Wabash National partners with eNow, Carrier Transicold to deliver zero-emission reefer trailers
The Wabash National MSC refrigerated trailer with solar-electric TRU is now commercially available as a road-ready solution, the company announced. Wabash partnered with eNow and Carrier Transicold to offer this eco-friendly refrigerated haul, which was first shown as a zero-emission trailer at the American Trucking Associations’ (ATA) Technology and Maintenance Council (TMC) meeting in February.
Connecting brakes, wheel ends and other trailer components with telematics
The majority of fleet managers are used to the capabilities of truck telematics, but they may not be as familiar with trailer telematics, which are newer and just now starting to grow into their potential usefulness. Why have trailer telematics lagged behind their tractor brethren? It’s a complicated question, with an uncomplicated answer. “At the
Pressure Systems International recognizes top trailer OEMs
Pressure Systems International (P.S.I.) has recently recognized six trailer manufacturers for the role each played in 2019 to increase the number of trailers outfitted with the Meritor Tire Inflation System (MTIS), which is manufactured by the company. P.S.I. designated two types of awards to be presented this year: The Momentum Award given to those trailer
Carrier Transicold releases Vector 8611MT trailer refrigeration unit
Carrier Transicold has launched its Vector 8611MT multi-temperature trailer refrigeration unit. Designed for trailers split lengthwise with a center dividing wall, the unit creates two refrigerated compartments without requiring a remote evaporator. Introduced in limited production in 2019, the Vector 8611MT unit incorporates dual evaporators and fans into a single unit for two-zone cooling, with
Hendrickson launches new digital trailer parts catalog
Hendrickson Trailer Commercial Vehicle Systems has launched a new online digital Trailer Suspension Parts Catalog. The new digital Hendrickson Trailer Parts Catalog with interactive navigation can be browsed online here. The digital parts catalog is accessible through any mobile or desktop device and does not require additional downloads or apps. “The new digital catalog offers
Keep your cool: Transportation refrigeration unit maintenance tips
The summer heat cooks the blacktop. Truck seats and steering wheels are nearly too hot to touch. And the transportation refrigeration unit (TRU) is working overtime to keep the load cool. Now is not the time to wonder if you performed the required TRU preventive maintenance the last time the trailer was in the shop.
Seasonal trailer maintenance advice as summer turns up the heat
If your trailer inspection and preventative maintenance checks are on point, you’ll likely catch a lot of the summer-maintenance checkpoints as the seasons shift. Coming out of winter, wheel end and electrical issues will be the most apparent. “During the winter, salt and road chemicals can work their way into small nooks and start to
XTRA Lease adds 4,000 new trailers in 2020
New trailers are coming off production now for XTRA Lease, which has ordered approximately 4,000 new trailers for 2020. With the industry and economy suffering an unrivaled dip due to COVID-19, XTRA Lease is still adding a mix of dry vans and reefers to its fleet, the company says. New trailers will arrive at each
SkyBitz SkyCamera enhances SmartTrailer solution
SkyBitz has added volumetric cargo sensors and high-resolution cameras to its SmartTrailer solution. Now offering advanced remote asset management solutions, SkyCamera powered by Compology gives a more accurate view of available fullness and floor space, the company says. SkyCamera powered by Compology provides accurate and actionable data in real-time using artificial intelligence-powered software, the company
Must-do trailer maintenance when times are tough (and even when they’re not)
Given the latest industry trailer order numbers (April was the lowest order month since 1990), it’s clear that many fleets are making do with the trailers they have, at least until there’s some certainty in our pandemic-impacted world. To ensure your trailers roll productively and safely, you’ll need eagle-eyed focus on maintenance. So we picked
Strick Trailers upgrades its lining system
Strick Trailers will be enhancing its VT100 plywood panel vans with vertically installed DymondPly lining composite panels made by Ridge Corp., as the standard lining system of choice for this trailer series. Strick’s VT100 dry vans are 100 in. from post face to post face with lining vertically installed to utilize logistic posts for versatile
Watch: Implementing trailer tracking systems to streamline trucking operations
Real-time visibility into the location and status of assets has a direct impact on improving productivity and efficiency, and in lowering costs. But if you feel like you have too many dashboards already, it’s understandable you’d be hesitant to want to involve yourself with yet another one. So, we’ve put together four tips for implementing
