Talbert Manufacturing names its top 10 dealers of 2016
Talbert Manufacturing named Hale Trailer Brake & Wheel of Voorhees, New Jersey, as its top dealer for the ninth straight year. This award recognizes a dealers for high performance in selling trailers, service and parts. “Hale continues to lead our North American dealer network year after year. They’ve earned the reputation as a leader in
Carrier Transicold to offer new EPA-approved refrigerant
Carrier Transicold will begin offering the new-generation refrigerant R-452A as an alternative for use in its truck and trailer refrigeration systems, following the July 21 announcement that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved the refrigerant for transport refrigeration applications. Developed by the refrigerant manufacturing industry to reduce environmental impact, R-452A has a global warming
Trailer orders continue growth in June
According to the numbers from both FTR and ACT Research Co., net trailer orders continued their steady growth in the month of June. According to FTR, final June net trailer orders came in at 18,900 units, rebounding from May with a month-over-month improvement of 12% and a 58% increase over June 2016 orders. The June activity
Keep cool: How fleets carrying refrigerated goods can comply with new temperature laws
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA)’s Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) looms large for fleets that carry refrigerated foods. The new standards were drawn up and passed by the Obama administration in order to proactively reduce the number of foodborne illness incidents in the U.S. FSMA went into effect this past April for larger carriers
Trailer production rises in May
Facilitated by the additional build days, total trailer production was up 12% sequentially in May, and was 2% better than last year, according to ACT Research Co. “The majority of the May increase resulted from two more days in the schedule, although an increase in daily build rates also contributed,” said Frank Maly, director of
Hyundai Translead to offer Bendix ADB22X-LT trailer brake
Hyundai Translead now offers the Bendix ADB22X-LT from Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake. The Bendix ADB22X-LT, with a 23,000-lb. brake rating, was engineered exclusively for trailers. It weighs in at 40 lbs. per tandem axle lighter than its companion Bendix ADB22X air disc brake, making it the lightest air disc brake available in North America. Lighter wheel
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
Trailer orders begin seasonal decline but outperform last year
According to the numbers from FTR, net trailer orders in May came in at 16,600 units, down 17% month-over-month but up 26% versus a year ago. May trailer orders started the typical seasonal decline after two months of stronger than expected activity, FTR says. Most segments experienced m/m reductions, except for liquid tanks and lowbeds, each
Automann releases latest trailer parts catalog
Automann has released its 2017 Trailer Catalog, detailing the company’s many offerings for the trailer repair market. The 2,000-page catalog covers more than 14,000 parts and kits. The following categories are covered: Air brake and wheel; Suspension; Fifth wheel; Landing gear; Door hardware and accessories; Spray control; Electrical; Lighting; Cargo control; Safety; Bumpers and chocks; Storage and
Talbert Manufacturing announces 50-ton trailer with in-deck winch
Talbert Manufacturing has introduced its 50-Ton Bus Hauler (50CC-BH) trailer with an in-deck winch, so users can load equipment from either the front or rear of the trailer. The 50CC-BH boasts a 50-ton capacity rating for hauling a wide range of oversized equipment, including buses, excavators and class A trucks. The trailer is also ideal for
FourKites releases real-time temperature tracking
FourKites has launched a real-time temperature and location tracking solution for shippers. FourKites Temperature Tracking will allow users to monitor shipment temperatures and ensure compliance across their supply chains and make it easier for enterprise shippers to comply with the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), the company says. Using FourKites, the company says, shippers can reduce spoilage,
Answering your trailer brake questions
Being the crucial pieces of equipment they are, brakes are always on the forefronts of fleet managers’ minds when it comes to upgrades and maintenance. With the continued steady growth of disc brake adoption on both tractors and trailers, you may have some questions, like whether to use disc brakes or drum brakes on your
