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    TBB
    Ttma Meil
    What’s in Print

    Economic panel: Bustling trailer market will 'have legs'

    Kevin Jones
    July 6, 2021
    “We went through hell last year, and now we're going to see heaven. But with ‘heaven,’ I always put an asterisk: [Trailer manufacturers] will have the challenge of managing through...
    ACT Research
    Act Trailers May21
    Trailers

    'No surprise' as May trailer orders slip: ACT Research

    TBB staff
    June 14, 2021
    With backlogs for dry vans and reefers extending well into next year, OEMs are 'reticent' to continue to book orders that would further extend their delivery horizons, says Maly...
    Business Wire
    Morgan Work Pro3
    Truck Bodies

    WorkPro is Morgan's newest mobile service body

    TBB staff
    June 11, 2021
    The body is designed with plenty of headroom, interior cargo space, and exterior storage compartments that provide quick and easy access to the parts and equipment needed on difficult...
    Oshkosh Corp.
    Pierce Arff Volterra
    Truck Bodies

    Oshkosh delivers electric emergency vehicles

    TBB staff
    June 11, 2021
    The first Pierce Volterra zero-emissions pumper has been placed on duty with the City of Madison Fire Dept. in Wisconsin, making this the first electric fire truck in service ...
    The Shyft Group
    The Shyft Group Chassis Front Three Quarter
    Chassis

    The Shyft Group plans to build medium-duty electric CV chassis

    TBB staff
    June 10, 2021
    With a high degree of configurability, the all-electric chassis will be adaptable to last mile delivery, work truck, mass transit, recreational vehicle, and other emerging EV ...

    More content from June 2021

    Motor Wheel
    Motor Wheel Drums Cropped
    Equipment & Parts

    Motor Wheel uses new product colors to deter 'off-shore clones'

    TBB staff
    June 9, 2021
    'Not all brake drums are the same, even though they may appear to be. That is why, in the production process, Motor Wheel colors Genuine CentriFuse drums blue and CentriFuse heavy...
    Felling Trailers
    Felling Pcd Pole Cargo Dump Web
    Trailers

    Felling expands utility product line with PCD

    TBB staff
    June 8, 2021
    The Pole/Cargo/Dump's multi-use capabilities can assure operators many years of reliable, time-saving, trouble-free service, according to the manufacturer
    Polar Tank Trailers
    Polar Safety
    Trailers

    Polar Tank honored for safety

    TBB staff
    June 5, 2021
    Trailer manufacturer receives 2020 Outstanding Achievement Award in Occupational Safety from Minnesota Safety Council
    Business Wire
    Herringbone gears, which are found in a variety of industrial machinery applications, benefit from the excellent hardness of 4140 low-alloy steel and can be lightweighted using complex lattice designs made possible by additive manufacturing, reducing material cost and reducing wear on external components, such as motors and bearings. This part can be mass produced on the Production System P-50 in quantities up to 200,000 per year with 120 parts nested in each build.
    Fabrication

    Desktop Metal qualifies 4140 low-alloy steel for additive manufacturing

    TBB staff
    June 5, 2021
    Considered one of the most versatile low-alloy steels, 4140 is characterized by its toughness, high tensile strength, and abrasion and impact resistance
    TBB
    Dtna Etrucks Lg
    Chassis

    EV ‘newcomers’ not prepared for CV demands: O’Leary

    Kevin Jones
    June 4, 2021
    DTNA chief says 'dabblers' in electric trucks lack the industry-specific experience to meet the customization, complexity demands of body manufacturers, upfitters in building ...
    Wind Point Partners
    Atrg Wpp
    Trailers

    Wind Point acquires American Trailer Rental Group

    TBB staff
    June 3, 2021
    Private equity firm cites 'attractive industry' with tailwinds driven by increased supply chain complexity, continued growth in logistics outsourcing and e-commerce oriented demand...
    Schmitz Cargobull
    Cargobull Uk
    Trailers

    Schmitz Cargobull starts trailer production in the UK

    TBB staff
    June 3, 2021
    Europe's leading manufacturer of semi-trailers is opening a new 7,500 square meter factory in Manchester with a capacity of 50 units per week, including freepost curtainsiders...
    Hobart
    Hobart Fab Cor Edge Xp
    Fabrication

    FabCOR introduces Edge XP metal-Cored wire

    TBB staff
    June 2, 2021
    The wire is formulated to deliver a balanced arc, along with best-in-class silicon gathering and weld bead contouring, to help improve productivity and reduce costs
    TBB
    Ttma Manfuacturing (13)
    Market Stats

    Manufacturing remains strong in May: ISM

    TBB staff
    June 2, 2021
    Supply chain, workforce challenges continue to be issues that limit manufacturing-growth potential, according to latest Report On Business
    Metso Outotec
    Metso Truck Body
    Truck Bodies

    Americas to get its first Metso Outotec Truck Body in operation

    June 2, 2021
    In a really ‘big’ deal, one of the world’s largest copper mines has decided to invest in the truck with a loading capacity of 360 tons
    Winter Equipment
    Winter Crates
    Distributors, Upfitters

    Winter Equipment reports 'solid' post-pandemic growth

    TBB staff
    May 28, 2021
    The COVID challenge pushed Winter Equipment to refocus its efforts to digital communication to better support its customers; encourages early snow season orders due to looming...
    PSU-Berhend AMIC
    Truck Lite Psub Amic
    Equipment & Parts

    Truck-Lite to move HQ to Penn State Behrend Knowledge Park

    TBB staff
    May 26, 2021
    New headquarters anticipates new capabilities required for electric vehicles, establishes stronger talent pipeline to support future customers
    Ford
    Ford Ev Pro 6
    Chassis

    New Ford F-150 Lightning Pro registration now open

    Kevin Jones
    May 24, 2021
    The base model of the commercial version of the electric pickup has a starting MSRP of $39,974 before tax incentives, and generates a targeted 426 horsepower and 775 lb.-ft. of...
    Suhner
    Suhner Econ Omaster 2
    Fabrication

    Suhner introduces 'value-priced' versatile drill

    TBB staff
    May 22, 2021
    The ECONOmaster units from are suitable for medium-duty production cutting of light metal, wood, composite, foam and plastic materials, and standard and custom models are available...
    Hillsboro Industries
    Hillsoboro 2020 Dealers
    Trailer Dealers

    Hillsboro Industries honors top dealers

    TBB staff
    May 22, 2021
    The business leaders were recognized for demonstrating a strong commitment to customer service and to capturing new customers
    HDMA
    Hdma Forums
    Distributors, Upfitters

    HDMA names 2021 business, marketing forum members

    TBB staff
    May 21, 2021
    Ranked the highest value among HDMA members, forums and councils meet twice a year for discussions and networking and to hear directly from key customers
    Chemical Concepts
    Fast Con Image
    Fabrication

    Chemical Concepts now offers FAST-CON joining system

    TBB staff
    May 19, 2021
    The product is a patented metal snap fastening system that allows users to quickly connect panels and other components simply by pressure
    Hendrickson
    Hendrickson Sales Academy
    Equipment & Parts

    Hendrickson launches virtual academy for dealer training

    Commercial Vehicle Staff
    May 15, 2021
    With the goal of helping guide customers in making the right purchase decisions, Dealer Sales Academy aims to educate dealers salespeople on the features, benefits, and specifications...
    Eaton
    Eaton Emobility Convertor
    Equipment & Parts

    Eaton eMobility to supply converters for new BEV truck

    Commercial Vehicle Staff
    May 13, 2021
    The company’s specialty converter, also known as a battery equalizer, works in conjunction with another converter that takes power from the BEV’s 600-volt system and steps it ...
    Coxreels
    Coxreels 4 Way Roller Web
    Equipment & Parts

    Coxreels offers new options for Challenger Series reels

    TBB staff
    May 13, 2021
    The roller bracket assembly is available only in a 4-way upper roller format, due to the compact size of the Challenger platform
    UNFI
    Unfi All Electric Trailer
    Trailers

    UNFI adds 53 electric TRUs to fleet

    Commercial Vehicle Staff
    May 13, 2021
    Food wholesaler to lease the zero-emission refrigeration units, which meet CARB requirements, through PLM Trailer Leasing
    Paccar Parts
    Paccar Parts Grounbreaking
    Equipment & Parts

    PACCAR Parts celebrates Louisville PDC groundbreaking

    TBB staff
    May 10, 2021
    The distribution center will be PACCAR Parts’ 19th PDC, increasing its global network to more than 3.4 million square feet of warehouse space
    EZ Stak
    Ez Stak Folding
    Equipment & Parts

    EZ STAK offers folding shelf for delivery vehicles

    TBB staff
    May 6, 2021
    The two shelves can easily handle a total of 250 pounds and come equipped with slow-fold gas springs, hemmed edges, and yellow corner guards
    ESAB
    Esab Rogue Et200i P Pro Na
    Fabrication

    ESAB introduces compact HF TIG/Stick inverter

    TBB staff
    May 5, 2021
    The new unit is built to offer professional-grade performance at an attractive price
    Purkeys
    Safx Web
    Equipment & Parts

    SAFX power system to aid eTRU connections

    TBB staff
    May 3, 2021
    The automatic and customizable system is designed with redundant safety features to deliver reliable connection and disconnection of 480 VAC shore power
    Business Wire
    Fanuc Lr Mate Robot Series Image
    Fabrication

    FANUC’s LR Mate robot series now features 10 model variations

    TBB staff
    April 23, 2021
    These small tabletop robots can be equipped with a variety of intelligent features including robot vision and force sensing functionality
    TrailerDecking.com
    Nova Laminated Flooring
    Distributors, Upfitters

    TrailerDecking.com expands laminated truck flooring inventory

    TBB staff
    April 21, 2021
    The company’s Mixed Malaysian Hardwood is now available in multiple widths and lengths up to 32-feet
    Weldcote
    Weldcote Tig Striker200 Web
    Fabrication

    Weldcote introduces TIG Striker 200 welder

    TBB staff
    April 21, 2021
    Weighing 24.7 pounds, the machine is a small, compact, dual voltage (115 volt or 230 volt) inverter unit with digital readouts
    Hendrickson
    Steertek Nxt 8 K 09 04 2019 (1)
    Equipment & Parts

    Hendrickson STEERTEK NXT available on Kenworth, Peterbilt trucks

    TBB staff
    April 15, 2021
    These new axles come with a best-in-class service interval and feature an exclusive 10-year, 1-million-mile warranty, the supplier says
    Business Wire
    Xl Fleet Apex Clean Energy Phev Photo
    Chassis

    XL Fleet electrifies pickups for clean energy power provider

    TBB staff
    April 13, 2021
    The strategic mix of hybrid and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles being deployed aligns with Apex’s current sustainability goals and operational requirements
    Winter Equipment
    Winter Catalog P Rx
    Equipment & Parts

    Winter Equipment launches full-line product catalog

    TBB staff
    April 9, 2021
    Inaugural issue provides features, benefits, schematics and specifications for complete line of products from snowplow cutting edge systems to plow markers, hardware and milling...
    Suhner
    Suhner Economaster
    Fabrication

    Suhner offers value-priced Economaster drilling units

    TBB staff
    March 18, 2021
    The economical solution is ideal for multiple materials such as light metal, wood, composite, plastic and foam
    ESAB
    Tweco Pull Master2
    Fabrication

    Tweco launches Pullmaster2 MIG gun

    TBB staff
    March 17, 2021
    The easy-to-grip handle features a short-stroke trigger for easier activation, while an aluminum unibody reduces parts for greater reliability, easier repair and weight reduction...
    Optronics
    Optronics Lights Box Truck
    Equipment & Parts

    Optronics expands LED utility and work lights line

    Commercial Vehicle Staff
    Nov. 23, 2020
    The new lamps range from utility and work lights to scene lights and include freestanding, rechargeable, cordless, multifunctional LED lamps