Dry Van Key Features

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Dry Van Safety Features

Bendix<sup>®</sup> TABS-6<sup>™</sup> ABS system
Bendix® TABS-6™ ABS system
Matched with Bendix spring brake chambers and slack adjusters, the TABS-6 ABS system delivers superior braking performance and improves operator safety.
D.O.T. rated I.C.C. bumper
D.O.T. rated I.C.C. bumper
Fully integrated into the rear threshold assembly, this high strength steel bumper complies with U.S. D.O.T. and Transport Canada safety regulations. The 7" deep horizontal bumper provides superior strength and protection. The rear impact guard is I.I.H.S. certified and TOUGHGUARD awarded, passing all rear impact tests.

Dry Van Safety Options

Side Impact Guard (SIG)
Side Impact Guard (SIG)
For over two years, Utility has continuously offered a Side Impact Guard (SIG) safety option for the 3000R® refrigerated trailers and the 4000D-X Composite® series dry vans. Click for more information.
Side Underride Test
Side Underride Test
Extensive Testing: In dynamic center-crash tests, the Utility SIG prevented underride injury to an instrumented dummy in a 35-mph perpendicular crash into a fully loaded refrigerated trailer. The crash used the IIHS’s standard test automobile, a 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. Click to see video.
Anti-dock walk devices and dump valves
Anti-dock walk devices and dump valves
A variety of anti-dock walk devices and dump valves are available to stabilize the trailer during loading/unloading, creating a safer work environment.
Air disc brakes
Air disc brakes
Disc brakes reduce brake fade, increase braking performance and improve safety – creating shorter, more stable stopping distances. With an extended service life, it lowers maintenance costs and downtime.
Skylights and dome lights
Skylights and dome lights
Optional skylights and dome lights enhance interior trailer visibility, improving safety and efficiency during loading and unloading.
Tire inflation systems
Tire inflation systems
Choose one of our recommended systems to maintain optimum tire pressure in order to increase fuel economy, improve safety and maximize tire life.

Dry Van Performance Features

80K flush steel logistics posts
80K flush steel logistics posts
Engineered and track tested to create optimal side wall strength, the design also provides 101" of inside width, and greater cargo securement versatility.
Strong light weight aluminum exterior side skin with Ultra Road Shield&trade; Plus (URS+)
Strong light weight aluminum exterior side skin with Ultra Road Shield™ Plus (URS+)
Tested for optimum performance, the .040" aluminum side skin uses the strength of the foam bonded to the interior lining panels to distribute side wall stress.
10" smooth, puncture resistant Tall Bottom Rail
10" smooth, puncture resistant Tall Bottom Rail
For greater strength and durability, the tall bottom rail is 10" taller and 50% thicker than a standard dry van rail. It raises the height of the interior riveted components and provides a smooth, puncture resistant interior surface at the floor level.
4000D-X Composite TBR only
Support leg bracing
Support leg bracing
Aerospace-style wingplates have collared holes and embossed ribs for increased strength and lower tare weight. Formed channel braces provide additional durability.
Weathertight hardwood floor system
Weathertight hardwood floor system
Flooring is pre-undercoated to extend floor life. Weatherproof sealant is applied between every floorboard, Utility-designed gaskets are installed between the troughs and bottom rails for leak protection.
20,000 lb floor rating
20,000 lb floor rating
The 4000D-X Composite comes standard with a high payload floor system, with a 20,000 lb fork truck front axle floor rating and three screws per floor board.
100% soldered main harness
100% soldered main harness
The sealed main harness features 100% soldered internal connectors to prevent corrosive de-icing chemicals from traveling through connections into the wiring.
Hendrickson<sup>®</sup> ULTRAA-K<sup>™</sup> 40K air ride suspension & slider system
Hendrickson® ULTRAA-K™ 40K air ride suspension & slider system
The ULTRAA-K 40K includes a heavy-duty slider box and Quik-Draw® air-operated pin pull mechanism, improves load protection and lowers tare weight. Zero Maintenance Damping® (ZMD®) technology with shockless ride provides added driver comfort.

Dry Van Performance Options

Aluminum and steel side wall system
Aluminum and steel side wall system
Alternating steel and aluminum side wall design reduces tare weight allowing for increased payload.
Clearance light packages
Clearance light packages
An array of LED clearance light models and configurations are available to meet the specific applications of your operation
Heavy-duty aluminum floors
Heavy-duty aluminum floors
A heavy-duty, light weight aluminum floor is durable, delivers added payload capacity, reduces trailer weight, and extends floor life.
Inside width options
Inside width options
Multiple post depths are available to increase inside width or increase bulge strength.
Composite floor systems
Composite floor systems
Built with a fiberglass layer on the underside of each plank, the high strength design of a composite floor supports heavier payloads and decreases moisture entry into the floor.
Factory-installed lift gates
Factory-installed lift gates
Utility offers high quality lift gate installation from most manufacturers to provide you a fully operational trailer direct from the factory.

Dry Van Durability Features

12" galvanized steel wearband
12" galvanized steel wearband
Low-profile 80,000 psi high-strength galvanized steel wearband provides added impact protection, strength, and stiffness.
<strong>Snag-Free<sup>®</sup></strong> interior lining
Snag-Free® interior lining
Galvanized interior lining is squeeze riveted with fully recessed fasteners to outer skin and side posts, creating a Snag-Free®, high strength, composite wall.
Injected polyurethane foam core composite side wall
Injected polyurethane foam core composite side wall
Securely bonds exterior skin with interior lining panels for remarkable side wall strength, increased durability and reduced tare weight.
High-mounted 8" wearband
High-mounted 8" wearband
The 8" wearband is mounted 10" above the work level, providing 18" of wall protection, reducing maintenance costs.
4000D-X Composite TBR only
6-post front wall
6-post front wall
Steel “tees” are welded to the approach plate between 4 posts and extruded aluminum corner posts for superior impact resistance, significantly lowering maintenance costs.
27" deep integrated threshold plate assembly
27" deep integrated threshold plate assembly
Fully welded to the buckplate and side gussets, the 27" threshold plate eliminates floorboard decay and delivers the optimal strength to resist dock plate damage and fork truck impact.
Diagonal reinforcing gussets on slider rails
Diagonal reinforcing gussets on slider rails
Welded steel reinforcing gussets increase torsional stiffness and strength for superior slider rail stability.
ConMet Preset Plus<sup>®</sup> premium wheel end system
ConMet Preset Plus® premium wheel end system
ConMet Preset Plus includes iron hub, seals, bearings, spacer and spindle nut. This premium system also comes with an 8-year warranty.
Stainless steel rear door frame
Stainless steel rear door frame
Corrosion resistant frame reduces maintenance costs and increases resale value. The 110 1/2" door opening height allows increased forklift clearance.
Unique tensioned roof design
Unique tensioned roof design
Our bi-directionally tensioned aluminum roof skin has diagonal reinforcing plates at all four corners. It is supported by anti-snag roof bows and is mechanically crimped around the top rail for moisture entry protection.
Heavy-duty kingpin section
Heavy-duty kingpin section
Approach plate is supported by six formed channels to prevent dishing. The kingpin is AAR-rated and the whole assembly is secured to the bottom rails with stainless steel rivets.
Corrosion protection
Corrosion protection
A kingpin section flooded in rust preventative coating, a stainless steel rear case and barrier tape on dissimilar metals reduces the potential for corrosion.
&frac34;" deep side wall
¾" deep side wall
Side walls have been increased to ¾" for added stiffness and increased bulge strength often required  in specialized hauls and heavy-duty applications.
Available on 4000D-X Composite 100 only
Improved bulge strength
Improved bulge strength
Built with a deep ¾" side wall for improved stiffness and increased bulge strength, the 4000D-X Composite 100 is built for long-term performance and a lower total cost of ownership.
Available on 4000D-X Composite 100 only
Composite plate rear doors
Composite plate rear doors
Designed with a polyethylene core and steel skins, these strong light weight plate rear doors are durable and moisture resistant, delivering longer door life.
Ultra Road Shield&trade; Plus (URS+)
Ultra Road Shield™ Plus (URS+)
ASTM proven, this two coat acrylic system with urethane primer enhances corrosion protection, minimizes the effects of weathering and keeps the trailer looking better, longer.

Dry Van Durability Options

Approach plate reinforcing angle
Approach plate reinforcing angle
The approach plate reinforcing angle provides added front wall protection, reducing maintenance costs while promoting longer trailer life.
Custom wearbands
Custom wearbands
Heavy-duty aluminum, fiberglass reinforced plastic and HDPE plastic options are available to fit your operation’s durability requirements.
Severe service kingpin section
Severe service kingpin section
Engineered with a thicker approach plate and kingpin plate, this design minimizes damage during heavy-duty service operations, reducing ongoing maintenance costs.
Stainless steel I.C.C. bumper
Stainless steel I.C.C. bumper
Stainless steel vertical & 7" deep, 8-gauge horizontal bumper provides superior strength and protection. Corrosion resistant and easy-to-clean, it increases resale value and extends trailer life.

Dry Van Efficiency Features

110&frac12;" rear door opening height
110½" rear door opening height
The 110½" rear door opening height provides increased forklift clearance for higher pallet loads.
Optimized cubic load space
Optimized cubic load space
With a full 101¼" of inside width from lining to lining and 101" width from wearband to wearband, you get increased productivity with 4,085 cubic feet of space.

Dry Van Efficiency Options

Double deck solutions
Double deck solutions
Optimize trailer payload capacity by efficiently using the full inside height of the trailer—increasing cargo versatility and transportation efficiency.
EPA SmartWay<sup>®</sup> certification
EPA SmartWay® certification
A SmartWay certification decal makes it easier to identify a trailer as CARB-compliant, creating less paperwork and downtime at checkpoints.
Factory-installed decals
Factory-installed decals
High quality decal installation is available and completed at our factories so your trailer is ready to operate as soon as you pick it up.
Pintle hooks/doubles
Pintle hooks/doubles
For better operating efficiency, pintle hooks are available for single axle, turnpike double and Canadian C-Train style dual pintle hook trailer operations.
Roll up door installation
Roll up door installation
Utility offers roll up doors from most manufacturers to meet the unique applications of your operation.
Side doors installation
Side doors installation
A variety of locations are available to position a side door for increased compartment accessibility and improved productivity.
Translucent roof skin
Translucent roof skin
A fiberglass reinforced plastic roof skin heightens visibility inside the trailer, improving safety and efficiency during loading and unloading.
Utility Aerodynamic Tail 2 (UAT2)
Utility Aerodynamic Tail 2 (UAT2)
The patented UAT2 is part of a complete system with the Utility Side Skirt to reduce fuel consumption and aerodynamic drag.

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