-ft. kingpin laws, such as Connecticut, without

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Stoughton introduces Platinum Series Grain Trailer

Stoughton Trailers has announced its newly designed Platinum Series Grain Trailer, available in 34-, 40- and 42-ft. lengths in eight models to fit a variety of agriculture needs. Features of the new Platinum Series Grain Trailer, detailed by the company, include the following: Platinum Series grain trailers come standard with a 34-degree hopper slope for

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