Software, Trailers Internet of Trailers kits promise smarter trailers June 15, 2023 Phillips Connect has assembled four “Internet of Trailers” kits that offer fleets a way to introduce smart trailer technology, supporting real-time diagnostics, detecting faults, and reporting trends. Each kit…
Trailers, Trucks Carrier Transicold offers battery protection for electric TRUs May 17, 2023 Carrier Transicold is now offering battery protection as part of its BluEdge service for transport refrigeration units (TRUs) supported by the company’s solar charging system. “This…
Trailers Fourgons Leclair offers new 48-foot composite trailer April 14, 2023 Fourgons Leclair is offering its first 48-foot composite trailer, the Polair Ultra. The newest offering is produced at its Terrebonne, Que., plant. The company says the design helps maintain cold…
Trailers Trail King upgrades two trailer designs March 22, 2023 Trail King has updated its best-selling trailers, its steel side dump and bottom dump models. The Trail King Steel Side Dump features a two-piece rolled tub…
Other, Trailers First smart kingpin brought to market March 20, 2023 Anstee Indication Systems (ais) has introduced a ‘smart’ kingpin it says detects wear and alerts vehicle owners when a critical threshold is reached, or when crack…
Trailers, Trucks Thermo King offers remote monitoring, roadside support March 15, 2023 Thermo King has opened a Remote Operating Center (ROC) to support its refrigeration units in the field. The system provides 24/7 roadside assistance for transport refrigeration…
Trailers, Video Grote Industries, Stoneridge showcase wired rear-view trailer camera March 1, 2023 Grote Industries, manufacturer of heavy-duty lighting and vehicle safety systems, and Stoneridge, designer and manufacturer of electronic and electrical systems, are offering…
Trailers Carrier Transicold’s X4 7700 offers fuel savings, reduced emissions February 28, 2023 Carrier Transicold’s new X4 7700 trailer refrigeration unit is now available – offering high refrigeration capacities, demonstrated fuel savings of 20 to 25%, and reduced emissions,…
Trailers Michelin looks beyond tires for fuel efficiency February 27, 2023 Michelin is looking to help fleets reduce fuel consumption, and not all offerings are made of rubber. At the spring meeting of the Technology & Maintenance…
Trailers Doleco’s ConnectedDeck promises time savings for LTL fleets February 26, 2023 Doleco’s new trailer decking system for LTL carriers reduces assembly time by 95%, taking what used to be a five-minute job and making it possible in just 13 seconds. Introduced…
Trailers, Trucks Phillips Industries enhances Weather-Tite M2 February 2, 2023 Phillips Industries says it has improved performance of its Weather-Tite M2 liftgate electrical assemblies and has introduced new M2 Charge Kits, combining the enhanced Weather-Tite M2…
Trailers, Trucks McLaren Doors panel adds rigidity, protects against water intrusion February 1, 2023 McLaren Doors has launched a reinforced intermediate panel for the Streamline 2-inch insulated roll-up truck door. The reinforced panel features an extruded 1/8-inch thick aluminum panel…
Software, Trailers Eroad’s CoreTemp monitors cargo temps in real time January 31, 2023 Eroad says its CoreTemp reefer monitoring product ensures accurate cargo temperature measurements throughout a journey, giving shippers and carriers real-time insights into the state of perishable…
Trailers Stephens Pneumatics trailers integrating ConMet telematics January 10, 2023 Stephens Pneumatics tank trailers, transporters and vehicle beds will now be available with telematics tools from ConMet Digital. Offerings will include the PreSet Plus SmartHub that monitors wheel ends, SmartTrack…
Trailers Deloupe brings Elliptical features to new trailers December 19, 2022 Deloupe is drawing on features found in its Elliptical Transfer trailer to create a new lineup that promises light weights and durability to help transfer scrap…
