Great Dane and Johnson Refrigerated Truck Bodies highlighted products tailored specifically for the foodservice industry at the 2014 International Food Distributors Association (IFDA) Distribution Solutions Conference. The products highlighted included Johnson Alpine series sheet and post refrigerated truck body and a specially configured Great Dane Everest CL refrigerated trailer. Both models on display are engineered specifically to meet stringent food safety regulations and the demanding needs of foodservice customers, according to the companies.
The Alpine truck body is the result of a collaborative effort between the refrigerated trailer experts at Great Dane and Johnson. The Alpine is manufactured to meet strict quality standards and its modular panel sheet and post construction combines manufacturing and cost efficiency with ease of repair in the event of damage. The state-of-the-art foaming method refined and proven by Great Dane ensures optimal quality with void-free insulation and thermal efficiency. The Alpine’s superstructure is built to suit a wide range of refrigerated applications while lowering the cost of operation and minimizing maintenance requirements, said the companies. A variety of options for custom body height, length, width and door configurations are available.
The highlighted Great Dane Everest CL multi-temp refrigerated trailer includes ThermoGuard interior lining developed exclusively by Great Dane, Grote’s new Lightform LED interior lighting with Great Dane’s patent-pending cove molding design, Grote LED Entrance Lighting that adds up to 12-ft. of exterior lighting, and a 20,000lb. forklift load-rated heavy-duty reefer floor. The ECL on display also features two curbside doors featuring Great Dane’s exclusive blade lock system with full-length seal, a Randall Folding EL Platform and a newly developed Randall Floor-Deployed Platform for ease and efficiency of side deliveries. (See the specifications of the Everest CL display model and a detailed list of standards and options below.)
Because grocery, multi-temp, and foodservice delivery customers have distinctly different requirements than their long haul counterparts, the CL is designed with versatility in mind. Highly customizable options are available to accommodate any temperature-controlled application. Moveable bulkheads allow an ambient section and up to three precisely controlled compartments for sensitive cargo. Multiple side and rear door configurations and access systems are available.
Standard features across the Everest line include stainless steel rear frame, a stainless steel front bottom rail and Great Dane’s highly consistent modular panel foaming process. Everest’s lightweight bonded composite roof system and heavy-duty floor construction provide a defense against moisture intrusion. Standard PunctureGuard interior lining, premium landing gear and Stemco’s Platinum Performance Plus wheel end system deliver performance and dependability on every Everest reefer, and composite sills and furring help eliminate use of wood in the trailer.
