Author: Utility Keystone

Today in our series, we’re discussing Wearband, Load Securement, and Side Panel Options for a standard reefer trailer. And it is part of our series on How To Buy the Best Reefer Trailer. Wearband Options: Wearband options for standard reefer trailer. HD Wearband and Polar X Fiberglass. [Read more about “How to Buy the Best Reefer Trailer”] Typically, … Continued

Winning the Battle between Mother Nature and Your Multi-Temp Trailer This is the reason you’re buying a multi-temp trailer. Controlling temperatures at different ranges in zones in multi-temp trailers can be more challenging than it might seem. If you have experience with single-temp trailers, you understand the battle between mother nature and ambient temperature and … Continued

Today our topic is How to Spec a Reefer Trailer for Hauling Produce, and it is part of our video series on How to Buy the Best Refrigerated Trailer. If you’re buying a trailer for hauling produce, you’re also considering your airflow and floor options to keep your product fresh. In this article, we’ll review options … Continued

Everything You Need to Know Before You Buy Your Next Reefer Trailer. If you’re looking for a new or used reefer trailer, this series How to Buy the Best Reefer Trailer is definitely for you. Our goal is to find you the best reefer trailer with the specs you need and within your budget. We’ll … Continued

Read more about “How to Buy the Best Reefer Trailer” Welcome! In this article, we’re discussing Specifications for a High Cube Trailer, which is part of our series on “How to Buy the Best Reefer Trailer.” Some of the subjects we’ll cover are: What is a High Cube trailer? Can I haul deep-frozen in a High Cube trailer? … Continued

Today we’re discussing Options to Consider for Deep Frozen Applications and is part of your series on “How to Buy the Best Refrigerated Trailer.” If you’re buying a reefer trailer to haul product at 0 to -20 degrees, and you have some questions about properly spec’ing it for deep-frozen, then you’re at the place. We’re going to learn about: Read: “How … Continued

LOYALTY TO MY CUSTOMERS. INTEGRITY IN MY WORK. Loyalty and Integrity are two words you could use to describe Dan Upschulte’s relationship with his customers. And, he brings these same values to his new role in New Trailer Sales, including the 3000R and 4000DX. Dan began his career with Utility Keystone, selling used and specialized … Continued

KEEPING CUSTOMERS’ NEEDS TOP OF MIND Keeping what’s important top of mind is what makes Matt Duke a perfect fit for the Utility Keystone family, and we’re proud to welcome him to the role of Finance Manager. Matt’s History After graduating from Shippensburg University in 2003 with degrees in communications and psychology, Matt began his … Continued

FIND A NEED AND FILL IT. They say the key to starting a successful business is to “find a need and fill it.” Entrepreneur Cris Leatherwood of US Mobile Kitchens can certainly attest to this truism, but the truth is, finding a need is only the beginning. Filling a need, when offering a helping hand, … Continued

5th Wheel Repair and Replacement Inspection of a tractor-trailer 5th wheel plate and kingpin is an absolute necessity for ensuring operational and road safety.

MOVING FRAC SAND IS NO DAY AT THE BEACH. UNTIL NOW. It’s true that hauling frac sand is no day at the beach until now. Utility Keystone Trailer Sales has just made it better, and now it’s 75° and Sunny. Delivering sand to fracking industry well pad sites can be time-consuming and costly. The long … Continued

Save Your Money and Their Back: Get a Yard Truck. IT MAY BE TIME TO GET A YARD TRUCK. If you’re moving 10 or more trailers around your facility per day, your drivers are feeling the pain, literally, and it’s probably time to think about buying a yard truck to help. Yard trucks (also called … Continued

5 Things to know before trading in your semi-trailer. 1. Be Objective – Know what makes a good trade-in. Try to be objective when looking at your equipment. Determine what the trailer is worth based on facts. We get it, you had ‘Ole Trusty’ for over 5 years and you’ve been everywhere together, but let’s be … Continued

Want more money in your pocket? Let’s take a look at your fuel economy. Whether you’re in charge of a large fleet or an independent owner/operator, attention to fuel efficiency can save on your bottom line. There are multiple factors that affect fuel economy: driver experience, road conditions, load weight, and specifications just to name … Continued

Steps to buying a Reefer, Dry Van, or Flatbed semi-Trailer that’s right for you. BUYING A SEMI-TRAILER? READ THIS FIRST. Purchasing a trailer can be a pain in the neck, but it doesn’t have to be. Below is a list of things to consider when you’re ready to make that purchase. Plus, this is your livelihood. … Continued