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NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Great Dane & Johnson Address Changing Needs of Foodservice Providers
at 2015 IFDA Distribution Solutions Conference
(Phoenix, AZ, Oct. 27, 2015) - Great Dane and its wholly owned subsidiary, Johnson Refrigerated Truck Bodies,
are showcasing products tailored specifically for the changing needs of the foodservice industry October 27–
29 at the 2015 International Food Distributors Association (IFDA) Distribution Solutions Conference.
Attendees at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix can visit Booth #100 to see specially configured
foodservice equipment including a multi-temp Great Dane Everest CL refrigerated trailer, as well as Johnson
Guardian and Alpine Series refrigerated truck bodies customized for middle mile and last mile deliveries.
All models on display are engineered to address increasing food safety regulatory changes that are impacting
the needs of foodservice customers nationwide, with a focus on thermal efficiency and long-term durability.
The 28’ Great Dane Everest CL multi-temp refrigerated trailer being exhibited includes popular foodservice
options such as Great Dane’s patented ThermoGuard interior lining as well as the company’s exclusive
CorroGuard corrosion-resistant coating on the trailer’s undercarriage and landing gear. The ECL show trailer is
also equipped with the popular Roll-O-Matic Sidekick walk ramp for ease and efficiency of side deliveries, and
a Maxon Columnlift liftgate designed to handle demanding distribution requirements.
Because grocery, multi-temp, and foodservice delivery customers have distinctly different requirements than
their long haul counterparts, the Everest CL is designed with versatility in mind. Highly customizable options
are available to accommodate virtually any temperature-controlled application, including moveable bulkheads
that allow an ambient section and up to three precisely controlled compartments for sensitive cargo. Multiple
side and rear door configurations and access systems are also available
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The 24’ Johnson Alpine truck body on display is engineered to have superior structural integrity and
manufactured to meet the strictest quality standards. Its advanced modular panel sheet & post construction
combines thermal efficiency with ease of repair in the event of damage. The Alpine’s state-of-the-art
insulation foaming technology has been refined and proven by Great Dane to promote optimal quality and
void-free insulation. The Alpine also features a curbside door, and is mounted on an International 4400 SBA
4 x 2 chassis. The body is equipped with a Carrier Supra 960 refrigeration unit with electric standby motor.
To address changing market demand for enhanced last-mile delivery options, Johnson is also exhibiting a new
16’ Guardian composite truck body. The unit on display was optimized for Walmart’s latest online home and
pick-up delivery business model, and features multiple doors and compartments for low-temp items (0°F),
medium temp (33-38 °F) as well as ambient temp (68-72 °F).
Johnson has recently expanded and diversified its Guardian product line by introducing this new truck body
configuration designed to meet the needs of food distributors looking for flexibility with last mile deliveries.
Whether the task is to deliver a mix of low and medium-temp products to customers in the suburbs, or to
complete a specialty order for a restaurant in the metro area, the Guardian’s composite multi-temp design
provides superior thermal efficiency as well as easy and secure cargo access for drivers.
About Great Dane
Great Dane, a manufacturer of dry van, refrigerated and platform trailers, has long been regarded as the industry leader
in technology, innovation and quality. The company is headquartered in Chicago, IL, and has additional corporate offices
in Savannah, GA., with manufacturing plants and a parts distribution center strategically located throughout the United
States. Great Dane’s network of company-owned branches and full-line independent dealers and parts-only
independent dealers offer distribution points for both trailers and aftermarket parts across North and South America.
Great Dane can be accessed online at www.greatdanetrailers.com.
About Johnson Refrigerated Truck Bodies
Johnson Refrigerated Truck Bodies is renowned for quality, durability and innovation in the manufacture of its
temperature-controlled composite truck bodies and specialty trailers that range from 8 to 36 feet and its all-electric
refrigeration systems. The company headquarters and manufacturing plant is located in Rice Lake, WI, with national
equipment service available through authorized Great Dane branches and select dealerships. In business since 1932,
Johnson Refrigerated Truck Bodies, a wholly owned subsidiary of Great Dane, can be accessed online at
www.johnsontruckbodies.com.
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Great Dane sets the standard for foodservice, grocery and multi-temp reefers:
 Modular panel construction provides thermal consistency, efficiency, durability and ease of repair.
 State-of-the-art foaming process ensures optimal foam quality and void-free insulation, resulting in
maximum thermal performance of smooth, flat walls.
 PunctureGuard interior lining is standard for a lightweight trailer with extreme durability.
 Stainless steel front bottom rail and reinforced upper coupler safeguard against corrosion, extending
the life of the trailer.
 Durable from top to bottom with lightweight, bonded composite roof panel and heavy-duty floor with
composite sills to distribute support, yield weight savings, and serve as the ultimate defense against
moisture intrusion.
 GD 60 landing gear offers strength and ease of maintenance.
 Side doors with low-profile exterior hardware use innovative blade lock closure for complete seal
around the full height of the door to keep compartment temperatures consistent. Available in multiple
heights and locations.
 Rear door minimizes cold air loss.
 Hendrickson’s ULTRAA-K lightweight air-slider suspension enhanced with proprietary technology for
strength and durability.
 Stemco Platinum Performance Plus Wheel Ends.
Everest CL Available Options:
 ThermoGuard, developed and patented by Great Dane, is the only interior liner that maintains
insulation performance and thermal efficiency throughout the life of the trailer. ThermoGuard is
extremely lightweight and proven to reduce outgassing of foam insulation, reefer unit run time and
fuel consumption. It also helps reduce weight gain by reducing water vapor intrusion through the liner.
 Moveable bulkheads provide easy compartmentalization and are easily changed. Up to three
temperature-controlled sections and an ambient section can be configured.
 Fastener-free PunctureGuard scuffbands at various heights for maximum protection against cargo
damage.
 Walk ramps, lift gates and side door steps available at the time of manufacture.
 Cargo securement and remote evaporator options are available.
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IFDA Show Everest CL Specifications:
 28’ ECL with curbside door featuring exclusive blade lock system with full-length seal
 ThermoGuard interior lining
 Roll-O-Matic Sidekick Walkramp for ease and efficiency of side deliveries
 Double row scuffbands for maximum protection
 Aluminum, Reefer-cargo 1.32” Heavy-Duty Concentrated-Load Safety Grip reefer floor
 CorroGuard undercarriage and landing gear finish, designed for superior long-term protection from
road abrasion and corrosive road de-icing compounds
 Bridgestone Ecopia R268 premium option all-position radial for pick-up/delivery fleets seeking
performance and fuel efficiency savings
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Alpine’s Features Exceed Industry Standards:
 Modular interior panel construction provides thermal consistency, efficiency, durability, and ease of
repair.
 State-of-the-art foaming process ensures optimal foam quality and void-free insulation, resulting in
maximum thermal performance.
 Smooth .090” USDA-approved fiberglass lining, ceiling, side and nose are standard.
 Innovative body tie-down system, exclusively from Johnson, provides secure mounting with reduced
maintenance.
 Sidewalls are protected from cargo damage by a 10-inch extruded aluminum integral scuffband
extending the full length to the front wall.
 Unique side door design is wider than industry standards and available in multiple heights and
locations for easy access. Side doors feature low-profile exterior hardware and use innovative blade
lock closure for complete seal around the full height of the door to keep compartment temperatures
consistent.
 Grote’s 100% LED lamps and 10-year wiring harness improve visibility and extend service life. Fully
modular, maintenance free Long Life Light System exterior and interior lighting by Grote are standard.
 Extremely secure and low maintenance JRTB exclusive body tie-down system.
 Reinforced extruded aluminum top corner protectors.
Alpine Options:
 Truck body lengths from 16.5’ to 30.5’. Heights from 93” to 109”
 Interior lining options include PunctureGuard, for exceptional impact resistance and ThermoGuard, to
preserve insulation performance, reduce outgassing and unit run-time and fuel consumption, and
weight gain caused by water vapor intrusion through the interior walls.
 Walk ramps, lift gates, side door steps and strip curtains are available at the time of manufacture.
 Cargo securement and remote evaporator options are available.
 Scuff plate, bumper and flooring options.
 Truck chassis and refrigeration unit options.
IFDA Display Alpine:
-More 24’ refrigerated truck body with curbside door
 International 4400 SBA 4x2 chassis
 Carrier Supra 960 refrigeration unit with heavy-duty electric standby motor (230 volt-3ph-60Hz)
Guardian’s Features Exceed Industry Standards:
 Low body height eliminates the need for side steps.
 Use of aluminum dividers, shelving and refrigerations supports.
 Redesigned compressor housing, doors and door latches and redesign of bed frame and bumper adds
strength with less mass.
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Superior floor strength that is supported by steel cross members that are completely embedded in
urethane foam and covered with a fiberglass sub-pan for protection against destructive road
chemicals.
 Exterior roof-mounted condesning unit optimizes freezer space so customers can deliver more every
time.
 Patented automotive door latch design reduces mass and weight while polymer doorhandles eliminate
corrosion for years of maintence free-service.
Guardian Options:
 Door-pull straps option that reduces of range of motion when closting the door.
 Courtesy exterior and interior lighting option illuminates products for quick and efficient product
picking, highlights body signage and makes the truck body more visible to ther vehicles.
 Rain gutters are available to minimize rain from getting in the truck body or on the driver.
 Aluminum, pull-down product shelf feature is available. It is the perfect place to stage product and/or
place in a delivery or tote bag.
IFDA Display Guardian:
 16’ refrigerated truck body with multiple doors for multiple temperatures ranging from (0 °F) for low
temp items to medium (33-38 °F) to an ambient compartment (68-72 °F).
 Removable racking system to be used with totes
 Interior and exterior LED light system
 Keyless locking system
 Rear-view camera for additional safety
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