NATDA News & Updates
NATDA announced two new C-level executives – Chief Operating Officer Donna Bellantone and Chief Financial Officer Bill Doll – who will oversee NATDA operations as part of its ownership by Trifecta Collective . Donna is a tradeshow industry veteran with over 25 years of experience . Bill is an experienced financial professional who hails from the media production industry .
Partnerships & Acquisitions
Bluewater Trailers selected Trackem GPS to provide GPS tracking solutions to offer customers . Bluewater ’ s new GPS system dubbed the ‘ TheftLock ’, in reference to providing proactive protection and peace of mind to its customers to counter the growing issue of trailer theft .
Cross Underground Development converted their fleet to Felling Trailers . For Cross , like many others in the industry , the Felling HDD Series ( horizontal directional drill ) FT-20 I , and FT-24 I Drill Series ( DS ) trailers had what they needed ; capacity , load-ability , safety , and reliability .
Horizon Global entered into a definitive merger agreement with First Brands Group , a global automotive parts manufacturer that serves the worldwide automotive aftermarket . This merger will lead to some of the top brands in the automotive and RV industry , serving both OEMs and aftermarket customers , under one group .
Polar King Mobile announces Country Blacksmith Trailers will now represent the company in Illinois , selling North America ’ s first line of small , affordable refrigerated and freezer trailer solutions .
Promotions and Retirement Notices
Felling Trailers appointed Dan Klimek to the role of Quality Assurance Manager over two production facilities ( Sauk Centre and Litchfield , MN ). Dan will continue developing , directing , controlling , and managing the installation and maintenance of the company ’ s quality assurance programs .
Suburban announced that Division President Art Klee retired from his role at the end of 2022 . Klee joined Suburban in 1981 and has been its president since 2010 . As part of Suburban ’ s succession plan , Mike Phillips took on the new role of General Manager in May of 2022 and will lead Suburban following Klee ’ s retirement .
Taskmaster Components welcomed Steve Courreges as President . Steve previously served as President at American Trailer World ( ATW ), and he brings 25 + years of management experience to his role with Taskmaster Components .
Product Announcements :
Aqua-Hot has introduced its new 125 Modular series – a thermal hydronic heating system with individual components that can be installed neatly where interior space allows , ideally suited for Class B RV ’ s .
Cleer Vision debuted its baggage doors designed with a leak resistant focus in the same manner as the company ’ s industry-leading windows . The baggage doors are built with an improved seal that ensures a better fit to prevent water penetration .
Suburban launched Suburban Steps at the Airxcel December Product Showcase , held in Elkhart , Indiana . The steps come in two widths : 26 ” to 30 ” ( narrow ) and 30 ” to 36 ” ( wide ) and have a quick adjust leveling feet feature .
Felling Trailers , Inc . adds the Low Pro Heavy Duty ( LP HD ) models to its deck-over tagline . The LP HD has been designed and engineered for transporting heavy ( near 50-60K load capacities ) wideset loads , like excavators , dozers , and other construction equipment .
TecNiq , Inc . announces the release of two versions of the all-new D18 , Heavy Duty Scene Light for trailers and more . The D18 has been designed to reduce costs for manufacturers seeking a bright , consistently performing task light with a completely sealed circuit board for water resistant functionality .
Velarium launched the 12V Vertical Arm Awning , featuring the most significant pitch angle available on the market .
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