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How trailer manufacturers are combating corrosion

Among trailer manufacturers, there is an ongoing effort to address costly corrosion and moisture intrusion. At Great Dane, approaches to combat corrosion include replacing corrosive metal with non-corrosive composite materials and applying coating systems on the metal components, according to Chris Lee, vice president of engineering. “Great Dane’s EnduroGuard rear frame uses stainless and galvaneal

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Utility introduces new aerodynamic device

Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co. has introduced the Utility Aerodynamic Tail (UAT). When paired with low rolling resistant tires and configured on a Utility dry van or reefer, the combination of the Utility-designed Aerodynamic Tail and Side Skirt are designed to reduce fuel use and aerodynamic drag, the company says. The Utility Aerodynamic Tail was engineered

Fighting moisture intrusion in refrigerated trailers

“Moisture intrusion in refrigerated trailers impacts thermal performance through the degradation of insulating foam quality, increases in thermal conductivity and potential weight gain,” says Chris Lee, vice president of engineering at Great Dane Trailers. “Outgassing, in particular, causes moisture intrusion into foam cells, degrading the insulation’s value and leading to as much as a 30%

Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co. makes Kinedyne Kin-slider standard on Tautliner trailer

Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co., manufacturer of refrigerated trailers, dry freight vans, flatbeds, and Tautliner curtainsided trailers announced that the Kin-Sider from Kinedyne will be the new standard curtain installed on Utility’s Tautliner curtainsided trailers. “We are pleased to partner with Kinedyne, a long-time supplier of Utility, to make the Kin-Sider our new standard trailer curtain.

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Mid-States Utility Trailer Sales opens new Iowa facility

Mid-States Utility Trailer Sales has opened a new facility in Sioux City, Iowa, 8 miles south of its existing location, Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co. announced. “We are excited to grow in Sioux City,” said Shane Keizer, president of Mid-States Utility Trailer Sales. “We decided to build in a location that will offer a better experience

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Buying used trailers: What to look for and ask about

The current freight environment is booming and remains favorable for carriers. New dry van trailer builds, however, are booked nearly through the end of the year, which presents a challenge for growing fleets that want to add hauling equipment to their arsenal. Outside of tightening up your operational efficiency, buying a used dry van trailer

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Utility launches used trailer website

Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co. has launched a new website featuring its available inventory of used trailers. “The new Utility used trailer website will serve as a valuable tool to our worldwide dealer network, customers and wholesalers,” said John Morrison, national used trailer manager for Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co. “This one-stop shop allows customers to view

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Utility unveils 4000AE Drop Deck Flatbed

Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co. has introduced its 4000AE Drop Deck flatbed trailer. “Our new 4000AE Drop Deck incorporates the advanced technology that is found in our 4000AE combo flatbed, delivering the long-term benefits of both steel and aluminum,” said Brett Olsen, marketing manager for Utility. “In fact, a customer will discover that it weighs less

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Utility Trailer manufacturing plant recognized with Liberty Mutual safety award

Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co.’s Paragould, Ark. manufacturing plant has received the Liberty Mutual Insurance Safety Commendation Award. Liberty Mutual’s Safety Awards are based on the days away, restricted and transferred (DART) rate, which is calculated from the number of hours worked relative to the number of accidents at the plant. A lower number of accidents results

Bendix releases air disc brake designed for trailers

Bendix has announced the release of the ADB22X-LT air disc brake designed specifically for trailers. Bendix unveiled the ADB22X-LT in conjunction with Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co., the first builder to offer the new brake. “In the decade since Bendix introduced the first air disc brake to the North American commercial vehicle market, we’ve had many customers

Utility Trailers adds new parts location

Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co. has announced that Utility Trailer Sales of Southern California LLC has opened a new parts location within the Los Angeles Basin in Santa Fe Springs, Calif. “Utility Trailer Sales has quite a number of customers in Los Angeles, Orange and Ventura counties. Other parts businesses have left the LA area due to costs and

Craftsmen Trailer purchases Iowa Utility dealership

Trailer makers Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co. have announced that Craftsmen Trailer, LLC has acquired the Utility dealership located in Davenport, Iowa from Thompson Truck and Trailer. “We are excited about this acquisition,” said Lou Helmsing, president of Craftsmen Trailer. “This is our third dealer location, which expands our ability to serve our customers with improved access

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