PRODUCT SHOWCASE
Fender for the ages
Minimizer's new polished chrome poly fender requires no paint and resists aging, the company says. The fender is available via the
maker's international distribution network. The company makes products for all makes and models of on- and off-highway trucks. Minimizer minimizer.com
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Bridgestone's triple play
Bridgestone has introduced two new truck tires and a wide-based trailer tire. The M770 open-shoulder drive-axle radius model has a groove-and-block shape to resist lug base cracking and tearing and offers platforms to prevent damage from stones. The M799 on/off-highway mixed- service radial has an all-steel casing and an extra-deep cap and base tread. The Greatec R125A wide-based trailer radial has a belt system designed to maintain casing shape and has Equalizer Rib structure and Defense Groove design. Bridgestone bridgestonetrucktires.com (800) 815-9793
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securement systems The USS-120A aerodynamic side skirt can move
inward and outward due to its galvanized high tensile steel braces. Use of the U.S. EPA SmartWay certified skirt can result in up to 5-percent fuel savings. The product can be factory-installed on new Utility trailers or as a retrofit for existing trailers. Also, the Adjustable Load Securement System on both the 4000A Tautliner curtain-sided trailer and Conestoga 2 is now available. Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co. utilitytrailer.com
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