Today in our series, we’re discussing wearband, load securement, and side panel options to consider with your next reefer trailer purchase. This is part of our series on How To Buy the Best Reefer Trailer.

Wearband Options:
Let’s talk about our two most common wearband options. HD Wearband, or Polar X Fiberglass?

• Heavy-Duty Aluminum, with a 10” turn up and a 6” extension, for a total of 16 inches.
• Heavy-Duty Fiberglass (Polar X), with a 2” turn up. Heavy-duty fiberglass will bond to the sidewall.

Typically, tow motors come in and either hit the sidewall because they can't see or because they don't have a lot of room, so they run along the sidewall to get the product to the front of the trailer.

Determine where your tow motor damage occurs. Is it at 16”, at 10”, or at 22”?

We can adjust the height of your wearband and determine which is the best application for your needs; Fiberglass or Aluminum. And keep in mind, wearband can also be added to the rear doors to prevent damage.

Securement or Double Decking
What is the best way to secure your load in a semi-trailer? Let's review options to consider when looking at load securement and etrack.

E-Track:
Used for load securement, or double decking, and can also minimize tow motor damage on the side walls.
It can be surface mounted or recessed at the factory.

Side Panels:
• Standard Smooth Panel: Flat pre-painted white panel with an 040 thickness. It’s a little bit lighter.
• Corrugated Panel (Upgrade): 040 thickness. It is a bit heavier and a bit more durable, and it's going to hide your nicks much better than a smooth panel. Heavy haul applications often upgrade to .050 or .063 panel thickness.
• Stainless Steel Side Panel: It is a bit heavier. And, is considerably higher in cost.

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