Knaack and Weather Guard Truck Equipment have announced a re-designed Hi-Side truck box and a customized van storage system for the new Nissan NV Commercial Van.

The new features of the Hi-Side product line deliver improved security, durability, and organizational solutions for construction, municipal and field service professionals requiring frequent and easy access to tools and equipment, while keeping the truck bed open for supplies.

An exclusive new gutter design channels rain and snow off the box to keep its contents dry. Along with the full-weather seal, this new gutter improves weather resistance. In addition, new security enhancements include a new Drill-Resistant Lock Core, which further protects against theft and vandalism. An Attachment Point has been added to the rear of each box to secure or lock down tools and supplies in the truck bed.

Hi-Side organization is improved with the addition of a top-mounted, removable parts bin, to keep small parts such as fasteners and components organized inside the box. Quick-release doors now open from 90 degrees to 180 degrees for unrestricted access to tools and equipment.

Hi-Sides are available in a variety of sizes to fit most truck makes and models, from 45.5 in. to 96.25 in. length, and 5.6 to 11.8 cu ft capacity. Other sizes and configurations are also available.

Nissan NV Van Solutions

Also new from Weather Guard and Knaack is customized van storage equipment for the new Nissan NV Commercial Van. It features driver-friendly bulkheads and a wide range of shelving, specialty storage and roof rack options. Previously available on the Mercedes Sprinter, Ford Transit Connect, the Nissan NV is the latest product offering.

The Nissan NV bulkheads that not only keep the drivers safe, but also provide an extra four inches of room to stretch out the legs or recline the seat compared to other van bulkheads on the market, the company claims.

The Nissan NV bulkhead is available in standard-roof and high-roof models, along with a complete line up of bulkhead accessories, such as hard hat, fire extinguisher and extension cord brackets, literature holders, and first aid kit and Safety Reflector kit trays.

Weather Guard offers a variety of storage options such as locking shelf doors, locking parts cabinets, and locking file drawers to keep items more secure from theft or loss. All van storage equipment is manufactured using 18-gauge steel and comes in a rugged bright white powder coat to brighten up dark van spaces, and features an exclusive limited lifetime warranty.

There are four unique van storage packages recommended for general contractors, plumbers, electricians and HVAC contractors, each providing customized solutions based upon the unique tools and equipment that contractor typically uses.

Truck Fitting Guide

To make sure your Weather Guard storage solution fits not only your needs but the vehicle too, the company offers a web-based, interactive Truck Fit Guide for all 2011 truck models.

"We measure every new truck and van model each year," says Mike Sover, senior product manager. "We're very interested in the truck bed itself, including dimensional changes and changes in sheet metal. Anything that will affect the fit of our truck boxes."


More info: www.weatherguard.com