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Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company

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Company Research Report: Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company



Company Overview



  • Name: Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company, LLC

  • Mission: To build trailers of the highest quality, focusing on innovation and a discipline of excellence, maintaining the stance as "The Reliable Choice®".

  • Founded: In 1914 by two brothers.

  • Key People:

  • Steve Bennett, President and COO

  • Mark Glasgow, Chief of Sales

  • Headquarters: City of Industry, California, USA

  • Number of Employees: No information is available.

  • Revenue: No information is available.

  • Known For: A leading manufacturer of dry freight vans, refrigerated vans, flatbeds, and aerodynamic technologies. They are recognized as America’s oldest privately owned, family-operated trailer manufacturer and are the largest producer of refrigerated vans in the United States.


Products



Dry Vans


  • Product Name: Utility 4000D-X Composite

  • Description: A customizable dry van engineered for lightweight and operational efficiency.

  • Key Features:

  • Lightweight construction tailored for unique applications.


Reefers


  • Product Name: Utility 3000R and 3000R Multi-Temp

  • Description: High payload, lightweight refrigerated vans, dominating industry performance.

  • Key Features:

  • Can be custom-built with various options.

  • Offers options like innovative door sensors to enhance thermal efficiency.


Flatbeds


  • Description: Known for exceptional performance and value, customizable to meet operational needs.

  • Key Features:

  • Engineered for superior performance on real-world test tracks.


Recent Developments



New Products and Features


  • Liftgate Battery Charger:

  • Launch Date: September 23, 2024

  • Details: Introduced in collaboration with Cargobull North America, the charger delivers 480 watts of power, significantly extending the lifespan of liftgate batteries. Available on Utility’s 3000R reefers with ultra-low-emission Cargobull TRUs.


  • Lightweight Brake Drum:

  • Launch Update: September 18, 2024

  • Details: Accuride’s Trident® composite steel shell brake drums now standard on all models from 2026, reducing weight and lowering costs by maximizing payloads.


  • Rear Door Sensor for 3000R:

  • Announcement Date: July 18, 2024

  • Details: A newly implemented door switch sensor enhances the reefer's thermal efficiency, featuring a design that prevents damage and maintenance issues.


Partnerships and Other Initiatives


  • Partnership with Accuride: Introducing lightweight Trident® brake drums standard across all trailer models, underscoring their commitment to advanced braking systems and safety features.

  • Exclusive Distribution: Utility Trailer is the exclusive seller of Cargobull North America TRU products and telematics. Cargobull TRUs are integrated only with the 3000R models.


Industry Events



  • Upcoming Event: Women In Trucking Accelerate Conference & Expo

  • Date: November 10–13, 2024

  • Location: Hilton Anatole Dallas, Dallas, TX, Booth 706


Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company continues to innovate and lead in trailer manufacturing, with a focus on increasing operational efficiency, product customization, and fostering meaningful industry partnerships.