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ArticlesMarch 1, 2012

Pros and Cons of Fiberglass vs. Steel Service Bodies

When confronted with the choice between a fiberglass and steel service body, fleet managers have a tough choice. Here are eight factors to consider.

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Articlesby Sean LydenAugust 1, 2011

10 Points for Selecting Specialty Truck Bodies

Truck body selection directly impacts employee productivity, crew safety, and overall cost of vehicle ownership. Here are 10 basic points to consider when selecting specialty bodies for a truck fleet.

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Articlesby Sean LydenSeptember 5, 2010

21 Questions to Ask When Spec'ing Refrigerated Truck Bodies

Critical elements in determining medium-duty refrigerator body specifications include maintaining optimal cargo area temperature and designing a cost-effective, energy-efficient vehicle.

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Articlesby Sean LydenJuly 7, 2010

Is Carbon Fiber the Future of Truck Bodies?

While cost remains an obstacle to widespread acceptance of carbon-body trucks, this lightweight, durable, and strong material can facilitate fleet vehicle downsizing, promote fuel-efficient engines, and help extend lifecycles.

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Articlesby Sean LydenMay 12, 2010

Spec'ing Truck Bodies to Prevent Corrosion

Truck bodies rust in salt-laden environments, whether in coastal areas or regions that require road salts for de-icing. To lengthen truck body life — and help contain fleet costs — consider five factors in spec’ing bodies.

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NewsJune 18, 2009

Forgotten Harvest Adds First Hybrid Truck to Fleet

Daimler Trucks North America, Daimler Financial Services, and Johnson Refrigerated Truck Bodies recently donated a 2009 M2e Hybrid Freightliner diesel-electric truck to the mobile food rescue organization.

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NewsJune 12, 2009

Forgotten Harvest Adds First Hybrid Truck to Fleet

OAK PARK, MI – Daimler Trucks North America, Daimler Financial Services, and Johnson Refrigerated Truck Bodies recently donated a 2009 M2e Hybrid Freightliner diesel-electric truck to the mobile food rescue organization.

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NewsJune 12, 2009

Forgotten Harvest Adds First Hybrid Truck to Fleet

OAK PARK, MI – Daimler Trucks North America, Daimler Financial Services, and Johnson Refrigerated Truck Bodies recently donated a 2009 M2e Hybrid Freightliner diesel-electric truck to the mobile food rescue organization.

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NewsApril 9, 2009

Former Kraft Fleet Manager Joins Johnson Truck Bodies

RICE LAKE, WI – Tim Griffin, former fleet manager for Kraft Food's U.S. pizza and biscuit divisions, has joined Johnson Refrigerated Truck Bodies.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Sean LydenNovember 1, 2008

6 Pros & Cons: Aluminum vs. FRP Van Bodies

Each material offers benefits and drawbacks. Aluminum may be less expensive, but fiberglass reinforced plywood (FRP) is sturdier. Evaluate your truck application to determine which factors matter most.

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